The 1978 Animated Lord of the Rings Movie Is Only $5 at Amazon Today

The Peter Jackson Lord of the Rings films are undeniably iconic, but they weren't the first cinematic adaptations of Tolkien's work. The earliest on-screen versions were animated: The Hobbit (1977) and The Lord of the Rings (1978).

Currently, you can snag the remastered deluxe edition of the 1978 animated Lord of the Rings for a steal! Amazon is offering it for just $5.

Today's Best Lord of the Rings Movie Deal

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

$5.00 (67% off $14.97) at Amazon

This 1978 adaptation cleverly blends traditional cel animation with rotoscoped live-action footage. A fun anecdote: a scene features Aragorn tripping—an unscripted moment that made it into the final cut! Such charming imperfections add to the film's appeal.

This $5 DVD (remastered) is a fantastic bargain, a great addition to any Lord of the Rings collection, even if you're not planning an immediate viewing. For more deals, check out Amazon's Presidents' Day sale.

Streaming Option: Watch the 1978 Lord of the Rings Online

If $5 is too much, stream it! This animated classic is available on Max, alongside other Lord of the Rings films and even the animated Hobbit.

Max Streaming Service

Plans start at $9.99. See it at Max