LEGO’s The Lord of the Rings: Balrog Book Nook (set 10367) is already on sale: it launched on June 1, 2025. The 1,201-piece adult set recreates Gandalf’s stand against the Balrog on the Bridge of Khazad-dûm in a bookshelf display. Open, it measures over 17.5 inches (44 cm) wide and 6.5 inches (17 cm) deep, so check your shelf space before buying.
What is LEGO set 10367?
LEGO Icons The Lord of the Rings: Balrog Book Nook is a licensed adult building set designed as a bookshelf book nook. The scene depicts the confrontation between Gandalf and the Balrog on the Bridge of Khazad-dûm. LEGO announced the set in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products.
Its display combines a Balrog with unfurled wings and a fiery whip, a poseable Gandalf the Grey minifigure with a staff and sword, and a plaque bearing the words “You Shall Not Pass.” LEGO describes both figures as poseable.
When did it come out?
LEGO announced set 10367 on May 27, 2025, and said it would be available to purchase starting June 1, 2025. It is a released set, not an upcoming one. LEGO’s announcement said it would be sold through LEGO stores, LEGO.com, and select leading retailers. Read LEGO’s announcement.
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- 6,167 pieces filled with movie magic – The set is an immersive project that’s bursting with details and references to The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy, which all fans will recognize
- Detailed decor – Details include Frodo's bedroom and Elrond's study, and the different sections can be displayed separately: for example, the Council of Elrond can be lifted off the main model
- Iconic characters – The building set features 15 minifigures, including legendary characters such as Frodo, Sam, Bilbo Baggins, Boromir, Gimli, Aragorn, Legolas and Gandalf the Grey
- Recreate your favorite scenes – The set makes it easy to recreate iconic moments including the Council of Elrond scene and the moment the Fellowship crosses the bridge at the start of their journey
Pieces, dimensions and price
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Set | LEGO Icons The Lord of the Rings: Balrog Book Nook, 10367 |
| Pieces | 1,201 |
| Opened dimensions | Over 8.5 in (22 cm) high, 17.5 in (44 cm) wide and 6.5 in (17 cm) deep |
| Launch MSRP | €119.99 / US$129.99 / £109.99, as stated in LEGO’s May 27, 2025 announcement |
| US listing price and status | $129.99 and “Available now” on LEGO’s US product page when checked for this article; price and inventory can change |
The dimensions refer to the model when opened for display. For a shelf, allow at least the listed width and depth, and check the height clearance too. The launch MSRP is dated information, not a current price guarantee across regions. Check LEGO’s US product page for current price and availability.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.What to know before choosing it for a shelf
The format is meant to work as a book nook, while also displaying the central confrontation as a scene. Consider whether the opened footprint fits the shelf where you plan to display it; the listed width is 17.5 inches (44 cm), with a depth of 6.5 inches (17 cm). The official listing establishes the set’s format, contents and dimensions, but does not provide a basis for claims about stability, build difficulty or comparative value.
Quick Recap
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- RECREATE GANDALF'S EPIC BATTLE – Build the iconic "You Shall Not Pass!" moment from The Lord of the Rings with the LEGO Icons Balrog Book Nook, designed for adults 18+
- DIY BOOKSHELF DECOR – Insert this collectible book nook between your favorite novels to create a window into Middle-earth, or open it to reveal the iconic Bridge of Khazad-dûm scene
- POSEABLE LOTR MINIFIGURES – This LEGO Lord of the Rings set features Gandalf the Grey with staff and sword facing off against a massive poseable Balrog with fiery whip and unfurled wings
- LORD OF THE RINGS COLLECTIBLE – This building set for adults makes a perfect gift for Lord of the Rings enthusiasts, book lovers, and collectors of movie memorabilia
- LEVEL UP YOUR BUILD – Download the LEGO Builder app for an immersive building experience, including 3D building instructions where builders can zoom in, rotate, and track progress
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- 9 BELOVED MINIFIGURES – Bring the story to life with Bilbo Baggins, Frodo, Gandalf, and other cherished characters from the Lord of the Rings trilogy
- INTERACTIVE HOBBIT HOLE – Explore Bag End's cozy interior, activate Gandalf's fireworks, and witness the dragon firework transform into The One Ring
- LOTR COLLECTIBLE ROOM DECOR – Once your build is complete, proudly display in your home or office for an instant conversation piece
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- 10 LEGO MINIFIGURES – This creative building set includes 10 minifigures, including Sauron, Mouth of Sauron, Orc, Frodo, Sam and Gollum and Gothmog
- INTRICATE DETAILS OF BARADUR – The black gate is automated, the Eye of Sauron illuminates and the 4-section modular structure features detailed rooms, including a weapons forge, throne room and prison
- MOVIE THEMED ACCESSORIES – This LEGO set for adults features detailed accessories, including helmets made for Mouth of Sauron and Sauron, The One Ring, the light of Eärendil and Sauron’s mace
- GIFT IDEA FOR LOTR FANS – This building set makes a great gift for LOTR fans of all ages. Great for men, women, boyfriends, girlfriends, and ideal for holidays, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or any special occasion
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