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, captivating audiences even two decades later.

This guide details where to stream or purchase all Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies online in 2025.

Where to Stream The Lord of the Rings Online

Max Streaming Service:

Subscription plans start at $9.99. All six films (the original trilogy and The Hobbit trilogy) are available on Max. The "Rings of Power" series streams exclusively on Amazon, as does the animated film, "The War of the Rohirrim." Individual films can also be rented or purchased via Prime Video and YouTube.

Streaming and Purchase Options (2025):

• The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001): Stream: Max; Rent/Buy: Amazon, YouTube
• The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002): Stream: Max; Rent/Buy: Amazon, YouTube
• The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003): Stream: Max; Rent/Buy: Amazon, YouTube
• The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012): Stream: Max; Rent/Buy: Amazon, YouTube
• The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013): Stream: Max; Rent/Buy: Amazon, YouTube
• The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014): Stream: Max; Rent/Buy: Amazon, 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:

Consider adding a Blu-ray set to your collection. Options include extended edition trilogies, or complete six-film sets.

Viewing Order:

While straightforward, consider viewing order by release date or chronological narrative. Consult our guides for optimal viewing suggestions.

Upcoming Lord of the Rings Films:

Beyond "Rings of Power" Season 3, multiple 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" potentially releasing in 2026. A new game, "Tales of the Shire," is also slated for a March release.