Without a doubt, ‘The Lord of the Rings’ is one of the most cherished fantasy series ever conceived. Starting in 1954 and culminating in Peter Jackson’s groundbreaking trilogy that influenced countless filmmakers, it has touched hearts worldwide. Despite its widespread praise, it hasn’t escaped criticism. For instance, ‘The Lord of the Rings: The War of Rohirrim‘, a 2024 animated prequel, caused a split among fans and critics, and now, it has officially set a streaming release date.
According to Max’s announcement, “The War of Rohirrim” is set to premiere on the streaming service on February 28, 2025. This means that those who missed it in theaters, or chose not to purchase it on VOD, will now have the opportunity to watch it with a subscription. Initially, it was announced that the film would be available in February, but with a specific date now confirmed, fans at least have something exciting to anticipate for next week. They can either sit back and enjoy it from home or engage in some lively debate about it on social media.
As a passionate cinephile, I’d say that “The Lord of the Rings: The War of Rohirrim,” directed by the talented Kenji Kamiyama (known for his work on “Blade Runner: Black Lotus” and “Ultraman”), unfolds 183 years prior to the original trilogy’s events, focusing on the House of Helm Hammerhand, the legendary King of Rohan. When Wulf, a cunning and relentless Dunlending lord seeking vengeance for his father’s death, launches a surprise attack, Helm and his people are pushed to make a valiant last stand within the ancient stronghold of Hornburg – a formidable fortress that would later become synonymous with Helm’s Deep. Unfortunately, when it hit theaters on Dec 3, 2024, the film only managed to gross $20.5 million against a production budget of $30 million.
What Went Wrong with ‘The War of Rohirrim?’
The movie on Rotten Tomatoes received mixed reviews, with critics giving it a 48% rating and fans a higher 82%. This suggests a significant difference in opinion about the film. While some admired its animation style and music, others found the storyline confusing and the film tedious to watch, comparing it to the struggle of Rohirrim as a laborious endeavor. Julian Roman from MovieWeb noted that while it may appeal to Tolkien enthusiasts, it shares the same narrative shortcomings that often plague modern adaptations.
Regrettably, there were too many hands working on the script for “The War of Rohirrim,” with four writers contributing, all based on appendix details from Tolkien’s original book. Consequently, the film sometimes felt fragmented and struggled to find its identity. This issue likely stemmed from the urgency to produce the movie to keep New Line Cinema’s adaptation rights for Tolkien’s novels, a move that would have significantly impacted the company if lost. A touch more vision and preparation might have yielded better results, but it seems we’ll never know.
On February 28th, you’ll have a chance to watch “The Lord of the Rings: The War of Rohirrim” yourself, as it premieres on Max, a platform that not only presents this new movie but also houses the original trilogy and the “Hobbit” series.
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2025-02-21 21:03