Emmet Brickowski
Construction worker chosen as The Special to save Lego worlds.
Emmet Brickowski is the main protagonist of The Lego Movie franchise. He is a construction worker who is chosen to find the Piece of Resistance and save the Lego worlds as 'The Special', stopping the evil Lord Business. In the second film, he maintains his cheerful livelihood and uses his Master Builder skills to rescue his friends after they are captured.
- full_name
- Emmet Joseph Brickowski
- voiced_by
- Chris Pratt (primary), A.J. LoCascio, Orion Acaba, J.P. Karliak
- occupation
- Construction worker, Master Builder
- first_appearance
- The Lego Movie
- known_for
- Being 'The Special', finding the Piece of Resistance, building a spaceship from scratch
Lore & Background
It is later revealed that Rex is actually Emmet from the future who became bitter after being abandoned and traveled back in time to convert Emmet into himself and cause 'Armamageddon'. Rex sends Emmet under a dryer to complete his transformation, but Emmet resists with the help of Lucy and others. Rex fades from existence after being defeated and making peace with his former enemies. Emmet and Lucy reunite to create their new home of 'Systar' (or 'Systar System').
Reader's Guide
Emmet Brickowski is significant as the central protagonist of The Lego Movie franchise, embodying themes of creativity, resilience, and the power of ordinary individuals to become heroes. His journey from a simple construction worker to 'The Special' highlights the importance of believing in oneself and working together. In the sequel, his unwavering optimism contrasts with the despair of others, and his confrontation with his alternate self Rex explores ideas of identity and choice. Emmet's character has appeared across multiple media, including films, video games, and shorts, voiced by several actors. His legacy lies in representing the core message of the franchise: that anyone can be extraordinary.
Did You Know?
- Emmet is voiced by Chris Pratt in The Lego Movie and The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part, and by A.J. LoCascio in The Lego Movie: 4D – A New Adventure.
- In the second film, Emmet builds a spaceship from scratch using the 'Rexcelsior' parts.
- Emmet's future self is named Rex Dangervest, who becomes a 'Master Breaker'.
- At the end of the second film, Emmet and Lucy create a new home called 'Systar' (or 'Systar System').
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Emmet Brickowski?
Emmet Brickowski is the central protagonist of The Lego Movie franchise, first appearing in the 2014 film. He is a cheerful, ordinary construction worker who gets unexpectedly selected as 'The Special' to rescue the Lego worlds from Lord Business.
What are Emmet Brickowski's powers and role?
Emmet is not a traditional superhero; his strength lies in his Master Builder skills and his ability to think creatively with Lego pieces. His primary mission in the first film is to locate the Piece of Resistance, a powerful weapon needed to stop Lord Business's plan to glue the universe together.
How does Emmet Brickowski's story end in the first film?
After initially failing and losing hope, Emmet ultimately builds a spaceship entirely from scratch and uses the Piece of Resistance to defeat Lord Business. He is celebrated as the hero who saved the Lego worlds, though he remains humble and true to his construction-worker identity.
What does Emmet Brickowski do in The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part?
In the sequel, Emmet keeps up his upbeat, everyday life while his friends are captured by the evil Wyldstyle. He then applies his Master Builder expertise to outwit the villains and rescue his crew, proving that creativity and optimism are his greatest tools.
Who voices Emmet Brickowski?
Chris Pratt provides the primary voice for Emmet across the main theatrical films. Other actors, including A.J. LoCascio, Orion Acaba, and J.P. Karliak, have voiced the character in spin-off projects and alternate-language dubs.
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