Is LOTR worth reading after watching movies?
Originally Answered: Is the lord of the rings worth reading even if you have watched the movies a few times? Absolutely. The LOTR book trilogy, the Hobbit and the Simarillion are rich in many details not included in the films. Plus, the films do not follow the books to the letter either.
Should I read it after watching the movie?
If you hated the movie, you don’t have to read the book. Movies are comparatively quick and easy, so if the book has a storyline that you’re on the fence about, watching the movie can help make the decision. If it’s great, reading the book will give you more insight into the characters and depth of the plot.
Is it better to read the book before the movie?
It should totally be your choice. Go for the movies first. It really helps you in visualisation while reading the book. You can actually see the scenarios (in your mind) as you read the book because you already have a picture of the characters and the universe of the book.
How long does it take to read the Lord of the Rings trilogy?
How long does it take to read Lord of the Rings books? On average it takes 29 hours and 33 minutes to read all three Lord of the Rings books.
Should you read the Hobbit before LoTR?
Yes do read The Hobbit first. Just because it was released first and introduces Gandalf and Bilbo and just because it’s a easy way to get into Tolkien and how he writes and all. Reading “The Hobbit” is not crucial to understanding “The Lord of the Rings”, but it would give you an understanding of Middle Earth.
Should I watch or read The Lord of the Rings trilogy?
Depends on how much time you want to spend on it. If you enjoy reading, I would then read “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy in order (Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, The Return of the King). Then watch the movies in the order stated. Decide for yourself if Peter Jackson’s changes were an improvement.
Are the LOTR movies accurate to the books?
While the movies don’t stay entirely true to the books, for the most part, they are very accurate. One of the biggest inconsistencies is the Elves coming to help Helm’s Deep, but it makes sense for the movie. If the movies don’t satisfy you in the lore of LOTR, then you definitely need to read the books.
How long does it take to read The Hobbit?
The Hobbit, as a book, is very short: it takes about 6 to 7 hours to go through it completely*. It’s written for children, not adults, and it has a very light tone making it easy to go through. It’s the story of Bilbo, who is only a minor character in the later tale of ‘The Lord of the Rings’. But the Lord of the Rings is different book though.
How is The Hobbit different from The Lord of the Rings?
The Hobbit is actually a prequel to the LOTR series and compared to three books in LOTR, it is a single book with the adventures of the senior Baggins (more on that when you get an introduction of the main characters).