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Lord of the Rings (The): The Return of the King (2003)
The Final Battle For Middle-Earth.Director: Peter Jackson
OVERALL: Draw-
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Extended Version part 1 (127:33)
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC TWO
* The Film - Extended Version part 2 (135:25)
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC THREE "The Appendices Part Five - The War of the Ring"
Introduction (by Peter Jackson) (1:33)
"J.R.R. Tolkien: The Legacy Of Middle-Earth" documentary (29:29)
From Book to Script
- "From Book to Script: Forging the Final Chapter" documentary (25:02)
- Abandoned Concept: 'Aragorn Battles Sauron' (5:18)
Designing And Building Middle-Earth
- "Designing Middle-Earth" documentary (39:57)
- "Big-atures" documentary (19:59)
- "Weta Workshop" documentary (47:23)
- "Costume Design" featurette (12:03)
- Design Galleries (2123 images):
---- 'The Peoples Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'The Realms Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'Miniatures'
"Home of the Horse Lords" documentary (30:16)
Middle-Earth Atlas feature (Map of Middle-Earth)
New Zealand as Middle-Earth
- East Ithilien (2:57)
- Dunharrow (2:11)
- Paths of the Dead (2:15)
- The Pelennor Fields (2:58)
- The Black Gate (2:24)
- Mordor (3:22)
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC FOUR "The Appendices Part Six - The Passing of an Age"
Introduction (by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan) (1:40)
Filming The Return Of The King
- "Cameras in Middle-Earth" documentary (73:08)
- Production Photos (69 images)
Visual Effects
- "Weta Digital" documentary (42:01)
- Visual Effects Demonstration: "The Mumakil Battle" (0:31) (7 Angles) (with Optional Commentary)
Post Production - Journey's End
- "Editorial: Completing the Trilogy" documentary (22:14)
- "Music for Middle-Earth" documentary (22:02)
- "The Soundscapes of Middle-Earth" documentary (22:09)
- "The End of All Things" documentary (21:29)
"The Passing Of An Age" documentary (25:11)
Cameron Duncan - The Inspiration for 'Into the West'
- "Cameron Duncan: The Inspiration for 'Into the West'" documentary (32:21)
- Short Films:
---- "DFK6498" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (4:38)
---- "Strike Zone" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (11:16)
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks) -
Subtitles:English, Spanish
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:NTSC
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-ES 6.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Special Case
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Notes:12-Page Booklet (with Fold-Out Appendices Map)
Packaged in a 4-Disc Digi-Pack (featuring Production Sketches and Artwork) housed in a Stiff Custom Slipcase with Leathery Texture. The "Elvish Language" Captions that appear throughout The Film are the original 'Burnt-In' Captions. -
Easter eggs:*DISC ONE: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "The Siege Of Gondor". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to a Spoof Interview with Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood (8:59).
*DISC TWO: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "Fan Club Credits". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to an "MTV Movie Awards" Clip involving Ben Stiller and Peter Jackson (5:50).
*DISCS THREE and FOUR: Go to the Main Menu and press [Down] from the last choice to highlight the icon at the centre of the bottom. Press [Enter] to access the DVD Production Credits. -
Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Extended Version part 1 (127:33)
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC TWO
* The Film - Extended Version part 2 (135:25)
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC THREE "The Appendices Part Five - The War of the Ring"
Introduction (by Peter Jackson) (1:33)
"J.R.R. Tolkien: The Legacy Of Middle-Earth" documentary (29:29)
From Book to Script
- "From Book to Script: Forging the Final Chapter" documentary (25:02)
- Abandoned Concept: 'Aragorn Battles Sauron' (5:18)
Designing And Building Middle-Earth
- "Designing Middle-Earth" documentary (39:57)
- "Big-atures" documentary (19:59)
- "Weta Workshop" documentary (47:23)
- "Costume Design" featurette (12:03)
- Design Galleries (2123 images):
---- 'The Peoples Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'The Realms Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'Miniatures'
"Home of the Horse Lords" documentary (30:16)
Middle-Earth Atlas feature (Map of Middle-Earth)
New Zealand as Middle-Earth
- East Ithilien (2:57)
- Dunharrow (2:11)
- Paths of the Dead (2:15)
- The Pelennor Fields (2:58)
- The Black Gate (2:24)
- Mordor (3:22)
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC FOUR "The Appendices Part Six - The Passing of an Age"
Introduction (by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan) (1:40)
Filming The Return Of The King
- "Cameras in Middle-Earth" documentary (73:08)
- Production Photos (69 images)
Visual Effects
- "Weta Digital" documentary (42:01)
- Visual Effects Demonstration: "The Mumakil Battle" (0:31) (7 Angles) (with Optional Commentary)
Post Production - Journey's End
- "Editorial: Completing the Trilogy" documentary (22:14)
- "Music for Middle-Earth" documentary (22:02)
- "The Soundscapes of Middle-Earth" documentary (22:09)
- "The End of All Things" documentary (21:29)
"The Passing Of An Age" documentary (25:11)
Cameron Duncan - The Inspiration for 'Into the West'
- "Cameron Duncan: The Inspiration for 'Into the West'" documentary (32:21)
- Short Films:
---- "DFK6498" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (4:38)
---- "Strike Zone" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (11:16)
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC FIVE
"Creating the Lord of the Rings Symphony - A Composers's Journey Through Middle-earth" documentary (52:13) -
Subtitles:English, Spanish
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:NTSC
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-ES 6.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Special Case
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Notes:12-Page Booklet (with Fold-Out Appendices Map)
Packaged in a 4-Disc Digi-Pack (featuring Production Sketches and Artwork) housed in a Stiff Custom Slipcase with Leathery Texture, while the fifth disc is in its own case. The "Elvish Language" Captions that appear throughout The Film are the original 'Burnt-In' Captions.
Includes a collectible 'Minas Tirith' polystone keepsake Box (created by Sideshow Weta). -
Easter eggs:*DISC ONE: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "The Siege Of Gondor". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to a Spoof Interview with Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood (8:59).
*DISC TWO: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "Fan Club Credits". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to an "MTV Movie Awards" Clip involving Ben Stiller and Peter Jackson (5:50).
