Twenty years after the original trilogy concluded, the Lord of the Rings franchise re-emerged with a spectacular, half-billion-dollar television season and the promise of new films. The original trilogy remains a cinematic triumph, 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.

Where to Stream The Lord of the Rings Online

Max Streaming Service: All six films (the original trilogy and the Hobbit trilogy) are available on Max. Subscription plans start at $9.99. The "Rings of Power" series streams exclusively on Amazon, as does the animated film, "The War of the Rohirrim," which is available digitally. Alternatively, all films can be rented or purchased via Amazon or YouTube.

Viewing Options by Film (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 Sets:

Various Blu-ray sets, including theatrical and extended editions, and combinations of the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies, are available on Amazon.

Optimal Viewing Order:

Consult our guide for the best viewing order—by release date or chronological narrative—or explore the source material with our Lord of the Rings book guide.

Upcoming Lord of the Rings Films:

Beyond "Rings of Power" Season 3, Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema are developing "multiple" new Lord of the Rings films in collaboration with Embracer Group. "The War of the Rohirrim" premiered in late 2024, and "The Hunt for Gollum" is anticipated for a 2026 release. A new game, "Tales of the Shire," is also slated for a March release.