Lord of the Rings Streaming Guide for 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, continuing to captivate audiences with its exceptional artistry and storytelling.

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

Streaming Options for The Lord of the Rings:

Max Streaming Service: All six films (the original trilogy and the Hobbit trilogy) are available on Max. Subscription plans start at $9.99.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power TV series is exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, as is the animated film, The War of the Rohirrim. Individual films can also be rented or purchased via Amazon Prime Video or YouTube.

Here's a detailed breakdown:

• 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:

Several Blu-ray sets are available, offering various combinations of theatrical and extended editions, including 4K Ultra HD options. These can be found on major online retailers like Amazon.

Viewing Order: You can watch the films by release date or chronological order. Consult online resources for detailed viewing guides.

Future Lord of the Rings Films:

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