*DISCS THREE and FOUR: Go to the Main Menu and press [Down] from the last choice to highlight the icon at the centre of the bottom. Press [Enter] to access the DVD Production Credits. -
Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Theatrical Version
DISC TWO
"The Quest Fulfilled: A Director's Vision" featurette (23:00)
"A Filmmaker's Journey: Making The Return of the King" featurette (28:30)
"National Geographic Special - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" documentary (45:55)
"lordoftherings.net" featurettes (21:59)
- “Aragorn’s Destiny”
- “Minas Tirith: Capital of Gondor”
- “The Battle of Pelennor Fields”
- “Samwise the Brave”
- “Éowyn: White Lady of Rohan”
- “Digital Horse Doubles”
2 Theatrical trailers
13 TV Spots:
-“Heart/Frodo”
-“Every Path”
-“Test”
-“Aragorn”
-“Time”
-“Every Step”
-“Sword”
-“Decided”
-“Time Review”
-“Decided Review”
-“Step Golden Globes”
-“Globe Noms”
-“New Epic Globe”
"The Lord of the Rings trilogy" supertrailer
"The Battle for Middle-earth Continues": Preview of Electronic Arts video game, “The Battle for Middle-earth"
Review of past "The Lord of the Rings" Electronic Arts video games
Booklet
DVD credits
DVD-ROM material:
-Link to exclusive on-line content
-Link to lordoftherings.net -
Subtitles:English, Spanish
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:NTSC
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Soundtrack(s):English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 surround -
Case type:Keep Case
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Extras:DISC ONE SIDE A
* The Film - Extended Version part 1
* The Film - Theatrical Version part 1
DISC ONE SIDE B
* The Film - Extended Version part 2
* The Film - Theatrical Version part 2
DISC TWO
"The Return of the King: Behind the Scenes" documentary (111:57) -
Subtitles:English, Spanish
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:NTSC
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Soundtrack(s):English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Special Case
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Theatrical Version
DISC TWO
"The Quest Fulfilled: A Director's Vision" featurette (23:00)
"A Filmmaker's Journey: Making The Return of the King" featurette (28:30)
"National Geographic Special - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" documentary (45:55)
"lordoftherings.net" featurettes (21:59)
- “Aragorn’s Destiny”
- “Minas Tirith: Capital of Gondor”
- “The Battle of Pelennor Fields”
- “Samwise the Brave”
- “Éowyn: White Lady of Rohan”
- “Digital Horse Doubles”
2 Theatrical trailers
13 TV Spots:
-“Heart/Frodo”
-“Every Path”
-“Test”
-“Aragorn”
-“Time”
-“Every Step”
-“Sword”
-“Decided”
-“Time Review”
-“Decided Review”
-“Step Golden Globes”
-“Globe Noms”
-“New Epic Globe”
"The Lord of the Rings trilogy" supertrailer
"The Battle for Middle-earth Continues": Preview of Electronic Arts video game, “The Battle for Middle-earth"
Review of past "The Lord of the Rings" Electronic Arts video games
Booklet
DVD credits
DVD-ROM material:
-Link to exclusive on-line content
-Link to lordoftherings.net -
Subtitles:English, Spanish
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:NTSC
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Soundtrack(s):English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 surround -
Case type:Keep Case
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Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Theatrical Version
DISC TWO
"The Quest Fulfilled: A Director's Vision" Featurette (23:00)
"A Filmmaker's Journey: Making The Return of the King" Featurette (27:20)
"National Geographic Special - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" Documentary (51:44)
"lordoftherings.net" Featurettes
- Aragorn’s Destiny (3:25)
- Minas Tirith: Capital of Gondor (3:12)
- The Battle of Pelennor Fields (2:15)
- Samwise the Brave (4:32)
- Éowyn: White Lady of Rohan (3:44)
- Digital Horse Doubles (4:36)
Theatrical Trailers
- Trailer One - English (2:44)
- Trailer One - French (2:44)
- Trailer Two - English (0:53)
- Trailer Two - French (0:53)
TV Spots ("Play All" option - 6:34)
- Heart/Frodo (0:30)
- Every Path (0:30)
- Test (0:30)
- Aragorn (0:30)
- Time (0:30)
- Every Step (0:30)
- Sword (0:30)
- Decided (0:30)
- Time Review (0:30)
- Decided Review (0:30)
- Step Golden Globes (0:30)
- Globe Noms (0:30)
- New Epic Globe (0:30)
"The Lord of the Rings Trilogy" Supertrailer (6:22)
"The Batttle for Middle-earth Continues - Video Games from EA" Featurette (3:03) -
Subtitles:English and French
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
French Dolby Digital 5.1 EX -
Case type:Keep Case
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Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Theatrical Version
DISC TWO
"The Quest Fulfilled: A Director's Vision" Featurette (23:00)
"A Filmmaker's Journey: Making The Return of the King" Featurette (27:20)
"National Geographic Special - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" Documentary (51:44)
"lordoftherings.net" Featurettes
- Aragorn’s Destiny (3:25)
- Minas Tirith: Capital of Gondor (3:12)
- The Battle of Pelennor Fields (2:15)
- Samwise the Brave (4:32)
- Éowyn: White Lady of Rohan (3:44)
- Digital Horse Doubles (4:36)
Theatrical Trailers
- Trailer One (2:44)
- Trailer Two (0:53)
TV Spots ("Play All" option - 6:34)
- Heart/Frodo (0:30)
- Every Path (0:30)
- Test (0:30)
- Aragorn (0:30)
- Time (0:30)
- Every Step (0:30)
- Sword (0:30)
- Decided (0:30)
- Time Review (0:30)
- Decided Review (0:30)
- Step Golden Globes (0:30)
- Globe Noms (0:30)
- New Epic Globe (0:30)
"The Lord of the Rings Trilogy" Supertrailer (6:22)
"The Batttle for Middle-earth Continues - Video Games from EA" Featurette (3:03) -
Subtitles:English, German and German HoH
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
German Dolby Digital 5.1 EX -
Case type:Keep Case
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Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Extended Version part 1
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC TWO
* The Film - Extended Version part 2
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC THREE "The Appendices Part Five - The War of the Ring"
Introduction (by Peter Jackson) (1:29)
"J.R.R. Tolkien: The Legacy Of Middle-Earth" documentary (28:16)
From Book To Script:
- "From Book To Script: Forging The Final Chapter" documentary (23:56)
- Abandoned Concept: 'Aragorn Battles Sauron' (5:03)
Designing And Building Middle-Earth:
- "Designing Middle-Earth" documentary (38:20)
- "Big-atures" documentary (19:10)
- "Weta Workshop" documentary (47:24)
- "Costume Design" featurette (12:02)
- Design Galleries (2123images):
---- 'The Peoples Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'The Realms Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'Miniatures'
"Home Of The Horse Lords" documentary (30:14)
Middle-Earth Atlas feature (Map of Middle-Earth)
New Zealand As Middle-Earth: (15:19)
- East Ithilien
- Dunharrow
- Paths Of The Dead
- The Pelennor Fields
- The Black Gate
- Mordor
DISC FOUR "The Appendices Part Six - The Passing of an Age"
Introduction (by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan) (1:35)
Filming The Return Of The King:
- "Cameras In Middle-Earth" documentary (73:12)
- Production Photos (70images)
Visual Effects:
- "Weta Digital" documentary (40:21)
- Visual Effects Demonstration: "The Mumakil Battle" (0:30) (7 Angles) (with Optional Commentary)
Post Production - Journey's End:
- "Editorial: Completing The Trilogy" documentary (21:20)
- "Music For Middle-Earth" documentary (22:02)
- "The Soundscapes Of Middle-Earth" documentary (22:12)
- "The End Of All Things" documentary (20:37)
"The Passing Of An Age" documentary (24:10)
Cameron Duncan - The Inspiration For 'Into The West':
- "Cameron Duncan: The Inspiration For 'Into the West'" documentary (32:23)
- Short Films:
---- "DFK6498" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (4:38)
---- "Strike Zone" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (11:17) -
Subtitles:English HoH, German
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
German DTS-ES 6.1
German Dolby Digital 5.1 EX -
Case type:Special Case
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Notes:Packaged in a 4-Disc Digi-Pack (featuring Production Sketches and Artwork) housed in a Stiff Custom Slipcase with Leathery Texture.
