Superman - Dark Blue Suit, Red Cape (Justice League Movie / Man of Steel)
sh475 · Super Heroes
DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League · 2018
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Figure ID
sh475
Theme
Super Heroes
Year Released
2018
Rarity
Uncommon
Overall Assessment
An excellent and detailed minifigure that faithfully represents the modern cinematic interpretation of the Man of Steel, making it a worthy addition to any superhero collection.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuationUsed complete market value ranges from $8 to $15 USD depending on condition, while new/sealed equivalents are valued higher.
Original Retail
Originally available in sets retailing between $20 and $80 USD in 2018.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Dual-sided light flesh head with furrowed brow and heat vision glowing eyes expression on one side, and a neutral/smirking expression on the other. Fitted with a standard black parted hair piece.
Torso
Dark blue torso with intricate metallic silver, red, and dark red detailing depicting the DCEU Superman suit armor texture, including the iconic S-shield logo with a red backdrop and gold border. Features dark blue arms and white hands.
Legs
Dark blue legs with metallic silver and blue printing to continue the armored suit pattern down the hips and legs.
Accessories
Standard soft red cloth cape with a single neck hole attachment.
Printing Details
High-detail pad printing featuring complex metallic linework representing the woven alien suit texture from the DC Extended Universe films.
Color Scheme
Dark blue, dark red, metallic silver, red, light flesh, and black.
Known Variants
Appears in multiple DCEU-inspired sets from 2017 to 2018 with minor variations in head printing, though this specific version corresponds to the 2018 Justice League wave.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include chipping on the metallic silver chest and leg printing, and fraying or creasing on the soft cloth red cape.
Found In Sets
76085 Battle of Atlantis and 76086 Knightcrawler Tunnel Attack (both released in 2017/2018 for the Justice League movie).
Character Background
Superman (Clark Kent / Kal-El) is the flagship superhero of DC Comics, originating from the doomed planet Krypton and raised in Smallville, Kansas. This specific minifigure design is modeled after Henry Cavill's portrayal in the DC Extended Universe films like Batman v Superman and Justice League.
Design Notes
Features the more textured, realistic suit design introduced in the modern DC films, shifting away from the classic bright primary colors of traditional comic book versions.
History
LEGO introduced its first DC Super Heroes wave in 2012, with Superman figures evolving from comic book adaptations into film-specific variants starting with Man of Steel in 2013.
Interesting Facts
The heat-vision alternate face print includes small translucent-orange energy effects flanking his eyes, capturing his powerful cinematic abilities.
Collectibility
Moderate to high demand among DC superhero collectors and fans of the Henry Cavill cinematic portrayal, though generally accessible on the aftermarket.
Similar Minifigures
Other DCEU Superman variants (sh274, sh449) and classic comic book Superman minifigures.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark-themed or minimalist LEGO display stand alongside other Justice League members like Batman, Wonder Woman, and The Flash.
Modification Potential
Can be easily combined with custom cloth capes or modified with traditional classic-era Superman parts for custom purist builds.