What is the best The Lord of the Rings movie?
Which Tolkien adaptation is the greatest film in Middle-earth's history? From Peter Jackson's Oscar-sweeping Return of the King to the beloved animated classics, rank every journey into the world of hobbits, elves, and dark lords.
The Return of the King
Peter Jackson's 2003 Oscar-sweeping finale, winning all 11 Academy Awards it was nominated for including Best Picture.
The Fellowship of the Ring
The 2001 epic that launched the trilogy, introducing viewers to Middle-earth through Frodo's first steps toward Mount Doom.
The Two Towers
The 2002 middle chapter featuring the Battle of Helm's Deep, widely considered one of the greatest battle sequences ever filmed.
The Desolation of Smaug
The 2013 Hobbit sequel featuring Benedict Cumberbatch's terrifying voice work as the dragon Smaug and the Mirkwood adventure.
An Unexpected Journey
The 2012 Hobbit opening chapter that recaptures the spirit of Tolkien's lighter tale and sets Bilbo Baggins on his grand adventure.
The Battle of the Five Armies
The 2014 Hobbit finale centering on the climactic war for the Lonely Mountain and the tragic resolution of Thorin's gold sickness.
The Lord of the Rings (1978)
Ralph Bakshi's groundbreaking 1978 animated adaptation covering the first half of the saga, using innovative rotoscoping techniques.
The Hobbit (1977)
The beloved Rankin/Bass 1977 animated TV movie that introduced a generation of children to Tolkien's world through hand-drawn animation.
The Return of the King (1980)
The 1980 Rankin/Bass animated TV sequel completing the story with memorable musical numbers including 'Where There's a Whip, There's a Way.'
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