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Easter eggs:*DISC ONE: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "The Siege Of Gondor". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to a Spoof Interview with Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood (8:59).
*DISC TWO: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "Fan Club Credits". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to an "MTV Movie Awards" Clip involving Ben Stiller and Peter Jackson (5:50).
*DISCS THREE and FOUR: Go to the Main Menu and press [Down] from the last choice to highlight the icon at the centre of the bottom. Press [Enter] to access the DVD Production Credits. -
Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE SIDE A
* The Film - Extended Version part 1
* The Film - Theatrical Version part 1
DISC ONE SIDE B
* The Film - Extended Version part 2
* The Film - Theatrical Version part 2
DISC TWO
"The Return of the King: Behind the Scenes" documentary (111:57) -
Subtitles:English, German
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
German Dolby Digital 5.1 EX -
Case type:Special Case
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Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Theatrical Version
DISC TWO
"The Quest Fulfilled: A Director's Vision" Featurette (23:00)
"A Filmmaker's Journey: Making The Return of the King" Featurette (27:20)
"National Geographic Special - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" Documentary (51:44)
"lordoftherings.net" Featurettes
- Aragorn’s Destiny (3:25)
- Minas Tirith: Capital of Gondor (3:12)
- The Battle of Pelennor Fields (2:15)
- Samwise the Brave (4:32)
- Éowyn: White Lady of Rohan (3:44)
- Digital Horse Doubles (4:36)
Theatrical Trailers
- Trailer One (2:44)
- Trailer Two (0:53)
TV Spots ("Play All" option - 6:34)
- Heart/Frodo (0:30)
- Every Path (0:30)
- Test (0:30)
- Aragorn (0:30)
- Time (0:30)
- Every Step (0:30)
- Sword (0:30)
- Decided (0:30)
- Time Review (0:30)
- Decided Review (0:30)
- Step Golden Globes (0:30)
- Globe Noms (0:30)
- New Epic Globe (0:30)
"The Lord of the Rings Trilogy" Supertrailer (6:22)
"The Batttle for Middle-earth Continues - Video Games from EA" Featurette (3:03) -
Subtitles:Dutch and English
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Keep Case
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Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Extended Version part 1
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC TWO
* The Film - Extended Version part 2
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC THREE "The Appendices Part Five - The War of the Ring"
Introduction (by Peter Jackson) (1:29)
"J.R.R. Tolkien: The Legacy Of Middle-Earth" documentary (28:16)
From Book To Script:
- "From Book To Script: Forging The Final Chapter" documentary (23:56)
- Abandoned Concept: 'Aragorn Battles Sauron' (5:03)
Designing And Building Middle-Earth:
- "Designing Middle-Earth" documentary (38:20)
- "Big-atures" documentary (19:10)
- "Weta Workshop" documentary (47:24)
- "Costume Design" featurette (12:02)
- Design Galleries (2123images):
---- 'The Peoples Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'The Realms Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'Miniatures'
"Home Of The Horse Lords" documentary (30:14)
Middle-Earth Atlas feature (Map of Middle-Earth)
New Zealand As Middle-Earth: (15:19)
- East Ithilien
- Dunharrow
- Paths Of The Dead
- The Pelennor Fields
- The Black Gate
- Mordor
DISC FOUR "The Appendices Part Six - The Passing of an Age"
Introduction (by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan) (1:35)
Filming The Return Of The King:
- "Cameras In Middle-Earth" documentary (73:12)
- Production Photos (70images)
Visual Effects:
- "Weta Digital" documentary (40:21)
- Visual Effects Demonstration: "The Mumakil Battle" (0:30) (7 Angles) (with Optional Commentary)
Post Production - Journey's End:
- "Editorial: Completing The Trilogy" documentary (21:20)
- "Music For Middle-Earth" documentary (22:02)
- "The Soundscapes Of Middle-Earth" documentary (22:12)
- "The End Of All Things" documentary (20:37)
"The Passing Of An Age" documentary (24:10)
Cameron Duncan - The Inspiration For 'Into The West':
- "Cameron Duncan: The Inspiration For 'Into the West'" documentary (32:23)
- Short Films:
---- "DFK6498" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (4:38)
---- "Strike Zone" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (11:17) -
Subtitles:English HoH, Portuguese
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-ES 6.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Special Case
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Notes:Packaged in a 4-Disc Digi-Pack (featuring Production Sketches and Artwork) housed in a Stiff Custom Slipcase with Leathery Texture.
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Easter eggs:*DISC ONE: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "The Siege Of Gondor". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to a Spoof Interview with Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood (8:59).
*DISC TWO: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "Fan Club Credits". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to an "MTV Movie Awards" Clip involving Ben Stiller and Peter Jackson (5:50).
