Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas

Name: LEGO Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas 21351
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 21351
Rating: 4.69 (1545 reviews)

80 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A20242,193 pcsHigh agreement · 93%

Expert reviews

4analyzed

Owner ratings

1.5K+

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Highly Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"A love letter to Halloween Town that earns its BrickScore of 79.5 through exceptional display aesthetics and an immersive build, enthusiastically endorsed by 1,545 owners (4.69 out of 5) and best suited to fans of the film who want a permanent shelf centerpiece."

The 21351 Nightmare Before Christmas set from the Ideas line generated overwhelming enthusiasm among fans of Tim Burton's film, with reviewers and owners alike praising the atmospheric recreation of Halloween Town across three distinct facades. Owners rate it 4.69 out of 5 across 1,545 ratings spread evenly across all major retailers, and 88% say they would recommend it. The BrickScore of 79.5 reflects a set that excels at display aesthetics and build experience while acknowledging a handful of recurring criticisms around fragility and the absence of Oogie Boogie.

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LOVED (8)

01Three separate facade builds representing Jack's house, Town Hall, and the graveyard, each with strong visual identity
02Stunning black and gray architectural detailing with deliberate pops of color that stand out on display
03Eight minifigures including Jack Skellington, Sally, Mayor, Lock, Shock, Barrel, and Zero
04Modular design allowing sections to be displayed together or separately to fit different shelf widths
05Atmosphere faithfully captures the film's aesthetic, drawing consistent comparisons to art and diorama displays
06Spooky unique parts including jack-o-lanterns, gravestones, and themed landscape elements
07Multiple separate instruction booklets (one per building) making the build feel manageable in sessions
08Accessible as a family build project across a wide age range

CRITICIZED (4)

01Oogie Boogie and Dr. Finkelstein absent from the minifigure lineup, mentioned repeatedly across reviews
02Some sections described as fragile, particularly the fountain area, making transport and repositioning delicate
03Build complexity can exceed the patience of younger builders, despite the 18+ label
04The set does not come with Christmas Town content, which several fans hope for in a future expansion

What reviewers are saying

"The finished model is a fantastic display set, and while the sections are not interchangeable, they can be separated and arranged in any order as individual sections."

The Brothers Brick

"this is a really solid set but first let's talk about the Minifigures"

Solid Brix Studios

"This is definitely one of the must-have Halloween/Spooky-themed sets!"

Jay's Brick Blog

"21351 Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, 2,193 pieces.£169.99 / $199.99 / €199.99 | 7.8p, 9.1c, 9.1c per piece."

Brickset Reviews

Ecosystem

Hocus Pocus Cottage — The Nightmare Before Christmas set is superior; Hocus Pocus retails for $230 (30 dollars more), has fewer minifigures and worse price-per-piece ratio. This is the better Halloween set overall.

21341 Hocus Pocus The Sanderson Sisters' Cottage — This is a must-have for Nightmare Before Christmas fans, and those looking for a fun Halloween-themed LEGO set to accompany last year's 21341 Hocus Pocus The Sanderson Sisters' Cottage.

71024 Disney Collectable Minifigures Series 2 — Previous Jack Skellington (2019) had excellent design that reviewer 'still love[s]', particularly bow tie and distinctive features, but lacked proper proportions for his extremely tall and slender build. Current version better reflects onscreen character proportions with longer legs and arms. Sally from Series 2 was superior—featured intricate stitching, mismatched patterns, and dual-moulded legs that this version lacks; 'pales in comparison' to earlier design overall.

7187 Escape from the Dragon's Prison — Gate element used here last appeared in this set over a decade ago; reviewer delighted to see it available again after such long absence.

IdeasTier 1Investment Grade

By Reviewer · 4

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

The Brothers Brick

Expert Video Source

BUY

"The finished model is a fantastic display set, and while the sections are not interchangeable, they can be separated and arranged in any order as individual sections."

