The Lord of the Rings
Young Hobbit Frodo Baggins is thrown into an amazing adventure when he's tasked with destroying the One Ring, created by the dark lord Sauron. Frodo must travel in a small fellowship of nine warriors and accomplices. But it won't be an easy journey for the Fellowship of the Ring, on the ultimate quest to rid Middle-earth of evil.
Where to stream The Lord of the Rings
Streaming now in the United States on Artiflix.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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The Lord of the Rings (animated 1978)
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Frequently asked questions about The Lord of the Rings
Where can I watch The Lord of the Rings in the United States?
The Lord of the Rings is available to stream on Artiflix in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Lord of the Rings for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Lord of the Rings needs a subscription to Artiflix, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
What are the ratings for The Lord of the Rings?
The Lord of the Rings scores 6.6 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Lord of the Rings?
The Lord of the Rings stars Christopher Guard, William Squire, Michael Scholes, John Hurt, and Simon Chandler. Ralph Bakshi is the director.
How long is The Lord of the Rings?
The Lord of the Rings runs 2h 12m (132 minutes).
When did The Lord of the Rings come out?
The Lord of the Rings was released on November 15, 1978.
Which studio made The Lord of the Rings?
The Lord of the Rings was produced by Fantasy Films, Bakshi Productions, and Saul Zaentz Film Productions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Spain.
What was the budget for The Lord of the Rings?
The Lord of the Rings was made on a budget of $4,000,000.
How much did The Lord of the Rings make at the box office?
The Lord of the Rings grossed $30,477,175 worldwide, against a budget of $4,000,000.
Ratings and metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked October 2026.