*DISCS THREE and FOUR: Go to the Main Menu and press [Down] from the last choice to highlight the icon at the centre of the bottom. Press [Enter] to access the DVD Production Credits. -
Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Extended Version part 1
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC TWO
* The Film - Extended Version part 2
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC THREE "The Appendices Part Five - The War of the Ring"
Introduction (by Peter Jackson) (1:29)
"J.R.R. Tolkien: The Legacy Of Middle-Earth" documentary (28:16)
From Book To Script:
- "From Book To Script: Forging The Final Chapter" documentary (23:56)
- Abandoned Concept: 'Aragorn Battles Sauron' (5:03)
Designing And Building Middle-Earth:
- "Designing Middle-Earth" documentary (38:20)
- "Big-atures" documentary (19:10)
- "Weta Workshop" documentary (47:24)
- "Costume Design" featurette (12:02)
- Design Galleries (2123images):
---- 'The Peoples Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'The Realms Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'Miniatures'
"Home Of The Horse Lords" documentary (30:14)
Middle-Earth Atlas feature (Map of Middle-Earth)
New Zealand As Middle-Earth: (15:19)
- East Ithilien
- Dunharrow
- Paths Of The Dead
- The Pelennor Fields
- The Black Gate
- Mordor
DISC FOUR "The Appendices Part Six - The Passing of an Age"
Introduction (by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan) (1:35)
Filming The Return Of The King:
- "Cameras In Middle-Earth" documentary (73:12)
- Production Photos (70images)
Visual Effects:
- "Weta Digital" documentary (40:21)
- Visual Effects Demonstration: "The Mumakil Battle" (0:30) (7 Angles) (with Optional Commentary)
Post Production - Journey's End:
- "Editorial: Completing The Trilogy" documentary (21:20)
- "Music For Middle-Earth" documentary (22:02)
- "The Soundscapes Of Middle-Earth" documentary (22:12)
- "The End Of All Things" documentary (20:37)
"The Passing Of An Age" documentary (24:10)
Cameron Duncan - The Inspiration For 'Into The West':
- "Cameron Duncan: The Inspiration For 'Into the West'" documentary (32:23)
- Short Films:
---- "DFK6498" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (4:38)
---- "Strike Zone" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (11:17)
DISC FIVE
"Creating the Lord of the Rings Symphony - A Composers's Journey Through Middle-earth" documentary (53:03) -
Subtitles:English HoH, Portuguese
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-ES 6.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Special Case
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Notes:Packaged in a 4-Disc Digi-Pack (featuring Production Sketches and Artwork) housed in a Stiff Custom Slipcase with Leathery Texture.
Includes a collectible 'Minas Tirith' polystone keepsake Box (created by Sideshow Weta). -
Easter eggs:*DISC ONE: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "The Siege Of Gondor". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to a Spoof Interview with Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood (8:59).
*DISC TWO: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "Fan Club Credits". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to an "MTV Movie Awards" Clip involving Ben Stiller and Peter Jackson (5:50).
*DISCS THREE and FOUR: Go to the Main Menu and press [Down] from the last choice to highlight the icon at the centre of the bottom. Press [Enter] to access the DVD Production Credits. -
Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Theatrical Version
DISC TWO
"The Quest Fulfilled: A Director's Vision" Featurette (23:00)
"A Filmmaker's Journey: Making The Return of the King" Featurette (27:20)
"National Geographic Special - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" Documentary (51:44)
"lordoftherings.net" Featurettes
- Aragorn’s Destiny (3:25)
- Minas Tirith: Capital of Gondor (3:12)
- The Battle of Pelennor Fields (2:15)
- Samwise the Brave (4:32)
- Éowyn: White Lady of Rohan (3:44)
- Digital Horse Doubles (4:36)
Theatrical Trailers
- Trailer One (2:44)
- Trailer Two (0:53)
TV Spots ("Play All" option - 6:34)
- Heart/Frodo (0:30)
- Every Path (0:30)
- Test (0:30)
- Aragorn (0:30)
- Time (0:30)
- Every Step (0:30)
- Sword (0:30)
- Decided (0:30)
- Time Review (0:30)
- Decided Review (0:30)
- Step Golden Globes (0:30)
- Globe Noms (0:30)
- New Epic Globe (0:30)
"The Lord of the Rings Trilogy" Supertrailer (6:22)
"The Batttle for Middle-earth Continues - Video Games from EA" Featurette (3:03) -
Subtitles:Danish, English HoH, Finnish, Icelandic, Norwegian and Swedish
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:Comes with Slip case.
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film
DISC TWO
"The Quest Fulfilled: A Director's Vision" featurette (23:00)
"A Filmmaker's Journey: Making The Return of the King" featurette (27:20)
"The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" National Geographic Special (51:44)
“Lordoftherings.net" Featurettes (21:44)
- Aragorn’s Destiny (3:25)
- Minas Tirith: Capital of Gondor (3:12)
- The Battle of Pelennor Fields (2:15)
- Samwise the Brave (4:32)
- Éowyn: White Lady of Rohan (3:44)
- Digital Horse Doubles (4:36)
Theatrical Trailers
- Spanish Trailer One (3:03)
- Trailer Two (0:53)
TV Spots (Play All - 6:34)
- Heart/Frodo (0:30)
- Every Path (0:30)
- Test (0:30)
- Aragorn (0:30)
- Time (0:30)
- Every Step (0:30)
- Sword (0:30)
- Decided (0:30)
- Time Review (0:30)
- Decided Review (0:30)
- Step Golden Globes (0:30)
- Globe Noms (0:30)
- New Epic Globe (0:30)
"The Lord of the Rings Trilogy" Super trailer (6:22)
"The Battle for Middle-earth Continues: Video Games from EA" Featurette [in Spanish] (3:00) -
Subtitles:English, Spanish (optional)
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Aspect Ratio:2.39:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1 EX -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:Includes a 6 page booklet.
Extras are in English with Spanish subtitles except where noted. -
Special thanks to Rewind user Matthew B Harrah for providing these specifications.
