Fantasy 7.7
The Return of the King
2003 · Peter Jackson
Fantasy
The Return of the King
2003 · Directed by Peter Jackson
7.7/101,078,546 votes
Synopsis
A landmark fantasy film from Peter Jackson, released in 2003 and hailed as one of the finest ever made. A defining fantasy work from Peter Jackson, it remains one of the most celebrated films in the Top 1000 vault — as rewarding on a repeat viewing as it was on release.
Year
2003
Director
Peter Jackson
Runtime
201 min
Genre
Fantasy
Highlights
Directed by Peter Jackson
A landmark of fantasy cinema
Rated 7.7/10 by 1,078,546 viewers
Runtime of 201 minutes
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Who directed The Return of the King?
The Return of the King was directed by Peter Jackson and released in 2003.
What genre is The Return of the King?
It is a fantasy film — one of the most acclaimed of its kind in the Top 1000 collection.
How long is The Return of the King?
The film runs approximately 201 minutes.
Is The Return of the King worth watching?
With a 7.7/10 rating from 1,078,546 viewers, it is widely considered essential viewing.
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