LEGO 2014 / Minifigure Series / The Simpsons Sets

The Simpsons Series (71005), released in May 2014, was the first Collectible Minifigures series based on a licence. It brought Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie Simpson into minifigure form along with Grampa, Ned Flanders, Ralph Wiggum, Nelson Muntz, Apu Nahasapeemapetilon, Chief Wiggum, Krusty the Clown, Itchy & Scratchy, Mr. Burns and Milhouse, all with new head moulds to match the show's look. It came out together with 71006 The Simpsons House, and a second series followed in 2015.

2014 LEGO Sets

2014 brought The LEGO Movie to theaters, propelling LEGO to unprecedented mainstream success and spawning its own theme. LEGO Star Wars celebrated 15 years, while Ninjago—originally planned for retirement—was extended following strong sales and a hit TV series. The first minifigure-scale Minecraft sets appeared, and LEGO The Simpsons launched with The Simpsons House and a dedicated minifigure series. Other additions included LEGO Juniors and the digital-physical LEGO Fusion, while a fan-designed Ghostbusters Ecto-1 commemorated the film’s 30th anniversary. Galaxy Squad, The Lone Ranger, and The Lord of the Rings ended during this period.