If you loved
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
Peter Jackson · Film · 2012
If you loved The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, you clearly crave epic quests that transform ordinary characters into unlikely heroes of legend.
Start with the source
Adaptation
The Hobbit
Arthur Rankin, Jr. · Film · 1977
Adaptation
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Peter Jackson · Film · 2013
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If the sense of wonder in The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey drew you in, you will appreciate this tale where a hidden, magical shop acts as a gateway to discovery.
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ONE PIECE
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You loved the treasure-seeking spirit of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, and this vibrant voyage offers the same thrill of a ragtag crew chasing legendary riches across vast lands.
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If you enjoyed the character-driven curiosity of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, this investigative look into a singular, eccentric figure offers a different but equally compelling sense of discovery.
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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is fueled by the drive to uncover hidden truths, a pursuit echoed in this intense investigation as a journalist risks everything to find answers.
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Common questions
What order should I watch the movies in after finishing The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?
After watching The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, you should continue the story with the 2013 sequel, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug. These films follow Bilbo Baggins and the thirteen dwarves as they continue their quest to reclaim their mountain home from the dragon Smaug.
Is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey based on the 1937 book?
Yes, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is a film adaptation of the 1937 book titled The Hobbit. Peter Jackson directed this 2012 movie, which depicts the journey of Bilbo Baggins alongside Gandalf the Grey and thirteen dwarves seeking to reclaim their home from the dragon Smaug.
How does the 1977 version of The Hobbit compare to The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?
Both The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey and the 1977 version of The Hobbit are adaptations of the same 1937 source material. While the 2012 film is directed by Peter Jackson, both versions tell the story of Bilbo Baggins and his quest with Gandalf and the dwarves.
Should I read the book after watching The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?
Reading the 1937 book The Hobbit provides the original source material for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. Exploring the book allows you to experience the story of Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf the Grey, and the thirteen dwarves in its original written form as they set out to reclaim their mountain.