The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings
Quick Facts
| IMDb | 8.9/10 |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 91% |
| Metacritic | 92/100 |
| Director | Peter Jackson |
| Genre | Adventure, Fantasy, Action |
| Runtime | 179 min |
| Rated | PG-13 |
| Cast | Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen, Sean Astin, Ian Holm |
"One ring to rule them all."
Should You Watch The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring?
With an IMDb score of 8.9, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is widely considered one of the best films in its genre. Critics and audiences agree this is essential viewing. The 91% Rotten Tomatoes score signals near-universal critical acclaim.
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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Ratings Breakdown
- IMDb: 8.9/10 from 27,238 votes — the broad audience consensus.
- Rotten Tomatoes: 91% — Certified Fresh by critics.
- Metacritic: 92/100 — weighted critic average.
- TMDB: 8.4/10 from 27,238 votes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring's IMDb rating?
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) has an IMDb rating of 8.9 out of 10 based on 27,238 user votes.
Is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring worth watching?
With an IMDb score of 8.9 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 91%, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is generally well-regarded and worth your time.
How long is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring?
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring has a runtime of 179 min. It is rated PG-13.
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