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Ep. 132 - We're Heading Back to Hawkins - Stranger Things: The Upside Down Review
The Imagination Brickshop’s LEGO Brickcast
28 minutes
1 month ago
Ep. 132 - We're Heading Back to Hawkins - Stranger Things: The Upside Down Review
This week, we’re diving headfirst into the most ambitious, bizarre, brilliant TV-inspired LEGO set ever released — 75810 Stranger Things: The Upside Down. And yes… we’re flipping it. Literally.
With 2,287 pieces spread across 18 bags and a price tag that debuted at just $200, this set has only grown more legendary since its 2019 launch, especially after disappearing into the LEGO vault in 2021. Now it’s pulling big money on the secondary market, but today we’re looking at what made it special in the first place.
I break down everything: the dual-world design that still feels like magic, the 26-sticker Byers house loaded with show details, and that eerie light-up alphabet wall that basically screams “RUN.” From Joyce’s frantic flashlight accessories to Lucas’ slingshot, Dustin’s walkie-talkie, Will the Wise’s wizard hat, and Hopper’s pumpkin-toting police truck — it’s a full nostalgia bomb packed into 12 inches of vertical, 17 inches of horizontal, and a whole lot of creepy charm.
We’ll talk minifigs too: Eleven, Mike, Lucas, Dustin, Will, Joyce, Hopper, and of course… the Demogorgon. Some of the best character prints LEGO has ever done for a live-action property.
And because we always keep it honest, I break down where this set shines and where it stumbles, with ratings for playability, displayability, build experience, and value. So, Is it worth the current aftermarket prices? Would it still hold up today? And how does it stack against the new Creel House landing in 2026?
If you missed this set the first time around, or you just want to relive the glory of one of LEGO’s boldest designs ever - this is the upside-down deep dive you’ve been waiting for.
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The Imagination Brickshop’s LEGO Brickcast
This is a LEGO centric podcast where we review sets, cover the latest Lego news & rumors and just talk all things Lego. If you love Lego, then you are in the right place.