Two decades after the iconic original film trilogy, The Lord of the Rings has made a triumphant return with a stunning, half-billion-dollar television season and the exciting prospect of new movies. Renowned for its meticulous filmmaking and enduring appeal, this legendary series continues to captivate and inspire audiences around the world. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer eager to explore Middle-earth, we've put together a comprehensive guide on where to watch the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies online.
Where to Stream The Lord of the Rings Online
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All three original Lord of the Rings movies are available to stream on Max. You can also find all three Hobbit movies there. Note that the TV series, The Rings of Power, is exclusively available on Amazon, as is the upcoming movie, The War of the Rohirrim, which will be available digitally. Additionally, any of the Lord of the Rings films can be rented or purchased from Prime Video or YouTube.
Here's our detailed guide on how to watch the Lord of the Rings movies online in 2025:
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
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Rent/Buy: Amazon or YouTube
IGN's Review
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Amazon or YouTube
IGN's Review
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Amazon or YouTube
IGN's Review
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Amazon or YouTube
IGN's Review
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Amazon or YouTube
IGN's Review
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Amazon or YouTube
IGN's Review
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (2022-)
Stream: Amazon
IGN's Season 1 Review
IGN's Season 2 Review
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim (2024)
Rent/Buy: Amazon
IGN's Review
Lord of The Rings Blu-Ray Sets
If you're looking to add a Lord of the Rings Blu-ray set to your collection, consider either purchasing the extended edition trilogies separately or opting for the standard collection of all six movies. Here are some top options currently available:
Theatrical & Extended Editions in 4K Ultra HD
Lord Of The Rings Trilogy: One Ring 4K Box Set
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Extended Edition
The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy
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Includes Print Art
The Lord Of the Rings Trilogy & The Hobbit Trilogy
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Extended Edition
The Hobbit: The Motion Picture Trilogy
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What's the Best Order to Watch the Lord of the Rings Movies?
Watching the Lord of the Rings movies is straightforward, but if you're looking to watch them in the best order for your experience, whether by release date or narrative chronology, check out our detailed guide on the Lord of the Rings movies in order or explore our guide to the Lord of the Rings books to start your journey there.
The Lord of the Rings Movies in (Chronological) Order
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When Are New Lord of the Rings Movies Coming Out?
Alongside The Rings of Power Season 3, Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema are developing multiple new Lord of the Rings movies. This initiative follows their deal with Embracer Group, which acquired Middle-earth Enterprises (including the film and game rights to LotR and The Hobbit) in 2022. The first movie from this collaboration, The War of the Rohirrim, was released in late 2024. The next anticipated film, The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, is slated for a 2026 release. Beyond the silver screen, fans can look forward to a new cozy game, Tales of the Shire, set to launch in March.