Key Pros

✓Fantastic display set capturing the magic from the movie
✓Abundant details from the film throughout all three sections
✓Clever removable roof technique not previously seen (roof panels framed with downward-facing brackets and cheese slopes)

Key Cons

✕Lock, Shock, and Barrel lack their iconic masks (would have required custom molds and added to price)
✕Lock, Shock, and Barrel have overly simple clothing; only Barrel has detailed skeleton bone printing on torso

JUMP TO REVIEW

Solid Brix Studios

Expert Video Source

BUY

"this is a really solid set but first let's talk about the Minifigures"

Key Pros

✓Eight unique and detailed minifigures including Santa Claus variant and new Zero mold
✓Modular three-section design allows flexible display options
✓Three separate instruction booklets make it ideal for group building

Key Cons

✕Oogie Boogie character not included despite being prominent in the movie
✕Some minifigures lack movie-accurate printing (Barrel, Lock, Shock)

JUMP TO REVIEW

Jay's Brick Blog

Editorial Source

BUY

"This is definitely one of the must-have Halloween/Spooky-themed sets!"

Key Pros

✓A delightful rendition of The Nightmare Before Christmas in LEGO form
✓Zero is perfect and one of the best LEGO Animals ever created
✓Great cast of characters with sharp printing

Key Cons

✕Halloween Town feels quite empty and needs more minifigures to fill it up
✕Jack's House feels a bit too small and weirdly proportioned

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Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

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"21351 Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, 2,193 pieces.£169.99 / $199.99 / €199.99 | 7.8p, 9.1c, 9.1c per piece."

Key Pros

✓Despite a few compromises, this set successfully recreates the animation's iconic style
✓Attractive layout for display
✓Brilliant architectural detail

Key Cons

✕Limited space inside buildings
✕Some major characters are missing

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Dimensional Analysis

Investment Layer

Buy now (3)Wait for sale (0)

Value drivers

The Brothers Brick: Jack Skellington new minifigure variant (long arms/legs version) and Sally's updated version with dual-printed arms; brick-built Mayor also exclusive to this set.

Solid Brix Studios: Zero the Dog with new unique mold; Santa Claus variant; Mayor figure unusual detail; full roster of Nightmare Before Christmas characters

Exclusivity

The Brothers Brick: LEGO Ideas exclusive; represents a long-awaited official adaptation.

Solid Brix Studios: LEGO Ideas exclusive initially; Disney licensed exclusive LEGO property

Resale

The Brothers Brick: Likely to appreciate after retirement given fan demand and scarcity as an exclusive LEGO Ideas product.

Solid Brix Studios: Strong aftermarket potential expected due to unique IP, first-release status, and limited LEGO Ideas distribution model

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (8)

Jack Skellington

$27

Sally

$16

The Mayor of Halloween Town

$13

Santa Claus

$11

Barrel

Lock

Shock

Skeleton - Standard Skull, Bent Arms Horizontal Grip

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Printed torso and leg cones for the MayorValue
Custom design for iconic dual-faced cone heads representing the Mayor's two expressions.
Long arms and legs elements (from Avatar sets)Value
Used on Jack Skellington minifigure to achieve taller, more skeletal proportions.
Lavender skirt elementValue
Unique element used for Shock's character design.
Twisted gargoyle statue
Custom molded piece; captures the iconic Tim Burton look found in background scenes and settings.
Cheese slopes and downward-facing brackets for roof construction
Unusual roof technique using these elements to create framing that fits perfectly together without stud connections, believed to be a unique application by the reviewer.
Hinge bricks and click hinge plates
Used innovatively to create removable walls with clip plate attachments that allow easy interior access while maintaining structural integrity.

What Owners Say

Nightmare Before Christmas fans adore the stunning detail and immersive build, but a notable minority of buyers flag fragile connections, a cardboard moon, and the glaring omission of Oogie Boogie.

COMMON PRAISE

+Exceptional detail and visual accuracy to the film, with three breathtaking facades
+Minifigure selection is strong, with Jack, Sally, Zero, the Mayor, and Lock/Shock/Barrel all praised
+Fun and rewarding multi-hour build that works well as a holiday display for both Halloween and Christmas
+Great family activity that gets teens and tweens off screens

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−No Oogie Boogie or Dr. Finkelstein minifigure, mentioned repeatedly as a significant disappointment
−Sections do not connect securely and pieces fall apart easily when moving the set
−The moon is cardboard rather than LEGO bricks, which bothers purists
−Some buyers received sets with missing pieces, and a few reported poor shipping packaging causing box damage

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Buyer Ratings

Amazon4.8

452 reviews

91%