The Hobbit - The Battle of the Five Armies, the final part of the trilogy based on J.R.R. Tolkien's novel, concludes Peter Jackson 'sfantasy adventure following The Lord of the Rings. Released in 2014, the film stars Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins, caught up in a major clash between free peoples and evil creatures. Complementing the first two installments, it will soon be broadcast on Max, at the same time as The Lord of the Rings trilogy, from July 26, 2025.
The Hobbit - The Battle of the Five Armies will be broadcast on Max from July 26, 2025.
Discover the epic conclusion of The Hobbit trilogy in this trailer packed with tension and spectacular battles.
Synopsis: Reaching the Lonely Mountain at last, Thorin and the Dwarves, aided by Bilbo the Hobbit, have succeeded in recovering their kingdom and treasure. But they have also awakened the dragon Smaug, who is now unleashing his wrath on the inhabitants of Lake-town. Now, Dwarves, Elves, Humans, but also Wargs and Orcs led by the Necromancer, covet the wealth of the Lonely Mountain. The battle of the five armies is imminent, and Bilbo is the only one who can unite his friends against the dark powers of Sauron.
This feature film is aimed at fans of epic fantasy and the Middle-earth universe. It may also suit a teenage or adult audience already familiar with the previous films, particularly those following An Unexpected Journey and The Desolation of Smaug. Visually spectacular, this conclusion is in keeping with Peter Jackson's style, with direct references to the Lord of the Rings trilogy. The film favors massive battles, diplomatic tensions and moral stakes, making it comparable to Game of Thrones or Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2 in terms of dramatic finale.
Shot as a continuation of the first two installments, The Hobbit - The Battle of the Five Armies is based on the final chapters of Tolkien's book, enriched with narrative developments from the author's appendices. The screenplay was co-written by Peter Jackson and Philippa Boyens, in collaboration with Fran Walsh. Filming took place in New Zealand, with extensive use of special effects by Weta Digital. The film closes the cinematic saga of The Hobbit, while making the link with future events in The Lord of the Rings, notably through Sauron's rise to power.
The Hobbit - The Battle of the Five Armies concludes Peter Jackson's trilogy based on the adventures of Bilbo Baggins. Between dragons, territorial conflicts and moral stakes, the film offers a final immersion in Tolkien's universe, always supported by spectacular visual effects and an epic score. Its broadcast on Max will allow viewers to rediscover the end of this great cinematic fresco alongside the other titles in the saga.
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