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All Lord of the Rings movies ranked from worst to best

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Nazarii Verbitskiy

TV Shows & Movies - September 23rd 2024, 17:30 GMT+2

6. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

An Unexpected Journey has a lighter tone compared to previous movies which felt like an epic saga of immense scale. It lays the ground for grander movies to come and introduces new elements to bring the world to broader audiences. | © Warner Bros. Entertainment

5. The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies

It's hard to shake the feeling that The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies is incomplete without its extended edition. Much of the film suffers from underdeveloped characters and storylines, and key features are reduced to mere cameos. | © Warner Bros. Entertainment

4. The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

The Desolation of Smaug is a movie that proves Peter Jackson’s creativity in bringing Middle-earth to life. While some fans criticize its deviations from the original text, the visual artistry alone makes the film a marvel. It shifts the focus to action and adventures which are more engaging compared to predecessors. | © Warner Bros. Entertainment

3. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

The Two Towers as the second installment proves that the success of the first movie was no fluke. The movie not only delivers epic battles and stunning visuals but also attention to character-driven moments that make this film feel so personal. It’s a must-see, but best experienced after The Fellowship of the Ring. | © Warner Bros. Entertainment

2. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

The Fellowship of the Ring manages to stay engaging every single minute during its three-hour runtime. The performances are nothing short of flawless, and special effects set a new standard for visual storytelling. Every element of this movie is precise and careful. | © Warner Bros. Entertainment

1. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

The Return of the King is the grand conclusion to Peter Jackson’s adaptation of Tolkien’s legendary saga. Clocking in at nearly four hours, this movie masterfully combines drama and action, balancing them with emotional payoffs. The film excels not only in its epic battles but also in its emotional, character-driven moments.

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The Lord of the Rings is one of the few film trilogies that profoundly captured the attention of movie fans. Moreover, it continues to inspire new generations of fans by exploring themes of friendship, the struggle between good and evil, and courage. However, not all entries in the universe are equal. Let's get started and discover the ranking of all Lord of the Rings movies from worst to best.

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The Lord of the Rings is one of the few film trilogies that profoundly captured the attention of movie fans. Moreover, it continues to inspire new generations of fans by exploring themes of friendship, the struggle between good and evil, and courage. However, not all entries in the universe are equal. Let's get started and discover the ranking of all Lord of the Rings movies from worst to best.