This holiday season, Mads Mikkelsen sprinkled some stardust on fans with an enchanting Star Wars story. Anyone who’s ever wondered about the magic in a galaxy far, far away will appreciate this delightful tale.
In a chat with Variety, Mikkelsen shared that a few years ago, he helped his brother, Lars, construct a Lego Death Star. While it might seem like a simple family activity, there’s so much more to it. It’s not just any Death Star; it was likely the 2016 UCS version released alongside Rogue One. That detail matters!
How Mads Mikkelsen Became the Architect of the Death Star
In Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Mikkelsen plays Galen Erso, a brilliant scientist forced into service by the Empire. He not only aided in the Death Star’s creation but cleverly inserted a fail-safe into its design, allowing the Rebel Alliance to eventually destroy it. So, we have the guy in charge of the Death Star’s plans helping to create a Lego replica. It’s the ultimate fan crossover!
Lars Mikkelsen as Grand Admiral Thrawn
Adding another layer to this family project is Lars, known for voicing and playing Grand Admiral Thrawn in Star Wars Rebels and Star Wars: Ahsoka. Thrawn, although pivotal in the Empire’s strategies, had his own ambitions—specifically a project known as the TIE Defender. The fact that one brother constructed the Death Star while the other commanded troops to protect it is simply poetic.
Bringing the Family Together
Imagine this scene at the Mikkelsen home: one brother, a man behind the Death Star’s creation, sitting with his brother—Thrawn—building a detailed, 4,000-piece Lego set of the very weapon they’ve both been associated with. It’s a moment that fans can only dream of.
You can catch Mads talking about this Lego endeavor in the interview mentioned earlier; the Star Wars discussion kicks off at 4:16. Mads is currently featured in Bryan Fuller’s new film, Dust Bunny, while Lars will reprise his role as Thrawn in Star Wars: Ahsoka, set to release in 2026.
Did the Mikkelsen brothers finish constructing the Death Star?
While it’s not confirmed if they completed the impressive Lego set, fans are left wondering how long it might have taken them. Building a 4,000-piece model is no small task!
Will the Mikkelsen brothers collaborate on another Lego project?
With a new Death Star set that features a Mads Mikkelsen minifigure, there’s speculation about whether they’ll team up again this Christmas.
What’s Mads Mikkelsen’s role in the Star Wars universe?
Mads portrays Galen Erso, a scientist whose actions indirectly led to the Death Star’s downfall in Rogue One.
What character does Lars Mikkelsen play in Star Wars?
Lars brings Grand Admiral Thrawn to life, a character known for his strategic mind and complex involvement with the Empire’s operations.
As you digest this enchanting story, imagine the world of possibilities that Lego sets can create. Have you ever teamed up with someone to build a special Lego set? Feel free to share your own experiences in the comments below!
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