Where to Watch Every Lord of the Rings Movie Online in 2025

Twenty years after the original trilogy concluded, the Lord of the Rings saga re-emerged with a spectacular, half-billion-dollar television season and the promise of new films. The original trilogy remains a cinematic masterpiece, captivating audiences even two decades later.

This guide details where to stream or purchase all Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films in 2025.

Streaming Options for The Lord of the Rings:

Max Streaming Service: All three original Lord of the Rings films and the Hobbit trilogy are available on Max (subscription required). The Rings of Power TV series is exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, as is the latest animated film, The War of the Rohirrim (available for rental or purchase). Alternatively, all films can be rented or purchased through Amazon Prime Video or YouTube.

Individual Film Availability (2025):

• The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001): Stream: Max; Rent/Buy: Amazon or YouTube
• The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002): Stream: Max; Rent/Buy: Amazon or YouTube
• The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003): Stream: Max; Rent/Buy: Amazon or YouTube
• The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012): Stream: Max; Rent/Buy: Amazon or YouTube
• The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013): Stream: Max; Rent/Buy: Amazon or YouTube
• The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014): Stream: Max; Rent/Buy: Amazon or YouTube
• The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (2022-): Stream: Amazon Prime Video
• The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim (2024): Rent/Buy: Amazon Prime Video

Lord of the Rings Blu-ray Sets:

Numerous Blu-ray sets are available, including extended and theatrical editions, and collections encompassing both trilogies. Check Amazon for current options.

Viewing Order:

Consult our guide for optimal viewing order (chronological or release date). A guide to the books is also available for those preferring to start there.

Upcoming Lord of the Rings Films:

Warner Bros., New Line Cinema, and Embracer Group are developing multiple new Lord of the Rings films. The War of the Rohirrim was released in late 2024, and The Hunt for Gollum is anticipated for 2026. A new game, Tales of the Shire, is also slated for release in March.