The Best Gift Ideas for Adult Lord of the Rings Fans This Year

The enduring legacy of The Lord of the Rings has captivated audiences since the 1950s through its iconic books, blockbuster movies, and now the eagerly awaited television series, fostering a multi-generational fandom. As we approach 2025, this makes The Lord of the Rings an ideal theme for finding the perfect gift for fans.

With a plethora of options available, we've curated the best gifts for The Lord of the Rings enthusiasts, spanning various interests from essential book and movie collections to an array of collectibles.

Gifts for Fans of the Books

Our Top Pick: The Lord of the Rings Illustrated

Experience the full The Lord of the Rings saga in this stunning 1,248-page compilation, enriched with 30 maps and sketches personally illustrated by Tolkien. The unique cover art and red-sprayed edges make this edition not only a treasure trove of fantasy literature but also a visually striking addition to any collection. For those seeking the ultimate experience, a deluxe illustrated edition is available at a higher price point.

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The Lord of the Rings Four-Book Set

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The Lord of the Rings Four-Book Pocket Set

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The Hobbit Illustrated

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The Atlas of Middle-earth

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An Unexpected Cookbook: The Unofficial Book of Hobbit Cookery

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Gifts for Fans of the Movies

Our Top Pick: The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy: One Ring Gift Box

Delve into Middle-earth with this comprehensive collection released last December. It includes both the theatrical and extended cuts of all three The Lord of the Rings movies, encased in faux-leather packaging with a high-quality replica of the One Ring, engraved with the iconic Elvish text: "One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them, One Ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them." For those on a budget, there are several other The Lord of the Rings 4K and Blu-ray collections available.

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The Hobbit Trilogy Blu-ray

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Prime Video

A Prime Video membership is essential for fans eager to explore the new The Lord of the Rings television series, The Rings of Power, exclusively available on this platform.

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Gifts for Fans of LEGO

Our Top Pick: LEGO Icons The Lord of The Rings: Rivendell

Embark on a building adventure with this majestic LEGO set depicting the Elven settlement of Rivendell. Comprising 6,167 pieces, it features 15 minifigures and detailed models of key locations such as Frodo’s bedroom and the Council of Elrond. LEGO enthusiast Kevin Wong praises it as "an epic tribute to Fellowship" from his build guide earlier this year. If Rivendell is too grand, consider the equally impressive Barad-dûr set as another top choice.

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LEGO Icons The Lord of the Rings: Barad-dûr

For the ultimate LEGO aficionado, this 5,471-piece set of the Dark Tower stands at 32.5” tall, featuring 10 character minifigures including Sauron, Frodo, and Gollum. A more budget-friendly alternative is available on our Lord of the Rings puzzle guide.

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LEGO BrickHeadz Gandalf the Grey & Balrog

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LEGO BrickHeadz Aragorn & Arwen

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For more LEGO options, check out what's on sale during LEGO Black Friday.

Gifts for Fans of Board Games

Our Top Pick: War of the Ring

Perfect for seasoned board game enthusiasts, War of the Ring is a sophisticated strategy game for 2 to 4 players, pitting the forces of the Free Peoples against the Shadows in a battle for Middle-earth.

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The Lord of the Rings Adventure Book Game

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The Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth

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The Lord of the Rings Monopoly

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The Lord of the Rings Chess Set

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Gifts for Fans of Magic the Gathering

Our Top Pick: Lord of the Rings Two-Deck Starter Kit

A fantastic introduction to Magic the Gathering, this starter kit offers two The Lord of the Rings-themed decks, ready for play. Priced at $20, it's a great value and perfect for learning the game with a friend. For more Magic the Gathering options, check out our comprehensive gift list featuring these LOTR highlights.

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Tales of Middle-earth Scene Boxes

A collector's delight, these boxes contain six foil borderless cards that form scenes from The Lord of the Rings, complete with a display easel and three booster packs.

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Tales of Middle-Earth Riders of Rohan Commander Deck

Everything needed to start playing the Commander format, including a 100-card deck led by Aragorn and Éowyn, a two-card Collector Booster Sample pack, a life tracker, deck box, and more.

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Tales of Middle-earth Set Booster Box

For the dedicated Magic the Gathering fan, this box contains 30 The Lord of the Rings-themed packs.

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Gifts for Collectors

Our Top Pick: Mouth Of Sauron 1:1 Scale Art Mask

Available at IGN Store, this meticulously detailed 1:1 replica of the Mouth of Sauron's helmet and lower face stands at 26" tall, featuring an LED-lit base depicting the Mordor Gate Tower, making it a dream piece for collectors.

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Green Elven Mug

For the beverage enthusiast, this officially licensed The Lord of the Rings mug is adorned with Elven text, making it a perfect daily use item with a touch of Middle-earth.

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Bendable Sauron Figure

This affordable 7” tall figure of the Dark Lord Sauron is detailed enough for display yet flexible for play, thanks to its detachable base and bendable limbs.

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