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Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Extended Version part 1
Audio Commentary by The Director (Peter Jackson) And Writers (Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens)
Audio Commentary by The Design Team (John Howe, Alan Lee, Grant Major, Tania Rodger, Richard Taylor, Dan Hennah, Chris Henna, and Angela Dickson)
Audio Commentary by The Production/ Post-Production Team (Barrie Osborne, Rick Porras, Mark Ordesky, Christian Rivers, Randall William Cook, Joe Letteri, Alex Funke, Brian Van't Hull, Jim Rygiel, Howard Shore, Ethan Van Der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Annie Collins, and Jamie Selkirk)
Audio Commentary by The Cast (Sean Astin (Sam), Orlando Bloom (Legolas), Billy Boyd (Pippin), Bernard Hill (Theoden), Christopher Lee (Saruman), Lawrence Makoare (el Rey Brujo), Ian McKellen (Gandalf ), Dominic Monaghan (Merry), John Noble (Denethor), Miranda Otto (Eowyn), John Rhys-Davies (Gimli), Liv Tyler (Arwen), Karl Urban (Eomer), Hugo Weaving (Elrond), David Wenham (Faramir), Elijah Wood (Frodo), and Andy Serkis (Smeagol/Gollum))
DISC TWO
* The Film - Extended Version part 2
Audio Commentary by The Director (Peter Jackson) And Writers (Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens)
Audio Commentary by The Design Team (John Howe, Alan Lee, Grant Major, Tania Rodger, Richard Taylor, Dan Hennah, Chris Henna, and Angela Dickson)
Audio Commentary by The Production/ Post-Production Team (Barrie Osborne, Rick Porras, Mark Ordesky, Christian Rivers, Randall William Cook, Joe Letteri, Alex Funke, Brian Van't Hull, Jim Rygiel, Howard Shore, Ethan Van Der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Annie Collins, and Jamie Selkirk)
Audio Commentary by The Cast (Sean Astin (Sam), Orlando Bloom (Legolas), Billy Boyd (Pippin), Bernard Hill (Theoden), Christopher Lee (Saruman), Lawrence Makoare (el Rey Brujo), Ian McKellen (Gandalf ), Dominic Monaghan (Merry), John Noble (Denethor), Miranda Otto (Eowyn), John Rhys-Davies (Gimli), Liv Tyler (Arwen), Karl Urban (Eomer), Hugo Weaving (Elrond), David Wenham (Faramir), Elijah Wood (Frodo), and Andy Serkis (Smeagol/Gollum))
Official Fan Club of "The Lord of the Rings" [after credits] (10:04) (text)
DISC THREE "The Appendices Part Five - The War of the Ring"
Play All Option (219:32)
Introduction (by Peter Jackson) (1:29)
"J.R.R. Tolkien: The Legacy Of Middle-Earth" documentary (28:16)
From Book to Script:
- "From Book to Script: Forging the Final Chapter" documentary (24:02)
- Abandoned Concept: 'Aragorn Battles Sauron' (5:04)
Designing And Building Middle-Earth:
- "Designing Middle-Earth" documentary (38:20)
- "Big-atures" documentary (19:11)
- "Weta Workshop" documentary (47:25)
- "Costume Design" featurette (12:03)
- Design Galleries (2123 Images):
---- 'The Peoples Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'The Realms Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'Miniatures'
"Home of the Horse Lords" documentary (30:15)
Middle-Earth Atlas feature (Map of Middle-Earth)
New Zealand as Middle-Earth (15:19)
- East Ithilien
- Dunharrow
- Paths of the Dead
- The Pelennor Fields
- The Black Gate
- Mordor
DISC FOUR "The Appendices Part Six - The Passing of an Age"
Play All Option (223:59)
Introduction (by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan) (1:36)
Filming The Return Of The King:
- "Cameras in Middle-Earth" documentary (73:15)
- Production Photos (69 images)
Visual Effects:
- "Weta Digital" documentary (42:01)
- Visual Effects Demonstration: "The Mumakil Battle" (0:29) (7 Angles) (with Optional Commentary)
Post Production - Journey's End:
- "Editorial: Completing the Trilogy" documentary (21:20)
- "Music for Middle-Earth" documentary (22:03)
- "The Soundscapes of Middle-Earth" documentary (22:11)
- "The End of All Things" documentary (20:38)
"The Passing Of An Age" documentary (24:11)
Cameron Duncan - The Inspiration for 'Into the West’:
- "Cameron Duncan: The Inspiration for 'Into the West'" documentary (32:24)
- Short Films:
---- "DFK6498" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (4:38)
---- "Strike Zone" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (11:17) -
Subtitles:English, Spanish (optional)
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Aspect Ratio:2.39:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-ES 6.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1 EX -
Case type:Digipak
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Notes:Includes a 12 page booklet.
Extras are in English with Spanish subtitles. -
Easter eggs:*DISC ONE: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "The Siege Of Gondor". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to a Spoof Interview with Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood (8:36).
*DISC TWO: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "Fan Club Credits". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to an "MTV Movie Awards" Clip involving Ben Stiller and Peter Jackson (5:39). -
Special thanks to Rewind user Matthew B Harrah for providing these specifications.
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Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Theatrical Version
DISC TWO
"The Quest Fulfilled: A Director's Vision" Featurette (23:00)
"A Filmmaker's Journey: Making The Return of the King" Featurette (27:20)
"National Geographic Special - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" Documentary (51:44)
"lordoftherings.net" Featurettes
- Aragorn’s Destiny (3:25)
- Minas Tirith: Capital of Gondor (3:12)
- The Battle of Pelennor Fields (2:15)
- Samwise the Brave (4:32)
- Éowyn: White Lady of Rohan (3:44)
- Digital Horse Doubles (4:36)
Theatrical Trailers
- Trailer One (2:44)
- Trailer Two (0:53)
TV Spots ("Play All" option - 6:34)
- Heart/Frodo (0:30)
- Every Path (0:30)
- Test (0:30)
- Aragorn (0:30)
- Time (0:30)
- Every Step (0:30)
- Sword (0:30)
- Decided (0:30)
- Time Review (0:30)
- Decided Review (0:30)
- Step Golden Globes (0:30)
- Globe Noms (0:30)
- New Epic Globe (0:30)
"The Lord of the Rings Trilogy" Supertrailer (6:22)
"The Batttle for Middle-earth Continues - Video Games from EA" Featurette (3:03) -
Subtitles:English
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Keep Case
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Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Extended Version part 1
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC TWO
* The Film - Extended Version part 2
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC THREE "The Appendices Part Five - The War of the Ring"
Introduction (by Peter Jackson) (1:29)
"J.R.R. Tolkien: The Legacy Of Middle-Earth" documentary (28:16)
From Book To Script:
- "From Book To Script: Forging The Final Chapter" documentary (23:56)
- Abandoned Concept: 'Aragorn Battles Sauron' (5:03)
Designing And Building Middle-Earth:
- "Designing Middle-Earth" documentary (38:20)
- "Big-atures" documentary (19:10)
- "Weta Workshop" documentary (47:24)
- "Costume Design" featurette (12:02)
- Design Galleries (2123images):
---- 'The Peoples Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'The Realms Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'Miniatures'
"Home Of The Horse Lords" documentary (30:14)
Middle-Earth Atlas feature (Map of Middle-Earth)
New Zealand As Middle-Earth: (15:19)
- East Ithilien
- Dunharrow
- Paths Of The Dead
- The Pelennor Fields
- The Black Gate
- Mordor
DISC FOUR "The Appendices Part Six - The Passing of an Age"
Introduction (by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan) (1:35)
Filming The Return Of The King:
- "Cameras In Middle-Earth" documentary (73:12)
- Production Photos (70images)
Visual Effects:
- "Weta Digital" documentary (40:21)
- Visual Effects Demonstration: "The Mumakil Battle" (0:30) (7 Angles) (with Optional Commentary)
Post Production - Journey's End:
- "Editorial: Completing The Trilogy" documentary (21:20)
- "Music For Middle-Earth" documentary (22:02)
- "The Soundscapes Of Middle-Earth" documentary (22:12)
- "The End Of All Things" documentary (20:37)
"The Passing Of An Age" documentary (24:10)
Cameron Duncan - The Inspiration For 'Into The West':
- "Cameron Duncan: The Inspiration For 'Into the West'" documentary (32:23)
- Short Films:
---- "DFK6498" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (4:38)
---- "Strike Zone" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (11:17) -
Subtitles:English HoH
-
Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
-
Picture Format:Anamorphic
-
TV System:PAL
-
Soundtrack(s):English DTS-ES 6.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Special Case
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Notes:Packaged in a 4-Disc Digi-Pack (featuring Production Sketches and Artwork) housed in a Custom Slipcase. The "Elvish Language" Captions that appear throughout The Film are 'Player Generated' (rather than the original 'Burnt-In' Captions).
