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The 1978 Animated Adaptations of THE LORD OF THE RINGS and THE HOBBIT Are Coming to Max
GeekTyrantStory by Joey Paur
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Cult classic '70s animated LotR and Hobbit films make long-awaited streaming debut, giving fantasy fans a retro fix on Max.
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- The 1978 Ralph Bakshi-directed animated adaptation of The Lord of the Rings and the 1977 Rankin/Bass animated take on The Hobbit are finally hitting streaming, giving a new generation a chance to discover these quirky cult classics.
- These beloved but obscure adaptations feature iconic voice work from the likes of John Hurt, William Squire, and Cyril Ritchard - and fans are buzzing to see these retro takes on Middle-earth in crisp HD.
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Ralph Bakshi, John Hurt, William Squire, Cyril Ritchard, Max, The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit