The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King

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Journey Through Middle-earth: All Things The Return of the King

Mount Doom looms, Aragorn claims his crown, and Frodo battles the Ring's pull. The armies clash at Minas Tirith, and hope hinges on vulnerable hobbits unseen. In the end, friendship and bravery illuminate the darkest paths, sealing Sauron's fate forever.

The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King Trivia

In "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," who kills the Witch-king of Angmar? (Medium)

#1: Aragorn

#2: Legolas

#3: Eowyn

#4: Gandalf

In "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," who becomes the King of Gondor? (Easy)

#1: Frodo Baggins

#2: Aragorn

#3: Gandalf

#4: Samwise Gamgee

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The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King Fun Facts

The Paths of the Dead scenes were filmed in a disused railway tunnel in Wellington, New Zealand.

The massive battle scene at the Black Gate employed over 2000 extras, many of whom were members of the New Zealand army.

The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King Polls

Favorite Character in The Return of the King

Aragorn

Frodo

Gandalf

Legolas

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Favorite Battle Scene in The Return of the King

Battle of Pelennor Fields

Siege of Minas Tirith

Battle at the Black Gate

Fight in Shelob's Lair

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Popular Characters

Aragorn

Frodo Baggins

Gandalf

Legolas

Samwise Gamgee

Gimli

Gollum

Arwen

Merry Brandybuck

Pippin Took

Éowyn

Faramir

Elrond

Théoden

Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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filming

October 11, 1999

Filming begins for The Lord of the Rings trilogy

Principal photography for the entire Lord of the Rings trilogy starts in New Zealand.

premiere

December 1, 2003

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King premieres

The third and final installment of the trilogy premieres in New Zealand.

release

December 17, 2003

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King theatrical release

The movie is released in theaters worldwide.

award

March 29, 2004

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King wins 11 Academy Awards

The film wins a record 11 Oscars at the 76th Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director.

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