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Easter eggs:*DISC ONE: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "The Siege Of Gondor". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to a Spoof Interview with Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood (8:59).
*DISC TWO: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "Fan Club Credits". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to an "MTV Movie Awards" Clip involving Ben Stiller and Peter Jackson (5:50).
*DISCS THREE and FOUR: Go to the Main Menu and press [Down] from the last choice to highlight the icon at the centre of the bottom. Press [Enter] to access the DVD Production Credits. -
Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Extended Version part 1
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC TWO
* The Film - Extended Version part 2
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC THREE "The Appendices Part Five - The War of the Ring"
Introduction (by Peter Jackson) (1:29)
"J.R.R. Tolkien: The Legacy Of Middle-Earth" documentary (28:16)
From Book To Script:
- "From Book To Script: Forging The Final Chapter" documentary (23:56)
- Abandoned Concept: 'Aragorn Battles Sauron' (5:03)
Designing And Building Middle-Earth:
- "Designing Middle-Earth" documentary (38:20)
- "Big-atures" documentary (19:10)
- "Weta Workshop" documentary (47:24)
- "Costume Design" featurette (12:02)
- Design Galleries (2123images):
---- 'The Peoples Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'The Realms Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'Miniatures'
"Home Of The Horse Lords" documentary (30:14)
Middle-Earth Atlas feature (Map of Middle-Earth)
New Zealand As Middle-Earth: (15:19)
- East Ithilien
- Dunharrow
- Paths Of The Dead
- The Pelennor Fields
- The Black Gate
- Mordor
DISC FOUR "The Appendices Part Six - The Passing of an Age"
Introduction (by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan) (1:35)
Filming The Return Of The King:
- "Cameras In Middle-Earth" documentary (73:12)
- Production Photos (70images)
Visual Effects:
- "Weta Digital" documentary (40:21)
- Visual Effects Demonstration: "The Mumakil Battle" (0:30) (7 Angles) (with Optional Commentary)
Post Production - Journey's End:
- "Editorial: Completing The Trilogy" documentary (21:20)
- "Music For Middle-Earth" documentary (22:02)
- "The Soundscapes Of Middle-Earth" documentary (22:12)
- "The End Of All Things" documentary (20:37)
"The Passing Of An Age" documentary (24:10)
Cameron Duncan - The Inspiration For 'Into The West':
- "Cameron Duncan: The Inspiration For 'Into the West'" documentary (32:23)
- Short Films:
---- "DFK6498" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (4:38)
---- "Strike Zone" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (11:17)
DISC FIVE
"Creating the Lord of the Rings Symphony - A Composers's Journey Through Middle-earth" documentary (53:03) -
Subtitles:English HoH
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-ES 6.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Special Case
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Notes:Dual-Coded R2/R4. 5-Disc "Collector's Gift Set". Packaged in a 4-Disc Digi-Pack (featuring Production Sketches and Artwork) housed in a Custom Slipcase (with the Bonus DVD separate). The "Elvish Language" Captions that appear throughout The Film are 'Player Generated' (rather than the original 'Burnt-In' Captions).
Includes a collectible 'Minas Tirith' polystone keepsake Box (created by Sideshow Weta). -
Easter eggs:*DISC ONE: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "The Siege Of Gondor". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to a Spoof Interview with Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood (8:59).
*DISC TWO: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "Fan Club Credits". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to an "MTV Movie Awards" Clip involving Ben Stiller and Peter Jackson (5:50).
*DISCS THREE and FOUR: Go to the Main Menu and press [Down] from the last choice to highlight the icon at the centre of the bottom. Press [Enter] to access the DVD Production Credits. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Extended Version part 1 (127:33)
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC TWO
* The Film - Extended Version part 2 (135:25)
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC THREE "The Appendices Part Five - The War of the Ring"
Introduction (by Peter Jackson) (1:33)
"J.R.R. Tolkien: The Legacy Of Middle-Earth" documentary (29:29)
From Book to Script
- "From Book to Script: Forging the Final Chapter" documentary (25:02)
- Abandoned Concept: 'Aragorn Battles Sauron' (5:18)
Designing And Building Middle-Earth
- "Designing Middle-Earth" documentary (39:57)
- "Big-atures" documentary (19:59)
- "Weta Workshop" documentary (47:23)
- "Costume Design" featurette (12:03)
- Design Galleries (2123 images):
---- 'The Peoples Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'The Realms Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'Miniatures'
"Home of the Horse Lords" documentary (30:16)
Middle-Earth Atlas feature (Map of Middle-Earth)
New Zealand as Middle-Earth
- East Ithilien (2:57)
- Dunharrow (2:11)
- Paths of the Dead (2:15)
- The Pelennor Fields (2:58)
- The Black Gate (2:24)
- Mordor (3:22)
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC FOUR "The Appendices Part Six - The Passing of an Age"
Introduction (by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan) (1:40)
Filming The Return Of The King
- "Cameras in Middle-Earth" documentary (73:08)
- Production Photos (69 images)
Visual Effects
- "Weta Digital" documentary (42:01)
- Visual Effects Demonstration: "The Mumakil Battle" (0:31) (7 Angles) (with Optional Commentary)
Post Production - Journey's End
- "Editorial: Completing the Trilogy" documentary (22:14)
- "Music for Middle-Earth" documentary (22:02)
- "The Soundscapes of Middle-Earth" documentary (22:09)
- "The End of All Things" documentary (21:29)
"The Passing Of An Age" documentary (25:11)
Cameron Duncan - The Inspiration for 'Into the West'
- "Cameron Duncan: The Inspiration for 'Into the West'" documentary (32:21)
- Short Films:
---- "DFK6498" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (4:38)
---- "Strike Zone" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (11:16)
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks) -
Subtitles:Cantonese, English, Mandarin
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:NTSC
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-ES 6.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Special Case
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Notes:12-Page Booklet (with Fold-Out Appendices Map) (English)
12-Page Booklet (Chinese)
Packaged in a 4-Disc Digi-Pack (featuring Production Sketches and Artwork) housed in a Stiff Custom Slipcase with Leathery Texture. The "Elvish Language" Captions that appear throughout The Film are the original 'Burnt-In' Captions. -
Easter eggs:*DISC ONE: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "The Siege Of Gondor". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to a Spoof Interview with Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood (8:59).
