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 beloved cinematic achievement, its enduring appeal a testament to the filmmakers' skill.

This guide details where to stream or purchase the 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. Plans start at $9.99. The "Rings of Power" series streams exclusively on Amazon, alongside "The War of the Rohirrim," which is available digitally. Alternatively, you can rent or buy any film from Amazon or YouTube.

Streaming and Purchase Options (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:

Several Blu-ray options exist, including individual extended edition trilogies or complete six-film sets. See Amazon for current offerings. Examples include:

• The Lord of the Rings Trilogy: One Ring 4K Box Set (Amazon)
• The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy (Amazon)
• The Lord Of the Rings Trilogy & The Hobbit Trilogy (Amazon)
• The Hobbit: The Motion Picture Trilogy (Amazon)

Optimal Viewing Order:

While straightforward, viewers can choose to watch the films by release date or chronological order. Consult our guides for details on both options, or explore the book series.

Upcoming Lord of the Rings Films:

Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema are developing "multiple" new Lord of the Rings films, following a deal with Embracer Group. "The War of the Rohirrim" premiered 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.