Twenty years after the original trilogy captivated audiences, The Lord of the Rings has returned to the forefront with a stunning, half-billion-dollar television season and the exciting promise of new films. The original trilogy remains a cinematic masterpiece, its enduring appeal a testament to the filmmakers' exceptional artistry. The films continue to inspire awe and entertain audiences two decades later.

For those eager to revisit Middle-earth or experience it for the first time, we've compiled this guide detailing where to stream or purchase all the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films in 2025.

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 movies are available to stream on Max, along with all three Hobbit films. The Rings of Power TV series is exclusively on Amazon, as is the latest animated film, The War of the Rohirrim (available digitally). You can also rent or buy any of the Lord of the Rings films 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

Want to add a Lord of the Rings Blu-ray set to your collection? Consider purchasing the extended edition trilogies separately or a standard collection of all six films. Below are some options:

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?

While watching the Lord of the Rings films is relatively straightforward, consider our viewing order explainer for optimal viewing, whether by release date or narrative chronology. Alternatively, explore our guide to the Lord of the Rings books for a different perspective.

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 developing "multiple" new Lord of the Rings films in collaboration with Embracer Group, which acquired Middle-earth Enterprises in 2022. The War of the Rohirrim premiered in late 2024. The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum is anticipated for release in 2026. Beyond Hollywood, a new game, Tales of the Shire, is slated for release in March.