

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
“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.
Where to watch The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey in United States
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Where is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Crave, Crave Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Magenta TV+, HBO Max | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Movistar Plus+ | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Universal+ Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | Hulu, U-NEXT | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, FOD |
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
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.
How and where to watch The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
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Cast of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

Martin Freeman
Bilbo Baggins

Ian McKellen
Gandalf the Grey

Richard Armitage
Thorin Oakenshield

James Nesbitt
Bofur

Ken Stott
Balin

Sylvester McCoy
Radagast the Brown

Barry Humphries
The Great Goblin

Dean O'Gorman
Fili

Aidan Turner
Kili

Graham McTavish
Dwalin

Adam Brown
Ori

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.











