The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Review (2001) — 87% Celluloid Score
Directed by Peter Jackson · 2001 ·
Is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring worth watching?
Yes. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) earns an 87% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as दी लार्ड ऑफ दी रिंग्स: फैलोशिप ऑफ दी रिंग El señor de los anillos: La comunidad del anillo Le Seigneur des anneaux : La Communauté de l'anneau Der Herr der Ringe - Die Gefährten O Senhor dos Anéis: A Sociedade do Anel ロード・オブ・ザ・リング 반지의 제왕: 반지 원정대 指环王1：护戒使者
Theatrical release Where to watch
- HBO Max
- YouTube TV
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home, Spectrum On Demand
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Vi Movies & TV |
| Indonesia | Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max |
| Japan | Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT |
| Malaysia | Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max |
| Nigeria | Prime Video |
| Pakistan | Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max |
| Philippines | Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max |
| South Africa | Prime Video |
| South Korea | Netflix, Prime Video |
| Thailand | Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max |
| Turkey | Prime Video, Disney+, TV+, HBO Max |
| United Arab Emirates | Shahid |
| United Kingdom | HBO Max |
| United States | HBO Max, YouTube TV |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (91/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (93%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (85/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.2/5).
- IMDb users score it 8.9/10.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded adventure, fantasy, action pick
- Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
Not ideal for
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Is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring worth watching?
Yes — The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring earns an 87% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded adventure, fantasy, action pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
IMDb Top 250 #8 (8.9/10) — The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring remains one of the most highly rated films of all time.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring about?
Young hobbit Frodo Baggins, after inheriting a mysterious ring from his uncle Bilbo, must leave his home in order to keep it from falling into the hands of its evil creator. Along the way, a fellowship is formed to protect the ringbearer and make sure that the ring arrives at its final destination: Mt. Doom, the only place where it can be destroyed.
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Critic Reviews
The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) Review: Tolkien Made Real
★★★★½
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is Peter Jackson's grand, tactile opening to the Tolkien trilogy, a fantasy quest that still sets the standard.
Yes. It is the best starting point for the greatest fantasy trilogy in film, ideal for anyone with three hours and an appetite for a grand, sincere quest.
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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring: frequently asked questions
Is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring worth watching?
Yes. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) has a Celluloid Score of 87%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring?
In the United States, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring streams on HBO Max, YouTube TV with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Vi Movies & TV in India; Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max in Indonesia; Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring?
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring runs 2 hours 59 minutes (179 minutes).
What is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring rated?
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is rated PG-13 in the United States, PG in the UK, M in Australia, 18A in Canada and 12 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring?
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is directed by Peter Jackson and stars Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen, Sean Astin, Ian Holm.
What is the Metascore for The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring?
Metacritic's Metascore for The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is 85 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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