The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey(2012)
“From the smallest beginnings come the greatest legends.”
Overview
Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit enjoying his quiet life, is swept into an epic quest by Gandalf the Grey and thirteen dwarves who seek to reclaim their mountain home from Smaug, the dragon.
Director
Peter Jackson
Studio
New Line Cinema
Budget
$250M
Revenue
$1.0B
Cast
Martin Freeman
as Bilbo Baggins
Ian McKellen
as Gandalf the Grey
Richard Armitage
as Thorin Oakenshield
James Nesbitt
as Bofur
Ken Stott
as Balin
Sylvester McCoy
as Radagast the Brown
Barry Humphries
as The Great Goblin
Dean O'Gorman
as Fili
Aidan Turner
as Kili
Graham McTavish
as Dwalin
Adam Brown
as Ori
Peter Hambleton
as Gloin / William Troll
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2012
Runtime
2h 49m
Language
English
Rating
7.4 / 10
Budget
$250M
Box Office
$1.0B
Production Companies
New Line Cinema • Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer • WingNut Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012).
What is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey about?▼
Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit enjoying his quiet life, is swept into an epic quest by Gandalf the Grey and thirteen dwarves who seek to reclaim their mountain home from Smaug, the dragon.
Who directed The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?▼
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey was directed by Peter Jackson and released in 2012. It is a adventure, fantasy, action film.
How long is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?▼
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey has a runtime of 2 hours and 49 minutes (169 minutes total).
Who stars in The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?▼
The cast of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey includes Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins, Ian McKellen as Gandalf the Grey, Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield, James Nesbitt as Bofur, Ken Stott as Balin and more.
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