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The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

7.620132h 41mPG-13MovieFantasyAdventureAction

The Dwarves, Bilbo and Gandalf have successfully escaped the Misty Mountains, and Bilbo has gained the One Ring. They all continue their journey to get their gold back from the Dragon, Smaug.

DirectorPeter Jackson
WritersPhilippa Boyens·Peter Jackson
ProducersFran Walsh·Callum Greene

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Cast · Directed by Peter Jackson

IMIan McKellen
Ian McKellen
Gandalf the Grey
MFMartin Freeman
Martin Freeman
Bilbo Baggins
RARichard Armitage
Richard Armitage
Thorin Oakenshield
BCBenedict Cumberbatch
Benedict Cumberbatch
Smaug / Sauron
OBOrlando Bloom
Orlando Bloom
Legolas
ELEvangeline Lilly
Evangeline Lilly
Tauriel
LPLee Pace
Lee Pace
King Thranduil
LELuke Evans
Luke Evans
Bard / Girion
SFStephen Fry
Stephen Fry
The Master of Laketown
KSKen Stott
Ken Stott
Balin
JNJames Nesbitt
James Nesbitt
Bofur
MPMikael Persbrandt
Mikael Persbrandt
Beorn

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The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug?

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is streaming on HBO Max in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug on Netflix?

No, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

Is The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug on Amazon Prime Video?

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug for free?

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is available on HBO Max in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug?

Yes — The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is followed by The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014) in the Hobbit Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug?

Yes — The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) comes before The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug in the Hobbit Collection.

Is The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug part of a trilogy?

Yes — The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is part of a trilogy, alongside The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) 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).