*DISC TWO: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "Fan Club Credits". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to an "MTV Movie Awards" Clip involving Ben Stiller and Peter Jackson (5:50).
*DISCS THREE and FOUR: Go to the Main Menu and press [Down] from the last choice to highlight the icon at the centre of the bottom. Press [Enter] to access the DVD Production Credits. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Theatrical Version
DISC TWO
"The Quest Fulfilled: A Director's Vision" Featurette (23:00)
"A Filmmaker's Journey: Making The Return of the King" Featurette (27:20)
"National Geographic Special - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" Documentary (51:44)
"lordoftherings.net" Featurettes
- Aragorn’s Destiny (3:25)
- Minas Tirith: Capital of Gondor (3:12)
- The Battle of Pelennor Fields (2:15)
- Samwise the Brave (4:32)
- Éowyn: White Lady of Rohan (3:44)
- Digital Horse Doubles (4:36)
Theatrical Trailers
- Trailer One (2:44)
- Trailer Two (0:53)
TV Spots ("Play All" option - 6:34)
- Heart/Frodo (0:30)
- Every Path (0:30)
- Test (0:30)
- Aragorn (0:30)
- Time (0:30)
- Every Step (0:30)
- Sword (0:30)
- Decided (0:30)
- Time Review (0:30)
- Decided Review (0:30)
- Step Golden Globes (0:30)
- Globe Noms (0:30)
- New Epic Globe (0:30)
"The Lord of the Rings Trilogy" Supertrailer (6:22)
"The Batttle for Middle-earth Continues - Video Games from EA" Featurette (3:03) -
Subtitles:English HoH and Greek
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Keep Case
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Notes:2 Disc set. Also region 2 encoded.
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Extended Version part 1
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC TWO
* The Film - Extended Version part 2
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC THREE "The Appendices Part Five - The War of the Ring"
Introduction (by Peter Jackson) (1:29)
"J.R.R. Tolkien: The Legacy Of Middle-Earth" documentary (28:16)
From Book To Script:
- "From Book To Script: Forging The Final Chapter" documentary (23:56)
- Abandoned Concept: 'Aragorn Battles Sauron' (5:03)
Designing And Building Middle-Earth:
- "Designing Middle-Earth" documentary (38:20)
- "Big-atures" documentary (19:10)
- "Weta Workshop" documentary (47:24)
- "Costume Design" featurette (12:02)
- Design Galleries (2123images):
---- 'The Peoples Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'The Realms Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'Miniatures'
"Home Of The Horse Lords" documentary (30:14)
Middle-Earth Atlas feature (Map of Middle-Earth)
New Zealand As Middle-Earth: (15:19)
- East Ithilien
- Dunharrow
- Paths Of The Dead
- The Pelennor Fields
- The Black Gate
- Mordor
DISC FOUR "The Appendices Part Six - The Passing of an Age"
Introduction (by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan) (1:35)
Filming The Return Of The King:
- "Cameras In Middle-Earth" documentary (73:12)
- Production Photos (70images)
Visual Effects:
- "Weta Digital" documentary (40:21)
- Visual Effects Demonstration: "The Mumakil Battle" (0:30) (7 Angles) (with Optional Commentary)
Post Production - Journey's End:
- "Editorial: Completing The Trilogy" documentary (21:20)
- "Music For Middle-Earth" documentary (22:02)
- "The Soundscapes Of Middle-Earth" documentary (22:12)
- "The End Of All Things" documentary (20:37)
"The Passing Of An Age" documentary (24:10)
Cameron Duncan - The Inspiration For 'Into The West':
- "Cameron Duncan: The Inspiration For 'Into the West'" documentary (32:23)
- Short Films:
---- "DFK6498" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (4:38)
---- "Strike Zone" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (11:17) -
Subtitles:English HoH, Greek
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-ES 6.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Special Case
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Notes:Dual-Coded R2/R4. 5-Disc "Collector's Gift Set". Packaged in a 4-Disc Digi-Pack (featuring Production Sketches and Artwork) housed in a Custom Slipcase (with the Bonus DVD separate). The "Elvish Language" Captions that appear throughout The Film are 'Player Generated' (rather than the original 'Burnt-In' Captions).
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Easter eggs:*DISC ONE: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "The Siege Of Gondor". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to a Spoof Interview with Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood (8:59).
*DISC TWO: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "Fan Club Credits". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to an "MTV Movie Awards" Clip involving Ben Stiller and Peter Jackson (5:50).
