LEGO may be preparing a much smaller, substantially less expensive way to put the USS Enterprise on display. A new rumor points to a midi-scale model of the original Star Trek vessel arriving in March 2027, carrying a reported $79.99 price tag and a 580-piece count. If accurate, the model would offer a dramatically more accessible alternative to the enormous LEGO U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D, while also potentially signaling that LEGO's Star Trek line could have room for ships beyond premium, large-format collector sets.
The same report also suggests that a separate buildable Homer Simpson model could launch soon afterward, in April 2027. That set is said to be priced at $79.99 as well and contain roughly 500 pieces. Neither product has been officially announced by LEGO, so their themes, specifications, release windows, and pricing should all be treated as unconfirmed until the company reveals them.
A smaller Enterprise could solve the line's biggest barriers
The rumored Enterprise is described as a midi-scale set based on the original ship. Midi-scale LEGO models are compact display-oriented recreations rather than full minifigure-scale playsets. They generally focus on preserving an iconic silhouette and the most recognizable structural details in a size that can fit comfortably on a shelf, desk, or entertainment center.
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For Star Trek fans, that proposition has clear appeal. The existing LEGO U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D is a statement-piece model: impressively detailed, physically large, and aimed at collectors prepared to dedicate significant money and display space to it. Those attributes can make a flagship set feel special, but they also limit the audience. Large premium builds are harder to justify for fans with constrained budgets, smaller homes, or already crowded collections.
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At the reported $79.99 price, the proposed original Enterprise would cost roughly $400 less than the current large Enterprise model. That difference matters. A set in this range could be an easier entry point for casual Star Trek viewers, younger adult fans beginning a LEGO collection, and longtime collectors who simply want a recognizable Federation ship without reorganizing an entire room to accommodate it.
A 580-piece count would also put the rumored set in a potentially attractive middle ground. It is enough inventory for shaping the saucer, nacelles, pylons, and hull contours that define the original Enterprise, while avoiding the sprawling build time and complexity associated with a several-thousand-piece release. The report further claims that the model would include one minifigure, though there is no indication of which character that might be.
What "midi scale" could mean for a Star Trek model
LEGO's compact display sets have often shown that a smaller piece count does not automatically require a simplified identity. The midi-scale Millennium Falcon provides a useful comparison for the general approach: it is a display build on a stand, measuring around nine inches long and seven inches wide, and prioritizes the instantly recognizable outline of the ship over interior rooms or minifigure-scale functionality.
That is likely the most sensible template for a smaller Enterprise. Rather than trying to reproduce every corridor, bridge detail, or section of the vessel at a playset scale, a midi-scale model can emphasize the broad visual language that makes the ship unmistakable. The classic saucer section, elongated engineering hull, connecting neck, and paired warp nacelles are all elements that need to read clearly from a distance. A well-designed stand and printed display plaque could further position such a release as a collectible intended for adult fans.
The original Enterprise is also a strong candidate for this treatment because its design is so enduring. Even people who have not followed every era of Star Trek can identify the broad form of the ship associated with the franchise's earliest television adventures. That recognition gives LEGO a familiar centerpiece for a smaller, lower-cost product while allowing the larger Enterprise-D to remain a premium option for collectors who want a more expansive build.
The potential for a broader starship collection
Perhaps the most interesting part of the rumor is what it could mean beyond one model. If LEGO does introduce a more affordable Enterprise, midi scale could become an effective format for expanding Star Trek's ship roster. Not every vessel has the commercial pull to support a massive, expensive set, but plenty of designs have enthusiastic fan followings and would make strong display models at a smaller size.
Ships from Star Trek: Discovery, the Enterprise seen in 2000s-era productions, and Voyager are among the kinds of vessels that could benefit from this format. Compact releases could give LEGO more flexibility to visit different generations of the franchise without requiring each launch to be a major collector investment. A display line could also support alien craft that would be difficult to justify as huge standalone sets, including a Klingon Bird-of-Prey or a Romulan warbird.
That possibility is still speculative, of course. One rumored model does not establish a full range, and LEGO has not confirmed that a midi-scale Star Trek series is planned. Still, the format makes practical sense. Star Trek's appeal is not limited to a single ship, and its history is filled with spacecraft whose silhouettes are as important to fans as the characters who commanded them. Smaller models could allow collectors to build a varied fleet rather than choosing between one giant flagship and nothing at all.
Homer Simpson may reportedly be next
The report also names Homer Simpson as the subject of another potential LEGO release, reportedly scheduled for April 2027. It is said to cost $79.99 and include around 500 pieces, putting it close to the rumored Enterprise in both price and scope.
Details on the supposed Homer Simpson set are limited, but its reported format suggests a character-focused display build rather than a traditional location-based Simpsons playset. LEGO has previously explored large brick-built character models across licensed themes, demonstrating how a simplified, stylized figure can work as an ornament for shelves and desks. A Homer model at approximately 500 pieces could potentially aim for that kind of collectible presence while remaining smaller than the biggest character statues in the catalogue.
The Simpsons has a long history with LEGO, including minifigure series and sets inspired by locations from Springfield. A new Homer-focused release would therefore not be an entirely unexpected direction, but it would represent a different type of product from a detailed home, storefront, or vehicle. A single-character build can appeal to fans who want an immediately recognizable piece of pop-culture décor without committing to a larger scene.
As with the Enterprise, though, the proposed timing and product details remain rumor. There is no official confirmation that a Homer Simpson model is in production, what it would look like, or whether its final piece count and price would match the claims.
Why the $79.99 range is important
Both rumored sets being placed at $79.99 is notable. LEGO's adult-focused licensed releases can rapidly move into premium price territory, particularly when they involve big spaceships, highly detailed architecture, elaborate character sculptures, or large quantities of minifigures. That market certainly has an audience, but it leaves a substantial gap for display models that feel special without becoming a major purchase.
A set around this level can still deliver a satisfying build, a substantial footprint, and enough visual detail to look good when displayed. It is also more approachable as a gift and less intimidating for someone who wants to sample a licensed theme. For Star Trek specifically, affordability is particularly valuable because the franchise spans generations of fans. A smaller Enterprise could appeal to people who watched the original series years ago, newer viewers exploring the wider universe, and LEGO builders attracted by the engineering challenge of recreating a famous spaceship at reduced scale.
There is another advantage to the lower price: it can encourage collecting. Fans may be more likely to buy multiple ships if each one occupies a manageable place in both their budget and their display setup. That is exactly the kind of behavior a consistent midi-scale range could support, should LEGO decide to pursue it.
Keep expectations measured until LEGO speaks
The leaker behind these claims has previously shared product rumors that later proved accurate, which gives the report some credibility. Even so, plans can shift before an official announcement. Product names may change, piece counts can be revised, prices can differ by region, and intended launch dates can move. There is also always the possibility that a rumored set does not reach shelves at all.
For now, the reported March 2027 Enterprise and April 2027 Homer Simpson releases are best viewed as intriguing possibilities rather than confirmed additions to LEGO's calendar. The Enterprise rumor is especially encouraging for fans who have admired the scale and detail of the existing Enterprise-D but found its size or cost impractical. A compact original-series ship could be the kind of display model that fits far more collections.
If the report proves correct, 2027 may bring two very different but similarly accessible builds: a classic sci-fi starship for Star Trek collectors and a brick-built Springfield icon for Simpsons fans. More importantly, the smaller Enterprise could test whether there is appetite for a wider fleet of affordable Star Trek display sets. For a franchise full of memorable vessels, that is an idea worth watching.
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