The first 8 minutes of the new Lord of the Rings anime movie, titled “The War of the Rohirrim,” have been released online for free, and early reactions from fans are overwhelmingly positive. Many are expressing excitement on social media, eagerly anticipating the film’s release. If you’re interested, you can watch the clip that showcases the opening scenes of this animated prequel.

The clip begins with a man caught in a blizzard, encountering a mysterious and terrifying beast.Following a vicious attack, a survivor informs the kingdom’s leader that “he” has killed everyone with his bare hands.The footage depicts a dark, snowy winter enveloping the kingdom, with Orcs gathering rings to take to Mordor.Viewers get a glimpse of the main character, Héra Hammerhand, voiced by Gaia Wise.

• The movie is set to hit theaters on December 13, 2024.
• The film is directed by Kenji Kamiyama and features a talented voice cast, including:
  • Brian Cox as Helm Hammerhand
  • Gaia Wise as Héra
  • Luke Pasqualino as Wulf
  • Miranda Otto reprising her role as Éowyn, who narrates the story.

Fans have taken to social media to express their enthusiasm, with comments like “Wow I can’t wait!” and GIFs of characters from the original trilogy applauding the new project.

“The War of the Rohirrim” is set 183 years before the events of the original Lord of the Rings trilogy.The story revolves around Helm Hammerhand, the King of Rohan, as he defends his kingdom against Wulf, a Dunlending lord seeking vengeance.Héra, Helm’s daughter, must lead the resistance against Wulf’s forces in a desperate battle for survival.

This new addition to the Lord of the Rings universe is generating significant buzz, and fans are eager to see how the story unfolds.