J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendary saga returns to the big screen with an animated film, **The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim**, set to release in France on December 11. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, this story unfolds 183 years before Peter Jackson’s trilogy, focusing on Helm Hammerhand, the ninth King of Rohan. A new striking poster highlights key characters, promising epic battles in Middle-Earth, while a star-studded voice cast, including Miranda Otto, adds excitement for both longtime fans and new audiences.
The legendary saga created by J.R.R. Tolkien continues to captivate audiences long after the iconic film trilogy of the 2000s. The Lord of the Rings is making a return to theaters this coming December, but this time not as a live-action film; instead, it will be presented as a Japanese animated feature titled ‘The War of the Rohirrim’!
Unveiled two months ago with its official trailer, the film directed by Kenji Kamiyama, renowned for his work on Ghost in the Shell and Ultraman, has generated great excitement. To maintain this momentum, Warner Bros. has released a striking new poster!
A New Poster for The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
Originally scheduled for release earlier in the year but pushed back due to SAG-AFTRA strikes that impacted the film industry, The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim is set to hit theaters in France on December 11. Fans will finally have the chance to immerse themselves in this new fantastical tale occurring 183 years prior to the events depicted in Peter Jackson’s trilogy, focusing on the story of Helm Hammerhand, the ninth king of Rohan, and his family’s struggles against the Dunlendings.
The stunning new poster features Hera, wielding a sword alongside her father, the formidable Helm Hammerhand, who looms large behind the other characters. It also showcases Wulf, a Rohirrim lord and son of Freca, with a resolute expression.
This poster sets the tone with its dark skies, hinting at new epic battles in Middle-earth, a thrilling return reminiscent of the adventures we haven’t experienced since The Two Towers!
A Promising Success?
Eleven years after The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, LSDA is returning to cinemas in a radically different format from what audiences have known. This animated style may deter some older fans, but it opens up the world of Middle-earth to younger generations who may not be familiar with Peter Jackson’s masterpiece.
The voice cast for the English version is impressive, featuring the return of Miranda Otto as Éowyn, a role she previously portrayed in the trilogy, alongside Brian Cox as Helm, Gaia Wise as Hera, Luke Pasqualino as Wulf, and Laurence Ubong Williams as Fréaláf Hildeson, the king’s nephew and future heir to the throne of Rohan.
While it is difficult to predict the success of The War of the Rohirrim, Warner Bros. has certainly stacked the odds in their favor. The film is set for release in December, a month that has historically housed the launch of all three foundational films and aims for similar success on its debut date, December 11.
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