Nearly 25 years have passed since fans of Tolkien’s works saw Middle-Earth on the big screen. However, this winter, we can return to the world of Elves, warriors and wizards with The War of the Rohirrim – the first animation set in the Lord of the Rings universe.
The film is set almost 200 years before Frodo’s quest. Rohan is ruled by King Helm Hammerhand. He is conflicted with the Dunlendings, led by Wulf, seeking revenge for his father’s death. However, contrary to the hopes of Tolkien’s fans, the film isn’t entirely focused on the famous ruler but on his daughter, Héra. Tomboy-ish and rebellious, she sets out on a mission that may determine the fate of Rohan.
The cinema is the best place to follow the tale of the brave Riders of Rohan, but if you’re curious about when the film will appear on streaming services, VOD and DVD, keep reading our guide.
You can also read our review of The War of the Rohirrim here .
How to watch The War of the Rohirrim now
The animation is still available in cinemas in the US and UK.
In the States, you can book tickets on AMC Theatres or Fandango websites.
In the United Kingdom, tickets are available on Vue or Odeon .
Here’s the trailer for the film:
When could The War of the Rohirrim be released on VOD?
The story of Helm Hammerhand is now available for purchase and rental in the US and UK.
In the States, the film hit digital very quickly, on 27 December 2024, just two weeks after opening in cinemas. The movie is available on platforms such as Prime Video US .
When could The War of the Rohirrim be released on DVD/Blu-ray?
Currently, it’s unknown when the film will be available on DVD and Blu-ray in the US.
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When could The War of the Rohirrim be released on streaming services?
With a few exceptions, Warner Bros. films generally hit streaming platforms quite fast. Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga took 3 days to drop on Max, Dune: Part Two took a week, Wonka took 10 days, and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice took 17 days.
When physical copies of The War of the Rohirrim are released, the film shouldn’t take long to debut on streaming. The animation may hit Max in the US and Sky/Now in the UK in March 2025.
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Author: Weronika de Oliveira, Entertainment Writer, Tech Advisor
Weronika is an Entertainment Writer at Tech Advisor, where she covers topics related to TV shows, streaming, and movies. With an MA degree in Film Studies, her areas of expertise range from classical and postmodern cinema to contemporary films, series, and pop culture.
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