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Animated Lord of the Rings Returns for a Limited Time

by Amelia Feb 20,2025

The Peter Jackson Lord of the Rings films are undeniably iconic, but they weren't the first cinematic adaptations of Tolkien's masterpiece. The earliest on-screen version was the 1977 animated Hobbit, followed a year later by the animated Lord of the Rings.

Regardless of your prior viewing history, this 1978 animated classic is currently available at an incredibly low price. Amazon is offering the remastered deluxe edition of the Lord of the Rings (1978) animated movie for just $5!

Today's Best Lord of the Rings Movie Deal

Remastered Deluxe Edition### The Lord of the Rings: 1978 Animated Movie

4$14.97 save 67%$5.00 at AmazonThis 1978 adaptation uniquely blends traditional cel animation with rotoscoped live-action footage. This unusual approach even resulted in an unscripted moment—Aragorn tripping—which was incorporated into the final animation. These charming imperfections add to the film's unique appeal.

The $5 price tag is a fantastic deal for a remastered DVD. It's a worthwhile addition to any Lord of the Rings collection, even if you're not planning an immediate viewing. For more similar deals, check out Amazon's larger Presidents' Day sale.

Are you excited for more Lord of the Rings movies and shows?

AnswerSee ResultsStreaming Options for the 1978 Lord of the Rings

If the $5 price point is still too high, you can stream the film on Max. Conveniently, Max also hosts the other Lord of the Rings films and the animated Hobbit.

### Max Streaming Service

63Plans start at $9.99.See it at Max