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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

2012·Movie·PG-13·169 min·7.4(19,689)

From the smallest beginnings come the greatest legends.

Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit enjoying his quiet life, is swept into an epic quest by Gandalf the Grey and thirteen dwarves who seek to reclaim their mountain home from Smaug, the dragon.

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About The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is a 2012 English-language adventure, fantasy and action film directed by Peter Jackson. The cast is led by Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, Richard Armitage. It has a runtime of 2h 49m. Viewers rate it 7.4/10 across 19700 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey was produced by New Line Cinema, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, and WingNut Films and made in New Zealand and United States of America. It was released on December 12, 2012, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $250 million, it went on to gross $1.0 billion worldwide.

Director
Peter Jackson
Writers
Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson
Release date
December 12, 2012
Original language
English
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Country
New Zealand, United States of America
Budget
$250 million
Box office
$1.0 billion
Production
New Line Cinema, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, WingNut Films
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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey cast & crew

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey was directed by Peter Jackson and written by Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, and Peter Jackson.

The cast features Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins, Ian McKellen as Gandalf the Grey, Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield, James Nesbitt as Bofur, Ken Stott as Balin, and Sylvester McCoy as Radagast the Brown.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Howard Shore, cinematography is by Andrew Lesnie, and it was produced by Carolynne Cunningham and Peter Jackson.

Is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey worth watching?

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey holds an audience score of 7.4/10 from 19,689 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed adventure films.

At 2h 49m, it's a full-evening commitment.

If you enjoy adventure, fantasy, and action, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

Martin Freeman

Martin Freeman

Bilbo Baggins

Ian McKellen

Ian McKellen

Gandalf the Grey

Richard Armitage

Richard Armitage

Thorin Oakenshield

James Nesbitt

James Nesbitt

Bofur

Ken Stott

Ken Stott

Balin

Sylvester McCoy

Sylvester McCoy

Radagast the Brown

Barry Humphries

Barry Humphries

The Great Goblin

Dean O'Gorman

Dean O'Gorman

Fili

Aidan Turner

Aidan Turner

Kili

Graham McTavish

Graham McTavish

Dwalin

Adam Brown

Adam Brown

Ori

Peter Hambleton

Peter Hambleton

Gloin / William Troll

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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey — FAQs

Where can I watch The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey in United States?

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max in United States.

Is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey on HBO Max Amazon Channel?

Yes — The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel in United States.

What language is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey in?

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey runs 2 hours 49 minutes (169 minutes).

What is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey rated?

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is rated PG-13. It holds a 7.4/10 audience score from 19,689 ratings.

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