LEGO Disney 43227 Villain Icons

Specifications
| Set number | 43227 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2023 |
| Piece count | 1,540 |
| Minifigures | 4 |
| Theme | Disney |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Disney 43227 Villain Icons was released in 2023 as a display focused on Disney villains and their associated imagery. The set belongs to the Disney theme, contains 1540 pieces, and presents a collection of character references rather than a single story scene.
Set 43227 Villain Icons treats Disney villains as a shared visual theme rather than adapting one specific film moment. Within the Disney theme, it stands apart from character homes, castles, and single movie scenes by gathering several antagonists into one display oriented composition.
The French Amazon title refers to a videocassette, so that motif can safely be noted as part of the set’s commercial identification. Other details are best kept general: the build is a decorative arrangement of themed elements, not a model defined by a vehicle, a playset location, or a single structure.
It is aimed mainly at Disney collectors, fans of the villain characters, and builders looking for a display piece with recognizable references. Compared with many Disney sets, its focus is broader and more symbolic: it brings multiple villains together instead of centering on one hero, princess, castle, or film scene.
Inventory of set 43227
The inventory of set 43227 lists 1,540 pieces, spare parts excluded: 431 different lots (one shape in one color) for 222 part shapes. The box also contains 40 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 43227
Main color: black, making up 22% of the parts, followed by white (14%) and reddish brown (11%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 343 | 22% | |
| White | 210 | 14% | |
| Reddish Brown | 168 | 11% | |
| Red | 126 | 8.2% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 85 | 5.5% | |
| Dark Purple | 77 | 5% | |
| Tan | 69 | 4.5% | |
| Pearl Gold | 67 | 4.4% | |
| Green | 53 | 3.4% | |
| Magenta | 49 | 3.2% | |
| Other colors (22) | 291 | 19% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 414 | 27% | |
| Tiles | 211 | 14% | |
| Bricks | 177 | 11% | |
| Plates Special | 172 | 11% | |
| Bricks Special | 127 | 8.2% | |
| Tiles Round and Curved | 95 | 6.2% |
Most common parts in set 43227
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Black | 30 |
| Tile 2 x 4 with Groove 87079 | Dark Purple | 26 |
| Tile 2 x 4 with Groove 87079 | Magenta | 25 |
| Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter 25269 | Dark Purple | 24 |
| Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side 30414 | White | 22 |
| Brick 1 x 3 3622 | Reddish Brown | 21 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Black | 18 |
| Brick Special 1 x 2 with 1 Center Stud on 1 Side, Bottom Stud Holder 86876 | Medium Nougat | 17 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Green | 16 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | White | 16 |
196 of the 222 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setopedia, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 43227
13 part shapes in set 43227 appear in no other set in the catalog, most often printed elements, stickers or molds specific to the model. If one gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set. The table lists 8. Counting colors, 15 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Tile 2 x 6 with Red Q, Heart Decorations print (Playing Card Top) 69729pr0025 | White |
| Torso Jacket, Dark Purple Trim, Lavender Shirt print, Black Arms, Light Aqua Hands 973c03h15pr6675 | Black |
| Minifig Head Jafar, Genie Form, Raised Eyebrows, Yellow Eyes, Big Grin, Teeth, Fangs print 28621pr3955 | Red |
| Neckwear Cape Collar, Pointed with 2 Dark Purple and 4 Black Points (Maleficent), Rounded at Neck [Top with 2 Holes] 103931 | Black |
| Minifig Head Maleficent, Light Aqua Face, Raised Black Eyebrow, Medium Lavender Eyeshadow, Red Lips, Open Mouth Smile, Teeth print 28621pr4058 | Black |
| Hips and Legs Under Dress/Robe with Dark Pink, Lavender, and Dark Purple Decoration print 36036pr0066 | Black |
| Tile 6 x 8 with Rounded Corners with Dark Purple 'DISNEY Sleeping Beauty' print 65474pr0013 | Light Aqua |
| Sticker Sheet 2 for Set 43227-1 10104306 |
Rebuilding set 43227 from another set
Share of the parts of set 43227 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21330 Home Alone | 28% | 3,955 | 2021 |
| 76405 Hogwarts Express - Collectors' Edition | 26% | 5,139 | 2022 |
No similarly sized set goes above 28%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 43227 within its line
With 1,540 pieces, set 43227 ranks #13 out of 257 Disney sets in our database, which have an average of 414 parts. Among the 518 sets released in 2023, it ranks #41. That is 3.7 times the average Disney set size.
Included minifigures
Jafar - GenieQuantity : 1
GastonQuantity : 1
MaleficentQuantity : 1
Evil Queen - WitchQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 43227 Villain Icons have?
LEGO set 43227 Villain Icons has 1,540 pieces. It was released in 2023 as part of the Disney theme.
What year was LEGO set 43227 released?
Set 43227 Villain Icons was released in 2023 and belongs to the Disney theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 43227?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 43227 Villain Icons: 4. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 43227?
The instructions for LEGO set 43227 Villain Icons can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 43227.
What is the main color of LEGO set 43227?
Black, with 343 out of 1,540 pieces, or 22%. Next come white (14%) and reddish brown (11%).
How many different parts does set 43227 contain?
Set 43227 has 431 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 222 part shapes. Most common part: Plate 1 x 2 in black, with 30 copies.
Does LEGO set 43227 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 13 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Tile 2 x 6 with Red Q, Heart Decorations print (Playing Card Top).
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 43227?
Set 21330 Home Alone, released in 2021: it supplies 28%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Is 43227 Villain Icons based on one Disney film?
No. It combines references to several Disney villains in one themed display rather than recreating a single film scene.
See also
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