<P> Based on the Lego Ninjago toy line, it is an international co-production of the United States and Denmark, the first theatrical film to be based on an original Lego property, and the third installment of The Lego Movie franchise . It was released in the United States on September 22, 2017, in 3D, 2D, Dolby Cinema and IMAX 3D by Warner Bros. Pictures . It received mixed reviews from critics and has grossed $119 million worldwide, against its $70 million budget . </P> <P> A young boy ventures into an old relic shop, where he meets the mysterious owner, Mr. Liu, who begins to tell the boy the legend of Ninjago . </P> <P> Ninjago is a city in the Lego Universe that is frequently attacked by the evil Lord Garmadon, who is the father of Lloyd Garmadon and husband of Koko . Ninjago despises Lloyd for being Lord Garmadon's son, which puts Lloyd under emotional stress . They do not know that Lloyd is part of the secret ninja force, consisting of Nya, Zane, Jay, Cole, Kai and their master named Master Wu who always stop Garmadon from taking over the city . On Lloyd's birthday, Garmadon attacks the city once again only to be defeated . He escapes and fires the Shark Army for failing to help him . He then begins to plan a big attack to conquer Ninjago, and decides to build a gigantic mech that is immune to weapons . </P> <P> Meanwhile, Lloyd and his friends see the return of Master Wu, back from his long trip . Master Wu tells them they aren't real ninjas if they use only mechs and machines . He discusses with Lloyd that his element is green, confusing Lloyd . Master Wu tells Lloyd he must not be angry at Garmadon; he must use his mind to fight . Wu mentions an Ultimate Weapon, giving Lloyd the hope of defeating Garmadon once and for all, despite being forbidden to use the weapon . </P>

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