TMDb/The Lord of the Rings: Th Celebrity Explore the enduring legacy of Middle-earth. From the iconic trilogy to new streaming series and anime films, discover the franchise's surprising renaissance. April 8, 2026 AceShowbiz - Even though The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring premiered 25 years ago, the franchise remains vibrant with multiple new projects underway. The Lord of the Rings series is widely celebrated as one of the greatest fantasy movie franchises ever made and is regarded as a stellar adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's novels.