Top Gift Picks for Lord of the Rings Adult Fans in 2023

The Lord of the Rings has captivated audiences since the 1950s through its books, movies, and now television, fostering a fanbase that spans generations. This enduring legacy makes it an ideal starting point for finding the perfect gift in 2025. With a plethora of options available, we've curated the best Lord of the Rings gifts tailored to various interests, from essential book and movie collections to diverse collectibles.

Gifts for Fans of the Books

Our Top Pick: The Lord of the Rings Illustrated

Our top recommendation for Lord of the Rings enthusiasts is this stunning 1,248-page edition of the complete trilogy, enhanced with 30 maps and sketches by J.R.R. Tolkien himself. Boasting unique cover art and red-sprayed edges, this edition is not only a visual delight but also a treasure trove of one of the most cherished works in fantasy literature. For those seeking the ultimate experience, a deluxe illustrated edition is available at a higher price point.

The Lord of the Rings Four-Book Set

The Lord of the Rings Four-Book Pocket Set

The Hobbit Illustrated

The Atlas of Middle-earth

An Unexpected Cookbook: The Unofficial Book of Hobbit Cookery

Gifts for Fans of the Movies

Our Top Pick: The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy: One Ring Gift Box

Our top choice is a recently released collection from last December that includes the theatrical and extended cuts of all three Lord of the Rings films. Packaged in faux-leather with a high-quality replica of the One Ring, this set is engraved with the iconic Elvish text from the books and movies: "One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them, One Ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them." If this set is beyond your budget, there are numerous other Lord of the Rings collections available in 4K and Blu-ray.

The Hobbit Trilogy Blu-ray

Prime Video

This membership provides access to Prime Video, the exclusive streaming platform for the new Lord of the Rings television series, "The Rings of Power."

Gifts for Fans of LEGO

Our build of the Rivendell set!

Our Top Pick: LEGO Icons The Lord of The Rings: Rivendell

The pinnacle of Lord of the Rings LEGO sets, this majestic depiction of Rivendell includes 15 minifigures and features movable models of key locations like Frodo’s bedroom and the Council of Elrond. With 6,167 pieces, it's a substantial project that promises hours of engagement. LEGO enthusiast Kevin Wong praised it as "an epic tribute to Fellowship" in his build guide earlier this year. Other notable LEGO sets include the formidable Barad-dûr, the second large-scale set inspired by the Lord of the Rings movie trilogy.

LEGO Icons The Lord of the Rings: Barad-dûr

Editor's Note: A more budget-friendly LEGO alternative to this set can be found in our Lord of the Rings puzzle guide.

LEGO BrickHeadz Gandalf the Grey & Balrog

For those seeking a more affordable option, this 348-piece set recreates Gandalf and the Balrog, echoing their epic confrontation in The Fellowship of the Ring.

LEGO BrickHeadz Aragorn & Arwen

Alternatively, LEGO offers this 261-piece set featuring the heroic lovers Aragorn and Arwen. For more LEGO options, check out the current Black Friday deals.

Gifts for Fans of Board Games

Our Top Pick: War of the Ring

Our top pick for seasoned board gamers, War of the Ring is a sophisticated strategy game for 2-4 players that recreates the epic struggle between the Free Peoples and the Shadows for control of Middle-earth.

The Lord of the Rings Adventure Book Game

The Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth

The Lord of the Rings Monopoly

The Lord of the Rings Chess Set

Gifts for Fans of Magic the Gathering

Our Top Pick: Lord of the Rings Two-Deck Starter Kit

This starter kit is a dual gift, providing the cards and the ability to start playing immediately with two ready-to-play, 60-card decks. Priced at $20, it's an excellent value and our top choice for those wanting to dive into Magic the Gathering with a friend. Don't miss our comprehensive Magic the Gathering gift list, which also features these Lord of the Rings highlights.

Tales of Middle-earth Scene Boxes

A memorable gift for Magic the Gathering collectors, these boxes include six foil borderless cards that create scenes from The Lord of the Rings, along with a display easel and three booster packs.

Tales of Middle-Earth Riders of Rohan Commander Deck

Everything needed to start playing the Commander format is included in this product: a 100-card deck led by Aragorn and Éowyn, a two-card Collector Booster Sample pack, a life tracker, deck box, and more.

Tales of Middle-earth Set Booster Box

For the avid Magic the Gathering fan, this set booster box contains 30 Lord of the Rings-themed packs.

Gifts for Collectors

Our Top Pick: Mouth Of Sauron 1:1 Scale Art Mask

Available at the IGN Store, this highly detailed 1:1 replica of the Mouth of Sauron is a collector's dream. Standing at 26" tall, the painted sculpt of the helmet and lower face comes with an LED-lit base depicting the Mordor Gate Tower.

Green Elven Mug

For the tea or coffee lover, this officially licensed Lord of the Rings mug is inscribed with Elven text, adding a touch of Middle-earth to every sip.

Bendable Sauron Figure

This affordable 7" tall figure of the Dark Lord Sauron is detailed enough for display yet flexible enough for play, thanks to its detachable base and bendable limbs.