The eagerly anticipated The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim has made its debut on Rotten Tomatoes, revealing a score of 63% based on 27 critic reviews. This rating falls short compared to the celebrated scores of the original trilogy, directed by Peter Jackson. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, this anime film is set 183 years before the events of Jackson’s adaptations, exploring the legendary origins of Helm’s Deep amidst the conflict between the Rohirrim and the Dunlendings. With its release set against a backdrop of nostalgia, The War of the Rohirrim arrives a full decade after the last installment in the live-action Hobbit series.
As anticipation builds for its theatrical release on December 13, fans await further ratings including the audience score. Historically, the original trilogy and its Hobbit prequels have set high benchmarks for fantasy filmmaking, making this entry into Middle-earth pivotal for the franchise.
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Lord Of The Rings Franchise Rotten Tomatoes Scores |
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Title |
Critics’ Score |
Audience Score |
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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) |
92% |
95% |
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The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) |
95% |
95% |
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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) |
94% |
86% |
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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) |
64% |
83% |
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The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013) |
74% |
85% |
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The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014) |
59% |
74% |
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The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim (2024) |
63% |
TBD |
Implications of The War Of The Rohirrim’s Rotten Tomatoes Score
Does the Critics’ Score Indicate Future Box Office Struggles?
Following the successful run of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power> on Prime Video, expectations for new films in the franchise have soared. With a mid-60s Rotten Tomatoes score, prospects may appear gloomy for The War of the Rohirrim. The original trilogy, renowned for its cinematic mastery, casts a long shadow over this new offering, and early reviews do not indicate that it will attain similar acclaim.
However, box office potential still exists despite the lukewarm reception. Notably, Jackson’s Hobbit trilogy, often criticized for its relative weakness compared to the original series, enjoyed commercial success. The distinct factor for The War of the Rohirrim lies in its anime format, raising questions about audience interest in animated adaptations of Tolkien’s works, even within the established setting of Jackson’s Middle-earth.
Reflections on The War Of The Rohirrim’s Underwhelming Rotten Tomatoes Premiere
Peter Jackson’s Trilogy Remains the Pinnacle of Adaptation
The future trajectory of the franchise appears uncertain as both the Hobbit trilogy and The War of the Rohirrim signal potential challenges. An upcoming live-action project, The Hunt for Gollum, is already in the works, hinting at further explorations within the Tolkien universe. Yet, over two decades since the initial release of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, replicating the magic and quality of those original films remains a daunting challenge.
While the critics may be less than enthusiastic, it is important to remember that audience perceptions often differ. Historical data shows that audience ratings for the Hobbit films outranked critics’ scores. As we await the official release, the box office performance of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim will be keenly observed, amidst speculation that Jackson’s trilogy may continue to reign supreme against the backdrop of new adaptations.
Source: Rotten Tomatoes
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