Twenty years after the original trilogy captivated audiences, the magic of Middle-earth returned with a stunning, half-billion-dollar television season, and the exciting promise of new films on the horizon. The Lord of the Rings trilogy remains a cinematic masterpiece, a testament to exceptional filmmaking that continues to inspire awe and entertain audiences two decades later.
For those eager to revisit or experience these epic tales, we've compiled a guide on where to stream or purchase all the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies online.
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 films are available to stream on Max, along with the entire Hobbit trilogy. The Rings of Power TV series streams exclusively on Amazon, as does the latest animated film, The War of the Rohirrim. Alternatively, all films can be rented or purchased through Amazon Prime Video or YouTube.
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
Looking to expand your Middle-earth collection? Consider these Blu-ray options: extended edition trilogies, standard collections, or complete sets featuring both trilogies.
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 straightforward, optimizing your viewing experience depends on preference. Explore our guide on watching the films in release order or chronological order, or even consider starting with the books for a deeper dive into Middle-earth.
The Lord of the Rings Movies in (Chronological) Order
