"Watch All Lord of the Rings Movies Online in 2025: Where and How"

Two decades after the iconic original film trilogy concluded, The Lord of the Rings has made a triumphant return to the cultural spotlight with a stunning, half-billion-dollar television season and the exciting promise of new cinematic adventures on the horizon. Revered as one of Hollywood's most cherished and acclaimed trilogies, the masterful filmmaking behind these movies continues to captivate and inspire audiences even after 20 years. Whether you're eager to embark on this epic journey for the first time or relive the magic once more, our comprehensive guide will show you where you can stream all of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films online right now.

Where to Stream The Lord of the Rings Online

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All three original Lord of the Rings movies are available to stream on Max. This platform also hosts all three Hobbit movies. However, the TV series, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, is exclusively available on Amazon, which is also where you can find the upcoming movie, The War of the Rohirrim, for digital purchase. Additionally, any of the Lord of the Rings films can be rented or bought 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 collectors looking to own a piece of Middle-earth, you can add a Lord of the Rings Blu-ray set to your collection. You have the option to purchase the extended edition trilogies individually or opt for the standard collection that includes 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

Extended Edition

The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy

Includes Print Art

The Lord Of the Rings Trilogy & The Hobbit Trilogy

Extended Edition

The Hobbit: The Motion Picture Trilogy

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're looking to optimize your viewing experience, whether by release date or narrative chronology, check out our detailed guide on the best order to watch the Lord of the Rings movies or our guide to the Lord of the Rings books if you prefer to start there.

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. This follows their deal with Embracer Group, which acquired Middle-earth Enterprises (including the film and game rights to LotR 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 is The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, slated for a 2026 release. Beyond cinema, fans can look forward to a new cozy game, Tales of the Shire, set to launch in March.