Twenty years after the original trilogy concluded, the Lord of the Rings franchise re-emerged with a spectacular, half-billion-dollar television season and the promise of new films. The original trilogy remains a cinematic masterpiece, continuing to captivate audiences with its exceptional filmmaking.
This guide details where to stream or purchase all Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films in 2025:
Streaming Options:
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Max: Streams all six main films (Lord of the Rings trilogy and Hobbit trilogy). Note that The Rings of Power TV series is exclusively on Amazon.
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Amazon Prime Video: Offers rental and purchase options for all films.
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YouTube: Also provides rental and purchase options for all films. The War of the Rohirrim is available digitally here.
Individual Film Availability:
The following table summarizes where to find each film:
| Film Title | Stream | Rent/Buy |
|---|---|---|
| The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring | Max | Amazon/YouTube |
| The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers | Max | Amazon/YouTube |
| The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King | Max | Amazon/YouTube |
| The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey | Max | Amazon/YouTube |
| The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug | Max | Amazon/YouTube |
| The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies | Max | Amazon/YouTube |
| The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power | Amazon | |
| The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim | Amazon/YouTube |
Blu-ray Options:
Several Blu-ray sets are available, including extended and theatrical editions, and combinations of the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies. Check Amazon for current options.
Viewing Order: Consult our guides for optimal viewing order (chronological or release date).
Future Films: Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema are developing multiple new Lord of the Rings films, following the release of The War of the Rohirrim in late 2024. The Hunt for Gollum is anticipated for release in 2026.
