The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey movie poster

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

2012 · 2h 49m · Released

PG-13 Adventure, Fantasy, Action

Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit enjoying his quiet life, is swept into an epic quest by Gandalf the Grey and thirteen dwarves who seek to reclaim their mountain home from Smaug, the dragon.

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Top Cast & Crew

Peter Jackson Director
Martin Freeman Bilbo Baggins
Ian McKellen Gandalf the Grey
Richard Armitage Thorin Oakenshield
James Nesbitt Bofur
Ken Stott Balin
Sylvester McCoy Radagast the Brown
Barry Humphries The Great Goblin
Dean O'Gorman Fili
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Where can I watch The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, and HBO Max in the US. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

What is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey about?

Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit enjoying his quiet life, is swept into an epic quest by Gandalf the Grey and thirteen dwarves who seek to reclaim their mountain home from Smaug, the dragon.

Who stars in The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey stars Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, Richard Armitage, James Nesbitt, and Ken Stott.

When did The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey come out?

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey was released in 2012.

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