The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
English · Adventure / Fantasy · 179 min · TP
★ 8.4 Solid 28,651 ratings
Released 19 Dec 2001
Page updated 24 Oct 2026
FilmyChill score
Audiences and critics agree.
Audience★ 8.4 from 28,651 ratings on TMDB
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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is streaming in France on Netflix, Disney+, Molotov TV.
What the audience says
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is one of the better-rated English films out there. It holds an 8.4/10 on TMDB from 28,651 ratings, well above what most films manage. At 179 minutes it's a long sit, so save it for when you've got the evening. In France you can stream it on Netflix, Disney+, Molotov TV.
Should you spend 2h 59m on it?
2h 59m of English adventure with fantasy threaded through. That score holds across 28,651 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- It rates 8.4/10 across 28,651 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you don't have a clear three hours
- Best for
- A free weekend evening
Story
Young hobbit Frodo Baggins, after inheriting a mysterious ring from his uncle Bilbo, must leave his home in order to keep it from falling into the hands of its evil creator. Along the way, a fellowship is formed to protect the ringbearer and make sure that the ring arrives at its final destination: Mt. Doom, the only place where it can be destroyed.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 59m — long |
| Watch with family? | TP · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Adventure / Fantasy |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Peter Jackson
Cast
Elijah Wood
Frodo
Ian McKellen
Gandalf
Viggo Mortensen
Aragorn
Sean Astin
Sam
Ian Holm
Bilbo
Liv Tyler
Arwen
Where to watch in France
NetflixDisney+Molotov TVHBO Max
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
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Availability as of 23 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Frequently asked
Is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Must watch — Audiences and critics agree. It rates 8.4/10 on audience ratings. 2h 59m of English adventure with fantasy threaded through. That score holds across 28,651 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
Where can I watch The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring?
You can stream The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in France on Netflix, Disney+, Molotov TV, HBO Max.
When is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring coming to streaming?
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is already streaming in France on Netflix, Disney+, Molotov TV, HBO Max.
Is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring family friendly?
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is rated TP, suitable for family viewing.
What language is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in?
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is an English film (Adventure / Fantasy).
How long is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring?
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring runs 2h 59m (179 minutes).
Who is in the cast of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring?
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring stars Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen and Sean Astin, directed by Peter Jackson.
When did The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring come out?
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring was released on 19 Dec 2001.
