Set 60 years before The Lord of the Rings , the story follows a reluctant hobbit, (Martin Freeman), who is recruited by the wizard Gandalf the Grey (Ian McKellen) to help thirteen Dwarves reclaim their lost kingdom of Erebor from the dragon Smaug .
: Premiered in New Zealand on November 28, 2012, followed by a global theatrical release in December 2012.
: A major commercial success, grossing over $1.021 billion worldwide. Plot Summary The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey(2012)
The company, led by (Richard Armitage), faces numerous perils:
: 169 minutes for the theatrical version; an Extended Edition is also available with additional scenes and music. Set 60 years before The Lord of the
: They are hunted by the Orc war-chief Azog the Defiler , who has a personal vendetta against Thorin. Review: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)
: While lost in the Misty Mountains, Bilbo encounters the creature Gollum (Andy Serkis). They play a game of riddles, leading Bilbo to discover a mysterious gold ring that grants him invisibility. Plot Summary The company, led by (Richard Armitage),
: The company is captured by the Great Goblin but manages to escape with Gandalf's intervention.