*DISCS THREE and FOUR: Go to the Main Menu and press [Down] from the last choice to highlight the icon at the centre of the bottom. Press [Enter] to access the DVD Production Credits. -
Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE
* The Film - Extended Version part 1
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC TWO
* The Film - Extended Version part 2
Audio commentary with director Peter Jackson and writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens
Audio commentary with design team members Grant Major, Ngila Dickson, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee, John Howe, Dan Hennah, Chris Hennah and Tania Rodger
Audio commentary with production and post-production team members Barrie Osborne, Mark Ordesky, Jamie Selkirk, Annie Collins, Rick Porras, Howard Shore, Jim Rygiel, Ethan Van der Ryn, Mike Hopkins, Randy Cook, Christian Rivers, Brian Van't Hull, Alex Funke and Joe Letteri
Audio commentary with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, John Rhys-Davies, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Christopher Lee, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Lawrence Makoare, Smeagol and Gollum
DVD-ROM Features (including Weblinks)
DISC THREE "The Appendices Part Five - The War of the Ring"
Introduction (by Peter Jackson) (1:29)
"J.R.R. Tolkien: The Legacy Of Middle-Earth" documentary (28:16)
From Book To Script:
- "From Book To Script: Forging The Final Chapter" documentary (23:56)
- Abandoned Concept: 'Aragorn Battles Sauron' (5:03)
Designing And Building Middle-Earth:
- "Designing Middle-Earth" documentary (38:20)
- "Big-atures" documentary (19:10)
- "Weta Workshop" documentary (47:24)
- "Costume Design" featurette (12:02)
- Design Galleries (2123images):
---- 'The Peoples Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'The Realms Of Middle-Earth'
---- 'Miniatures'
"Home Of The Horse Lords" documentary (30:14)
Middle-Earth Atlas feature (Map of Middle-Earth)
New Zealand As Middle-Earth: (15:19)
- East Ithilien
- Dunharrow
- Paths Of The Dead
- The Pelennor Fields
- The Black Gate
- Mordor
DISC FOUR "The Appendices Part Six - The Passing of an Age"
Introduction (by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan) (1:35)
Filming The Return Of The King:
- "Cameras In Middle-Earth" documentary (73:12)
- Production Photos (70images)
Visual Effects:
- "Weta Digital" documentary (40:21)
- Visual Effects Demonstration: "The Mumakil Battle" (0:30) (7 Angles) (with Optional Commentary)
Post Production - Journey's End:
- "Editorial: Completing The Trilogy" documentary (21:20)
- "Music For Middle-Earth" documentary (22:02)
- "The Soundscapes Of Middle-Earth" documentary (22:12)
- "The End Of All Things" documentary (20:37)
"The Passing Of An Age" documentary (24:10)
Cameron Duncan - The Inspiration For 'Into The West':
- "Cameron Duncan: The Inspiration For 'Into the West'" documentary (32:23)
- Short Films:
---- "DFK6498" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (4:38)
---- "Strike Zone" (Directed by Cameron Duncan) (11:17)
DISC FIVE
"Creating the Lord of the Rings Symphony - A Composers's Journey Through Middle-earth" documentary (53:03) -
Subtitles:English HoH, Greek
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:Anamorphic
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TV System:PAL
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Soundtrack(s):English DTS-ES 6.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX
English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround -
Case type:Special Case
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Notes:Dual-Coded R2/R4. 5-Disc "Collector's Gift Set". Packaged in a 4-Disc Digi-Pack (featuring Production Sketches and Artwork) housed in a Custom Slipcase (with the Bonus DVD separate). The "Elvish Language" Captions that appear throughout The Film are 'Player Generated' (rather than the original 'Burnt-In' Captions).
Includes a collectible 'Minas Tirith' polystone keepsake Box (created by Sideshow Weta). -
Easter eggs:*DISC ONE: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "The Siege Of Gondor". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to a Spoof Interview with Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood (8:59).
*DISC TWO: Go to the last page of the Scene Selections Menu and Select "Fan Club Credits". Press [Down] to reveal a Hidden Ring Symbol. Press [Enter], and you'll get access to an "MTV Movie Awards" Clip involving Ben Stiller and Peter Jackson (5:50).
*DISCS THREE and FOUR: Go to the Main Menu and press [Down] from the last choice to highlight the icon at the centre of the bottom. Press [Enter] to access the DVD Production Credits. -
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OVERALL: Draw
Theatrical Cut:
Avoid the US "Fullscreen" edition as it contains a cropped version of the film. Otherwise all 2-disc editions have the same extras. Only minor language differences.
The US/German Limited Edition releases include both cuts of the film with an exclusive lengthy documentary.
Extended Cut:
The US, UK, Portuguese, and Australian 5-disc Collector's Edition Gift Sets for the bonus disc documentary and English DTS-ES sound. Note the UK edition does not include the easter eggs. Avoid the German Extended Edition as it does not include the English DTS-ES track.
The US/German Limited Edition releases includes both cuts of the film with an exclusive lengthy documentary.
Differences between the Extended and Theatrical versions can be found at Movie-Censorship:
- Comparison Part 1
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CUTS:
- R1 Extended Edition America- New Line Home Entertainment - No cuts - Extended Version (262:58 NTSC).
- R1 Extended Edition Collector's Gift Set America- New Line Home Entertainment - No cuts - Extended Version (262:58 NTSC).
- R1 Fullscreen America- New Line Home Entertainment - No cuts - Theatrical version (200:45 NTSC).
- R1 Limited Edition America- New Line Home Entertainment - No cuts - includes both Extended and Theatrical versions.
- R1 Widescreen America- New Line Home Entertainment - No cuts - Theatrical version (200:45 NTSC).
- R2 France- Metropolitan - No cuts - Theatrical Version.
- R2 Germany- Warner Home Video - No cuts - Theatrical Version
- R2 Extended Edition Germany- Warner Home Video - No cuts - Extended Version (252:01 PAL).
- R2 Limited Edition Germany- Warner Home Video - No cuts - includes both Extended (241:17 PAL) and Theatrical versions (192:37 PAL).
- R2 Holland- A-Film - No cuts - Theatrical Version.
- R2 Extended Edition Portugal- LNK - No cuts - Extended Version (252:01 PAL).
- R2 Extended Edition Collector's Gift Set Portugal- LNK - No cuts - Extended Version (252:01 PAL).
- R2 Scandinavia- SF/FS Film - No cuts - Theatrical Version.
- R2 Spain- Sony Pictures Home Entertainment - No cuts - Theatrical version (192:47 PAL).
- R2 Extended Version Spain- Sony Pictures Home Entertainment - No cuts - Extended version (372:22 PAL).
- R2 United Kingdom- Entertainment In Video - No cuts - Theatrical Version.
- R2 Extended Edition United Kingdom- Entertainment In Video - No cuts - Extended Version (252:01 PAL).
- R2 Extended Edition Collector's Gift Set United Kingdom- Entertainment In Video - No cuts - Extended Version (252:01 PAL).
- R3 Extended Edition Hong Kong- Deltamac - No cuts - Extended Version (262:58 NTSC).
- R4 Australia- Roadshow Home Entertainment - No cuts - Theatrical Version.
- R4 Extended Edition Australia- Village Roadshow - No cuts - Extended Version (252:01 PAL).
- R4 Extended Edition Collector's Gift Set Australia- Village Roadshow - No cuts - Extended Version (252:01 PAL).
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Comparison added by Jari_Kovalainen on 08/03/04
Comparison last updated by James-Masaki_Ryan on 04/05/20UPDATE LOG:
08/03/04: Initial entry.
Please ensure you read our disclaimer.
31/12/13: Fixed a few minor typos.
02/04/17: Combined theatrical/extended entries, US LE, German LE.
04/01/20: Updated title.
03/05/20: Added Spain.
04/05/20: Added Spain Extended.
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