A fan theory connects Gandalf to a group whose origins were not fully explained either in Peter Jackson's films or J. R. R. Tolkien's novels.

Artificial intelligence takes liberties with The Lord of the Rings, transforming it into high sci-fi instead of fantasy. And ...

Broadway theater, Dobama presents a technically bold staging of Tolkien’s fantastical adventure Dec. 4–Jan. 4.

Tolkien’s universe has gained such cultural notoriety and is so beloved by so many that it can be easy to forget that “The ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The Hobbit Houses, a whimsical complex on the edge of L.A. and Culver City, sold for the first time ever for $1.88 ...

In 2004, archaeologists discovered a new species of ancient human, Homo floresiensis, on the Indonesian island of Flores. Nicknamed “the hobbit,” this three-foot-tall hominin lived between about ...

Trilogies are a cornerstone of cinema, and the last half-century has produced true masterworks of the form, from the Before ...

Elves and hobbits made up an orchestra performance that, in our critic's years of concert going, had the audience break into ...

After selling out during its Black Friday sale, Amazon has restocked the popular new hardcover box set featuring illustrated editions of J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved fantasy novels. Published by William ...

If you're looking for a gift for a Lord of the Rings fan this holiday, Amazon's Black Friday sale includes all three Tolkien Illustrated Special Editions for roughly 60% off. These slipcased editions ...