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 captivated audiences once more with a stunning, half-billion-dollar television season and the promise of new films. The original trilogy remains a cinematic masterpiece, its enduring appeal a testament to the filmmakers's skill.

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: Max offers all three original Lord of the Rings films and the entire Hobbit trilogy. The Rings of Power TV series is exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, along with the latest animated film, The War of the Rohirrim (available digitally). Alternatively, all films can be rented or purchased from 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
• The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim (2024): Rent/Buy: Amazon

Lord of the Rings Blu-ray Collections:

Consider adding a Blu-ray set to your collection! Options include extended edition trilogies, or complete 6-film sets. Several options are available on Amazon.

Viewing Order:

While straightforward, consider viewing in chronological or release order. Consult our guides for detailed explanations.

Upcoming Lord of the Rings Films:

Multiple new Lord of the Rings films are in development at Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema, following a deal with Embracer Group. The War of the Rohirrim premiered in late 2024, with The Hunt for Gollum potentially releasing in 2026. A new game, Tales of the Shire, is also slated for a March release.