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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

7.420122h 49mMMovieAdventureFantasyAction

Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit enjoying his quiet life, is swept into an epic quest by Gandalf the Grey and thirteen dwarves who seek to reclaim their mountain home from Smaug, the dragon.

DirectorPeter Jackson
WritersFran Walsh·Philippa Boyens
ProducersCarolynne Cunningham·Peter Jackson

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Availability shown for New Zealand · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Peter Jackson

Martin Freeman
Martin Freeman
Bilbo Baggins
Ian McKellen
Ian McKellen
Gandalf the Grey
Richard Armitage
Richard Armitage
Thorin Oakenshield
James Nesbitt
James Nesbitt
Bofur
Ken Stott
Ken Stott
Balin
Sylvester McCoy
Sylvester McCoy
Radagast the Brown
Barry Humphries
Barry Humphries
The Great Goblin
Dean O'Gorman
Dean O'Gorman
Fili
Aidan Turner
Aidan Turner
Kili
Graham McTavish
Graham McTavish
Dwalin
Adam Brown
Adam Brown
Ori
Peter Hambleton
Peter Hambleton
Gloin / William Troll

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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is streaming on MGM Plus in New Zealand, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey on Netflix?

No, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is not on Netflix in New Zealand as of August 2026. It's currently on MGM Plus.

Is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey on Amazon Prime Video?

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in New Zealand, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey for free?

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is available on MGM Plus in New Zealand, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?

Yes — The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is followed by The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013) in the Hobbit Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is the first film in the Hobbit Collection.

Is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey part of a trilogy?

Yes — The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is part of a trilogy, alongside The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013) and The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014).

How many movies are in the Hobbit Collection?

There are 3 films in the Hobbit Collection: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012), The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013) and The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014).