The LEGO Monkie Kid theme introduced in 2020 and is based on the centuries-old Chinese legends of The Monkey King and The Journey to the West, LEGO Monkie Kid creates a world of traditional heroes and villains based on the 16th century tale which was one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. Rooted in ancient Chinese culture and lore, the LEGO Monkie Kid theme and set stories reimagine the legendary character, the Monkey King, and other characters from the classic Journey to the West novel.
2020 LEGO Sets
In 2020, LEGO thrived despite global disruptions, debuting several new lines for both families and adult fans. LEGO Super Mario introduced interactive, course-building play; Monkie Kid launched with a modern take on Journey to the West; and creative-focused ranges such as DOTS, LEGO Art, and Brick Sketches broadened display and craft appeal. Creator Expert (later Icons) and Ideas delivered standout display sets, anchoring a strong year for collectors.