Series 25 - Detective Noir
col25-1 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 25 · 2024 (January)
Figure ID
col25-1
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2024 (January)
Rarity
Common (in production) or Chase-style due to blind box packaging. The specific scan code shown identifies the contents without opening.
Head
Monochrome grey skin tone with a focused, analytical expression and thin mustache. Two-sided printing with an alternate skeptical/investigative look.
Torso
Dark grey/black grayscale trench coat design with printed button and lapel details, white shirt and tie visible in the center. Light grey hands.
Legs
Plain black or dark grey legs to match the grayscale aesthetic of a film noir detective.
Accessories
Red herring (bright red fish) providing the only splash of color, along with a classic magnifying glass and a dark grey fedora hat.
Color Scheme
Primarily grayscale (black, white, and various shades of grey) specifically designed to mimic 1940s film noir visuals, accented by a single bright red fish.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing. The grayscale shading is remarkably detailed to create depth. The code on the box (6623274) is a data matrix used by collectors to verify contents.
Variants
None for this specific series release. However, this is part of the first wave where LEGO switched fully to cardboard boxes, making the codes essential for identification.
Condition Notes
As a new-in-box item indicated by the packaging, the main concern is box crushing or 'corner pips' from factory handling. The figure inside remains pristine.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $8.00 (Standard retail/secondary market price for a single CMF). Sealed boxes verified via scan are slightly more desirable than open ones.
Price (New)
$4.99 USD per individual blind box at retail.
Compatible Sets
71045 Collectible Minifigures Series 25 (Individual Blind Box)
Character Background
A tribute to 1940s hardboiled detective fiction and 'Film Noir.' The 'Red Herring' accessory is a meta-fictional joke referring to the literary device of a false clue.
Design Notes
Unique grayscale color palette is the standout feature. This continues the 'monochrome' trend seen in the Series 24 Space Astronaut but with character detail.
Similar Minifigures
Series 24 Brown Astronaut and Baby, Series 20 80s Musician (for aesthetic niche), and classic LEGO City Police detectives.
Collectibility
Highly collectible for those completing Series 25. The transition to boxes has made the 'Data Matrix' scanning method shown in the photo a major part of the hobby.
History
Released in early 2024, Series 25 is significant for being the first to widely feature the large, scannable Data Matrix codes that allow apps to identify the figure.
Interesting Facts
The code '6623274' on the box flap is a known identifier for the Detective Noir figure in North American and some European batches, allowing collectors to 'X-ray' the box with a phone.
Display Suggestions
Looks best in a city scene or a dedicated grayscale vignette. Using the red fish as a focus point is recommended for a creative display.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'monochrome' MOCs or custom characters where a 'statue' or 'ghostly' appearance is needed. Trench coat torso is highly versatile.
Overall Assessment
An 8/10 figure for design. The grayscale gimmick is perfectly executed, and the inclusion of the 'Red Herring' is a clever touch for adult fans of the genre.