This is my Top 5 list of favorite items being made available for purchase with the release of Solo: A Star Wars Story. As usual, there are a ton more, but nobody can buy them all…. Right?
With the upcoming release of Solo: A Star Wars Story on 25th of May and the launch of the final and official trailer last week, now it’s time to take a look at some of the best products that have been announced or are already available for sale. Of course, all five of them are related to the new movie.
LEGO Star Wars Kessel Run Millennium Falcon
As a LEGO fan, I have to start with something from this segment. We’ve all seen the new looks of the Millennium Falcon, yeah? Not all of us like it, but that’s normal. The Corellian YT-1300 Light Freighter looks very different from what we know and love in the Original Trilogy.
The new LEGO Star Wars Kessel Run Millennium Falcon set contains over 1400 pieces (about 100 more than the previous edition) and comes with six mini-figures (two of them are droids – DD-BD and a Kessel Operatoins droid). The cockpit once again fits 2 figures and the set also comes with 2 spring-loaded shooters, rotating top and bottom turrets, ramp and interior design of the hull. The whole build is a lot more rigid and feels stable when you hold it in your hand.
At the price of ~$170 this package is quite a valuable addition for a fan.
There are other interesting picks in the LEGO department, such as the Solo version of the Imperial TIE Fighter and Han’s weird Landspeeder.
BUY FROM► LEGO Shop
Ultimate Co-Pilot Chewie
This I would not purchase for the features (and there are quite a few implemented in it), but solely for its appearance and design. Unfortunately this cute Chewie Hasbro toy is coming in the Fall, so you’ll have to wait a bit.
Now, onto its features – the Co-Pilot Chewie measures over 40cm tall and has more than 100 sound and motion combinations. It can respond to external movements and sounds. If you make a noise, the toy will roar back at you. It also has pose-able arms and can respond with a variety of facial expressions too.
BUY FROM► Hasbro (item not available yet)
Solo: A Star Wars Story Figure Play Set
Six pieces in one pack – this set offers you the chance to display (or just play!) Han Solo, Chewbacca, Qi’ra, Lando Calrissian, Enfys Nest, and Range Trooper. I really like the expression on Chewie’s face!
BUY FROM► Disney Store
Last Shot: A Han Solo and Lando Novel
Even the fastest hunk of junk… I mean ship can’t outrun the past! This novel spans decades – from a time before Han and Lando have even met all the way to after the Empire’s destruction. The two most famous scoundrels in the Galaxy will embark on their most dangerous adventure yet!
The book releases on 17th of April in both hard cover and audiobook formats. In case you need a bit of an assistance, here you can check out all of the new Disney Star Wars Canon books.
BUY FROM► Amazon
Funko Star Wars Mystery Minis
The Minis st offers you a chance to go on an adventure with a few old friends in Solo: A Star Wars Story. Expand your Star Wars collection with the scum of the dangerous criminal underworld frequented by young Han Solo. Each stylized vinyl figure measures about 6cm tall and comes packaged in blind boxes. Collect them all!
BUY FROM► Amazon
StarWars.com made up an even bigger list, which was my inspiration for this Top 5 that you just finished. Check out what else is or will become soon available here.
Oh, by the way, did you see the cool new poster? Check it out, it’s absolutely stunning! I love it!
