Twenty years after the iconic original film trilogy, The Lord of the Rings has made a triumphant return to the cultural spotlight with a visually stunning, half-billion-dollar television season and the exciting promise of new cinematic adventures. This beloved and critically acclaimed trilogy, thanks to the meticulous craftsmanship of its filmmakers, continues to captivate and awe audiences decades later.
For fans eager to immerse themselves in the epic world of Middle-earth once more, we've put together a comprehensive guide on where to watch all The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies online right now.
Where to Stream The Lord of the Rings Online
Max Streaming Service
Plans start at $9.99. See it at Max.
All three of the original Lord of the Rings movies are available to stream on Max. Additionally, Max offers all three The Hobbit movies. If you're interested in the TV show, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, you can only stream it on Amazon, which is also where you'll find the upcoming movie, The War of the Rohirrim, available digitally. Any of the Lord of the Rings films can also be rented or purchased from Prime Video or YouTube.
Here's our full 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
For those looking to add a Lord of the Rings Blu-ray set to their collection, consider purchasing the extended edition trilogies separately or opting for the standard collection of all six movies. Below are some of the best options available:
Theatrical & Extended Editions in 4K Ultra HD
Lord Of The Rings Trilogy: One Ring 4K Box Set
See it at Amazon.
Extended Edition
The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy
See it at Amazon.
Includes Print Art
The Lord Of the Rings Trilogy & The Hobbit Trilogy
See it at Amazon.
Extended Edition
The Hobbit: The Motion Picture Trilogy
See it at Amazon.
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 want to ensure you're viewing them in the most suitable order, 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 for a literary journey.
The Lord of the Rings Movies in (Chronological) Order
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. These projects stem from a deal with Embracer Group, which acquired Middle-earth Enterprises (along with the film and game rights to Lord of the Rings 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 Hollywood, fans can look forward to a new cozy game, Tales of the Shire, set to launch in March.
