LEGO to Feature ‘Angry Birds’

LEGO Angry Birds construction sets will hit stores in spring 2016 to coincide with the release of

The Angry Birds Movie

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 “We are excited to bring 'Angry Birds' to life in LEGO form, given the popularity of the game and its characters with fans of all ages, which will only be amplified by the forthcoming film,” says Jill Wilfert, vice president, licensing and entertainment, The LEGO Group. “We seek partnership with globally relevant properties that offer a unique and rewarding play experience to our fans, and our designers are having fun developing building sets that leverage the engaging play and deconstruction found in the Angry Birds game.”

“The LEGO brand has an unparalleled ability to connect with people through products that spark creativity and imagination," says Pekka Rantala, chief executive officer, Rovio. “We’re really