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Series Freshness: Feb 07, 2026

The Making of The Lord of the Rings Collection

Created by filmmaker Costa Botes (personally selected by Peter Jackson), this documentary uses raw footage to reveal the inside story on how the greatest adventure film franchise was born. Originally included as a bonus feature with "The Lord of the Rings - Limited Edition" DVD sets, later rarely released again.

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★ 8.8 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The The Making of The Lord of the Rings Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 2 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 3 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 8.8/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 8.8. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," The Making of The Lord of the Rings Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with The Making of 'The Fellowship of the Ring' standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.

Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal

Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the The Making of The Lord of the Rings Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the The Making of The Lord of the Rings Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

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The Making of 'The Fellowship of the Ring'

The Making of 'The Fellowship of the Ring'

2002★ 8.8SUPER HIT

A behind-the-scenes documentary on the making of 2001's "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring." Created by filmmaker Costa Botes, personally select...

2
The Making of 'The Two Towers'

The Making of 'The Two Towers'

2003★ 8.8SUPER HIT

A behind-the-scenes documentary on the making of 2002's "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers." Created by filmmaker Costa Botes, personally selected by direct...

3
The Making of 'The Return of the King'

The Making of 'The Return of the King'

2004★ 8.8SUPER HIT

A behind-the-scenes documentary on the making of 2003's "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King." Created by filmmaker Costa Botes, personally selected ...

Common Questions about The Making of The Lord of the Rings Collection

How many movies are in the The Making of The Lord of the Rings Collection?

There are currently 3 movies in the The Making of The Lord of the Rings Collection, starting from The Making of 'The Fellowship of the Ring' to the latest release, The Making of 'The Return of the King'.

What is the best order to watch the The Making of The Lord of the Rings Collection?

The best way to watch the The Making of The Lord of the Rings Collection is usually in release order: starting with The Making of 'The Fellowship of the Ring' and ending with The Making of 'The Return of the King'. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the The Making of The Lord of the Rings Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for The Making of 'The Fellowship of the Ring' in this franchise.