The Hobbit Collection

The Hobbit Collection is a three-part epic fantasy-adventure film series directed and produced by Peter Jackson. Based on J. R. R. Tolkien's novel of the same name, the trilogy is set in Middle-earth approximately 60 years prior to the events of "The Lord of the Rings," functioning as a prequel to Jackson’s acclaimed film adaptation. Spanning from 2012 to 2014, the collection comprises three films with a total runtime of 474 minutes and a production budget of $750 million, generating $293.5 million in revenue. The films within the collection offer a detailed exploration of the events leading up to the Lord of the Rings saga. For example, "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" (2012) introduces audiences to Bilbo Baggins's adventure with Thorin Oakenshield and his company. The trilogy’s combined revenue reached $293.5 million. This collection represents a significant undertaking in filmmaking, with the three films collectively boasting a runtime of 474 minutes. The series was released between 2012 and 2014, accumulating a total budget of $750 million. The trilogy’s cumulative revenue stands at $293.5 million.