Mr. Freeze - Black Suit
sh0400 · DC Super Heroes
The LEGO Batman Movie · 2017. Released as part of the first wave of sets for The LEGO Batman Movie, which focused on obscure comic book villains and reimagining classic ones with mechanical, exo-suit designs.
Figure ID
sh0400
Theme
DC Super Heroes
Year Released
2017. Released as part of the first wave of sets for The LEGO Batman Movie, which focused on obscure comic book villains and reimagining classic ones with mechanical, exo-suit designs.
Rarity
Uncommon. While the set it appeared in was a lower-priced entry-level set, this specific design was exclusive to that set and has since been retired for several years.
Head
Light Flesh head with white eyes, red goggles, and metallic silver mechanical facial detailing. It features a stern expression with a downturned mouth and various cooling apparatus lines printed around the forehead and temples.
Torso
Black torso with a detailed mechanical cooling suit print. Features white and metallic silver armor plates, gauges, and tubes. The back is also printed with the continuation of the mechanical harness. Arms are Light Flesh to represent bare skin, and hands are white.
Legs
Pearl Dark Gray unprinted legs with a Black hip piece. These are standard-sized legs without specialized printing, though the color choice complements the metallic look of the armor.
Accessories
Includes a Trans-Clear bubble helmet (part 19729). In its original set, it also came with a brick-built 'Freeze Ray' using several trans-blue elements and a massive mechanical exo-suit (built from set parts), though the figure itself only wears the helmet.
Color Scheme
A mix of Black, Pearl Dark Gray, Metallic Silver, and Trans-Clear. The red of the goggles and the Light Flesh of the arms provide high-contrast accents against the dark robotic armor.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front and back) and head. The head features very fine detail on the red goggles and silver cooling lines. There is no printing on the arms or legs for this specific variant.
Variants
There are many Mr. Freeze variants, including the 2006 classic (bat009), the Arctic Batman version (sh049), and the newer comic-accurate versions. This SH0400 version is distinct for its bare arms and specific 'LEGO Batman Movie' aesthetic.
Condition Notes
The trans-clear bubble helmet is highly susceptible to scratches or clouding. Check the neck and arm sockets for hairline cracks. The bare Light Flesh arms can sometimes show dirt or discoloration more easily than dark-colored plastic.
Estimated Value
New: $8 - $12 USD; Used Complete: $5 - $8 USD; Incomplete (missing helmet): $3 - $5 USD. Prices are relatively stable but may rise slowly due to the popularity of the film's unique designs.
Price (New)
Originally released in set 70901 Mr. Freeze Ice Attack, which retailed for $19.99 USD in 2017. The set included 2 other minifigures (Batman and a Security Guard).
Compatible Sets
70901 Mr. Freeze Ice Attack (2017). This is the only official set containing this specific 'bare-armed' torso and head combination.
Character Background
Dr. Victor Fries is a cryogenics expert who must stay in sub-zero temperatures to survive. In The LEGO Batman Movie, he is portrayed as one of the many villains joining the Joker's army, though his design here mocks his traditionally serious nature by giving him a clunky, oversized mechanical suit.
Design Notes
The design choice to give him 'short sleeves' (flesh arms) is a departure from the traditional full-body containment suit, likely to make the character look more like a guy in a vest rather than a high-tech astronaut, fitting the film's humorous tone.
Similar Minifigures
Mr. Freeze (sh049), Mr. Freeze (sh573), and other villains from The LEGO Batman Movie like Bane (sh319) or Scarecrow (sh316).
Collectibility
High for 'The LEGO Batman Movie' completionists. While middle-tier in terms of value, it is a essential piece of the 2017-2018 movie collection due to its unique head and torso printing.
History
Mr. Freeze was one of the first Batman villains produced in 2006. This 2017 version represents the 'middle era' of Batman sets where designs became more eccentric and focused on movie-specific interpretations before returning to comic-neutral styles in 2020.
Interesting Facts
The head print for this figure is often used by MOC (My Own Creation) builders to create cyborgs or futuristic pilots because of the detailed red goggles and silver tech-patterning.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed inside his brick-built mech suit from set 70901, or in a 'Gallery of Rogues' lineup with other movie-style villains. Use a cool blue light to emphasize the trans-clear helmet.
Modification Potential
Excellent. The head and torso are perfect for sci-fi or cyberpunk customs. Replacing the standard legs with Pearl Dark Gray printed mechanical legs from the Star Wars or Ninjago themes can 'upgrade' the character's armor.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-detailed version of an iconic villain. While the lack of leg printing is a minor drawback, the unique head piece and movie-specific torso make it a standout affordable collectible for DC fans.