"Lord of the Rings Movies: Online Viewing Guide for 2025"

Two decades after the iconic original film trilogy, The Lord of the Rings has made a triumphant return to the cultural forefront with a stunning, half-billion-dollar television season and the exciting prospect of new movies on the horizon. This beloved and critically acclaimed trilogy, thanks to the meticulous craftsmanship of its filmmakers, continues to captivate and inspire audiences even after 20 years. Whether you're a first-time viewer or a long-time fan looking to revisit Middle-earth, we've put together a comprehensive guide on where to watch all of the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies online right now.

Where to Stream The Lord of the Rings Online

Max Streaming Service

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All three of the original Lord of the Rings movies are available to stream on Max. Additionally, Max is the home for all three Hobbit movies. The TV show, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, can only be streamed on Amazon, which is also where you'll find the newest Lord of the Rings movie, The War of the Rohirrim, available for digital purchase. Any of the Lord of the Rings films can also 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)

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

If you're interested in adding a Lord of the Rings Blu-ray set to your collection, you have several excellent options. You can purchase the extended edition trilogies separately or opt for the standard collection of all six movies. Here are some of the best 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
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 a straightforward experience. However, if you want to ensure you're watching them in the best order for your preferences, whether by release date or narrative chronology, be sure to check out our Lord of the Rings movies in order explainer or explore our guide to the Lord of the Rings books if you'd prefer to start 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 working on "multiple" new Lord of the Rings movies. This collaboration follows Embracer Group's acquisition of Middle-earth Enterprises, which includes the film and game rights to LotR and The Hobbit, in 2022. The first movie from this partnership, 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 release in March.