Bad Cop / Good Cop (Swivel Head)
tlm002 · The LEGO Movie
The LEGO Movie Series 1 · 2014, coinciding with the theatrical release of The LEGO Movie, which revolutionized animated brick-built cinema.
Figure ID
tlm002
Theme
The LEGO Movie
Year Released
2014, coinciding with the theatrical release of The LEGO Movie, which revolutionized animated brick-built cinema.
Rarity
Common, mass-produced and included in several prominent starter and mid-sized sets from the first wave of The LEGO Movie theme.
Head
Dual-sided head featuring a smiling Good Cop face on one side and an aggressive Bad Cop face on the other, designed to swivel beneath the specialized headgear.
Torso
Black torso with dark bluish gray armor printing, white shirt collar, and silver badge details; features black arms and light bluish gray hands.
Legs
Plain black legs with a black hip piece.
Accessories
Includes a specialized dark bluish gray armor piece that fits over the neck and a matching dark bluish gray police motorcycle helmet.
Color Scheme
Primarily black and dark bluish gray, with silver accent highlights on the badge and printing.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing featuring sharp lines on the torso, dual face expressions, and detailed mechanical or tactical vest textures.
Variants
Variants include versions with different facial expressions or without the armor piece, though this specific configuration with the swivel head and armor is the definitive Bad Cop from the movie sets.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratches on the glossy helmet, fading on the silver badge printing, and minor clutch power degradation on the swivel head mechanism.
Estimated Value
Estimated value ranges from $2.00 to $5.00 USD for a used complete figure in good condition, and up to $8.00 USD brand new.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets priced between $14.99 and $79.99 USD during the 2014 theatrical run.
Compatible Sets
70802 Bad Cop's Pursuit, 70808 Super Cycle Chase, 70819 Bad Cop Car Chase.
Character Background
Bad Cop/Good Cop is a dual-natured police officer working for Lord Business in The LEGO Movie, known for his ability to swivel his head 180 degrees to switch between his aggressive persona and his softer side.
Design Notes
Features a unique mechanical swivel head feature designed specifically to replicate the character's signature movie gag of instantly spinning his head around.
Similar Minifigures
Micro Manager, Lord Business, Emmet, Wyldstyle, and various other police or villain minifigures from The LEGO Movie line.
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility driven by nostalgia for The LEGO Movie, appealing primarily to theme completists and fans of the film.
History
Released in 2014 as one of the standout supporting antagonist characters of the original LEGO Movie wave.
Interesting Facts
The character was voiced by Liam Neeson in the film, who famously improvised parts of the frantic Good Cop/Bad Cop interrogation scene.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey or black baseplate alongside other minifigures from The LEGO Movie, posed in a dynamic chase or interrogation stance.
Modification Potential
Great for purist custom police MOCs or sci-fi law enforcement builds due to the tactical armor and helmet pieces.
Overall Assessment
A fun and memorable figure with an iconic play feature, highly recommended for fans of The LEGO Movie and those looking for unique dual-personality characters.