Christopher Tolkien Passes Away at the Age of 95
January 16, 2020 at 1:53 pm -It is with a heavy heart that I write this news. Christopher Tolkien has passed away. He was 95 years old. Christopher was the third son of our beloved author Professor J.R.R. Tolkien, and had spent much of his life honoring his father’s legacy and bringing us so many of the Professor’s works posthumously. He…
Today in Middle-earth, January 15
January 15, 2020 at 1:00 am -Today in Middle-earth, January 15 The Bridge of Khazad-dûm, and the fall of Gandalf (1419) The Company reaches Nimrodel late at night (1419) [Join us on the Discussion Boards here]
Amazon Officially Announces Lord of the Rings Series Cast
January 14, 2020 at 6:02 pm -The Lord of the Rings on Prime Twitter account surprised us all today with an official announcement of the upcoming television series’ full cast. Some names we already knew, but many we did not. The full roster of actors includes….
J.R.R. Tolkien, born Jan 3, 1892
January 4, 2020 at 1:07 pm -Yesterday marked the 128th anniversary of the birth of our beloved and favorite author: John Ronald Reuel Tolkien. From humble beginnings in Bloemfontein, South Africa, Tolkien went on to live a life filled with love, adventure, and accomplishment. Along the way, while in his twenties, he began putting some of the stories from his rich…
Today in Middle-earth, December 25
December 25, 2019 at 1:53 am -The following event(s) took place in Middle-earth on December 25th: The Fellowship of the Ring leaves Rivendell at dusk (1418 ) [Join us on the Discussion Boards here]
Happy Hobbit: Wildlife Garlands (Christmas Special 2019)
December 24, 2019 at 3:01 am -Join Fili and Kili to learn a festive craft that can be used as both a decoration and to feed local wildlife! Click here to watch the new episode! Looking to capture some hobbity festive fun? Then also check out Happy Hobbit’s Christmas playlist here!
The Great Hall of Poets
December 20, 2019 at 12:29 am -Welcome to The Great Hall of Poets, our regular monthly feature showcasing the talent of Middle-earth fans. Each month we will feature a small selection of the poems submitted, but we hope you will read all of the poems that we have received here in our Great Hall of Poets. So come and join us by…
TORn’s Holiday Gift Guide 2019
December 8, 2019 at 7:50 am -Once again, we face that eternal question, “What gift can I buy for the Tolkien fanatic in my life this year?” As always, we here at TheOneRing.net have provided answers to this question, to help make it as easy and painless as possible. So, without further ado, welcome to TORn’s Holiday Gift Guide 2019. From…
TOR.n at Alamo Drafthouse Lord of the Rings Feast 2020!
December 5, 2019 at 11:08 pm -Since 2007, the Alamo Drafthouse in Austin, Texas has hosted a marathon screening of ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogy, and on January 9th, 2020 they’ll be doing it again! Join me, staffer deej, and a couple hundred other Tolkien fans as we watch the Extended Editions (are there any other?) and feast on 7…
Collecting The Precious – Star Ace Toys Defo Real Nazgul Preview/Review
December 4, 2019 at 10:00 am -We’ve had the chance to team up with the folks at Star Ace Toys to bring you a look at their Defo Real Nazgul Vinyl figure. These figures combine a very cool blend of real, with almost-animated, to create a very unique but awesome look. Star Ace isn’t messing around! These things are super detailed…
Collecting The Precious – Vanderstelt Studio At The Ford of Bruinen
December 3, 2019 at 8:18 pm -Our friends Jerry Vanderstelt and Weta Workshop have teamed up once again. This time it’s a very special piece you can only get if you ordered the Arwen and Frodo on Asfaloth as well as the Ring at the Ford statues. The print is limited to 150 copies, so it’s going to be very limited….
Bilbo Baggins’ pipe up for auction by Julien’s Auctions
December 2, 2019 at 1:16 am -Looking for that perfect holiday gift for your favorite fan of Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings movies? Look no further! Monday, December 16 could be your lucky day. That’s the day Julien’s Auctions, known for their auctions packed with Hollywood collectibles, will be auctioning off one of the original tobacco pipes used by…
Amazon Middle-earth series director arrives in Auckland
December 2, 2019 at 12:44 am -J.A. Bayona, director of the upcoming Amazon series set in the Second Age of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth, has arrived in Auckland and filming has begun! Well, okay, the film clip he posted to Instagram features no actors, unless the small bird in Fraser’s cafe in the urban setting of Mount Eden, a suburb of Auckland,…
The Great Hall of Poets
November 30, 2019 at 7:44 am -Welcome to The Great Hall of Poets, our regular monthly feature showcasing the talent of Middle-earth fans. Each month we will feature a small selection of the poems submitted, but we hope you will read all of the poems that we have received here in our Great Hall of Poets. So come and join us by…
Today in Middle-earth, November 23
November 23, 2019 at 1:00 am -The following event(s) took place in Middle-earth on November 23: The Battle of the Five Armies – 2941 (1341) [Join us on the Discussion Boards here]
Collecting The Precious – Vanderstelt Studio Gandalf Mini Epic Art Print On Sale
November 17, 2019 at 12:59 am -As we previously teased about here on the front page, as well as on our various social media footprints, the Gandalf the Grey Mini Epic art print was set to be coming soon from our friend, Jerry Vanderstelt. Yesterday this went live, and is now available to all collectors. Fans can get this in paper…
Are you a Tolkien fan? Are you sure?
November 9, 2019 at 6:36 pm -Well, here’s your chance to share your fandom in three minutes or less by responding to three simple questions:
The Great Hall of Poets
November 5, 2019 at 3:05 am -Welcome to The Great Hall of Poets, our regular monthly feature showcasing the talent of Middle-earth fans. Each month we will feature a small selection of the poems submitted, but we hope you will read all of the poems that we have received here in our Great Hall of Poets. So come and join us by…
Collecting The Precious – Vanderstelt Studio Gandalf the Grey Mini Epic Art Print Preview
November 4, 2019 at 10:56 pm -During Comic-Con 2018, our friend Jerry Vanderstelt was at the Weta Workshop booth creating a beautiful art print of the Gandalf the Grey Mini Epic. I, as well as many others, asked Jerry if he could turn this into a print because we all knew folks would want to own it. Right now we have…
TORn Tuesday all-star panel tomorrow, Nov 5
November 4, 2019 at 10:50 pm -What lessons can Amazon learn from the team that’s been there & back again? Let’s find out! Join TORn Tuesday hosts Cliff Broadway and Justin Sewell for an epic All-Star LOTR panel tomorrow! Joining us will be Mark Ordesky (Executive Producer), Sean Astin (Actor – Sam Gamgee), Rick Porras (Co-producer), Jim Rygiel (Visual Effects Supervisor),…
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