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The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Peter Jackson · Film · 2013
What hooked you in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug was the way a perilous, world-spanning quest forces unlikely companions to confront legendary threats.
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Adaptation
The Hobbit
Arthur Rankin, Jr. · Film · 1977
Adaptation
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
Peter Jackson · Film · 2012
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RH Disney · Book · 2014
Like the central journey in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, this tale highlights how a determined group must face their fears and traverse treacherous terrain to succeed in their mission.
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Tony DiTerlizzi, Holly Black · Book · 2004
The sudden plunge into a world of dwarves and goblins mirrors the danger faced in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, making this a fitting choice for fans of hidden fantasy realms.
Shannara
Terry Brooks · Book · 1977
If the epic quest against evil in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug resonated with you, this journey for a magical weapon will provide that same sense of grand destiny.
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James Rollins · Book · 2022
You will appreciate how this expansive adventure mirrors the high-stakes journey found in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, as an alliance races against time to uncover ancient, world-saving secrets.
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Frieren: Beyond Journey's End
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Fans of The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug will find a poignant reflection of the journey's toll here, as this story explores the long-term impact of defeating a legendary antagonist.
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Just as the protagonists in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug traverse dangerous lands to reclaim what is theirs, this narrative follows a powerful figure embarking on a transformative quest.
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Justin Richmond · Series · 2018
The unlikely partnership formed in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug finds a parallel here, as disparate characters unite on an epic quest to bring peace to their divided lands.
Dragons: Race to the Edge
Series · 2015
If you enjoyed the dragon-focused intensity of The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, you will appreciate how this story centers on the bond between riders and dragons during their adventures.
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Common questions
What order should I watch the movies including The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug?
You should begin with the 2012 film The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey before watching The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug. These films follow the chronological journey of Bilbo and the Dwarves as they escape the Misty Mountains and travel toward the dragon Smaug to reclaim their stolen gold.
Is The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug based on the 1937 book The Hobbit?
Yes, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is an adaptation of the 1937 novel The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. The movie depicts the second portion of the book, focusing on the company's quest to reach the dragon and recover the treasure after their escape from the Misty Mountains.
How does The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug compare to the 1977 animated movie The Hobbit?
Both The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug and the 1977 production of The Hobbit are adaptations of the same 1937 source material. While the 1977 version is an animated feature, the 2013 film directed by Peter Jackson provides a live-action interpretation of the journey to confront the dragon Smaug.
Should I read The Hobbit book before watching The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug?
Reading the 1937 book The Hobbit before watching The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is not required, but it provides additional context for the narrative. The book details the entire journey of Bilbo and the Dwarves, including the specific events leading up to their encounter with the dragon.