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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King is the final installment of the trilogy directed by Peter Jackson, based on J.R.R. Tolkien's novel. The film follows Frodo and Sam as they journey to Mount Doom to destroy the One Ring, while Gollum's treachery complicates their mission. Meanwhile, the rest of the fellowship, including Gandalf, Aragorn, and Legolas, unite to confront Sauron and his forces from Mordor.
Filmed entirely in New Zealand, the movie premiered on December 1, 2003, and was released in the United States on December 17, 2003. It received critical acclaim for its visual effects, performances, and direction, grossing $1.1 billion worldwide. The film won 11 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, making it a significant entry in both the fantasy genre and film history.
Why Watch
- •See Elijah Wood as Frodo in a gripping finale
- •Find out how Gollum's betrayal unfolds
- •Watch the epic battles against Sauron's forces
Did You Know
•The film won 11 Academy Awards at the 76th Academy Awards in 2004.
•It grossed $1.1 billion, becoming the highest-grossing film of 2003.
•The film premiered on December 1, 2003, in Wellington, New Zealand.
Perfect For
Fantasy film fansJ.R.R. Tolkien enthusiastsEpic battle scenes