Twenty years after the original trilogy captivated audiences, The Lord of the Rings has triumphantly returned to the forefront of popular culture, with a stunning, half-billion-dollar television season and the exciting promise of new films on the horizon. The original trilogy remains a cinematic masterpiece, a testament to exceptional filmmaking that continues to inspire awe and entertain viewers two decades later.
For those eager to revisit Middle-earth or experience it for the first time, this guide outlines where to stream or purchase all the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films.
Where to Stream The Lord of the Rings Online
Max Streaming Service
Plans start at $9.99. See it at Max. All three original Lord of the Rings films are available to stream on Max, along with all three Hobbit movies. The Rings of Power TV series is exclusively on Amazon, as is the latest animated film, The War of the Rohirrim (available digitally). Alternatively, all films can be rented or purchased from Prime Video or YouTube.
Here's a complete breakdown of how to watch the Lord of the Rings movies online in 2025:
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
Stream: Max
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
Looking to expand your physical media collection? Consider purchasing either the extended edition trilogies separately or a complete collection of all six films. Below are some options currently available:
Lord of the Rings Trilogy: One Ring 4K Box Set
See it at Amazon
The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy (Extended Edition)
See it at Amazon
The Lord of the Rings Trilogy & The Hobbit Trilogy
See it at Amazon
The Hobbit: The Motion Picture Trilogy (Extended Edition)
See it at Amazon
What's the Best Order to Watch the Lord of the Rings Movies?
While watching the films in release order is straightforward, consider exploring our guide on viewing them chronologically or reading the books first for a different experience.
The Lord of the Rings Movies in Chronological Order
When Are New Lord of the Rings Movies Coming Out?
Beyond The Rings of Power Season 3, multiple new Lord of the Rings films are in development at Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema, in collaboration with Embracer Group. The War of the Rohirrim premiered in late 2024, and The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum is anticipated for a 2026 release. Additionally, the video game Tales of the Shire is slated for a March release.
