Benny
tlm057 · The LEGO Movie
The LEGO Movie Series / Classic Space · 2014 - First appeared in set 70810 MetalBeard's Sea Cow
Figure ID
tlm057
Theme
The LEGO Movie
Year Released
2014 - First appeared in set 70810 MetalBeard's Sea Cow
Rarity
Uncommon to Common. While mass-produced in the 2014-2015 era, this specific 'distressed' version is iconic and has become a staple for Classic Space enthusiasts.
Head
Yellow head with 'scuffed' printing; black dot eyes, thin eyebrows, and a wide blue-smudged smile. Features the 'worn' look signature to his character.
Torso
Blue with 'faded' Classic Space logo (Planet and Red Rocket). The print is intentionally designed to look used and scratched. Blue arms and blue hands.
Legs
Plain blue standard legs without printing, consistent with the 1980s aesthetic he parodies.
Accessories
Includes the iconic 'chinstrap cracked' blue helmet (molded to look broken) and a blue oxygen tank backpack. In the image, he is holding a red sausage (Hot Dog piece).
Color Scheme
Primary Blue with Yellow skin, Red accent on the rocket logo, and Red for the food accessory.
Printing Details
Deliberately weathered pad printing. The logo on the torso is thin to simulate years of play wear, which was a unique stylistic choice for the LEGO Movie line.
Variants
Variants include 'Space Benny' (white suit), 'Benny' with various facial expressions (tlm017), and the updated version in the Benny's Space Squad set (tlm107).
Condition Notes
Common wear points include actual scratches on the torso that blend with the printed scratches. The cracked chinstrap is a MOLD feature, not actual damage, though collectors should check for real cracks in the neck ring.
Estimated Value
Used: $5 - $9; New/In-Set: Part of sets ranging from $20 to $250. Individual value is stable due to high nostalgia.
Price (New)
N/A (Figure usually bundled in sets ranging from standard $19.99 Benny's Spaceship to premium $249.99 Sea Cow).
Compatible Sets
70810 MetalBeard's Sea Cow, 70816 Benny's Spaceship, Spaceship, SPACESHIP!, 70819 Bad Cop Car Chase.
Character Background
Benny is a 1980s-era LEGO astronaut who is obsessed with building spaceships. He debuted in 'The LEGO Movie' (2014) as a member of the Master Builders.
Design Notes
A brilliant 'meta' design that utilizes a modern mold to replicate plastic fatigue (the broken helmet) that was common in the actual 1970s/80s Space sets.
Similar Minifigures
Classic Space Blue Astronaut (sp004), Lenny (tlm108), Kenny (tlm109), Jenny (tlm110).
Collectibility
High. He is the mascot for the 'AFOL' (Adult Fan of LEGO) nostalgia movement and is essential for any LEGO Movie collection.
History
Launched in 2014 to celebrate the history of the Classic Space theme (1978-1987), this figure bridge the gap between vintage collectors and modern fans.
Interesting Facts
The crack in Benny's helmet is located exactly where the original 1980s blue helmets used to break due to thin plastic manufacturing at the time.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed next to a vintage 918, 924, or 928 spaceship. Use cool-white lighting to make the blue pop against a starfield background.
Modification Potential
Torso is popular for create-your-own 'weathered' space MOCs. The helmet is often used by customizers to represent 'battle-damaged' gear.
Overall Assessment
10/10 for design and nostalgia. Benny is a masterpiece of character-driven design that rewards long-time fans with its attention to detail and 'flaws'.