Top Lord of the Rings Gifts for Adult Fans This Year

The Lord of the Rings has captivated audiences since the 1950s through its books, movies, and now television, fostering a fandom that spans generations. This makes it an ideal starting point for finding the perfect gift in 2025. With a plethora of options available for Lord of the Rings enthusiasts, we've curated a selection of the best gifts across various interests, from essential book and movie sets to a wide range of collectibles.

Gifts for Fans of the Books

Our Top Pick: The Lord of the Rings Illustrated

Our top recommendation for Lord of the Rings readers is this stunning 1,248-page compilation of the full trilogy, featuring 30 maps and sketches illustrated by Tolkien himself. With unique cover art and red-sprayed edges, this edition of Tolkien's fantasy saga is not only a visual delight but also a cherished addition to any bookshelf, encapsulating one of the most beloved works of fantasy.

For those seeking the ultimate experience, there's also a deluxe illustrated edition available at a higher price point.

The Lord of the Rings Four-Book Set

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The Lord of the Rings Four-Book Pocket Set

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The Hobbit Illustrated

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The Atlas of Middle-earth

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An Unexpected Cookbook: The Unofficial Book of Hobbit Cookery

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Gifts for Fans of the Movies

Our Top Pick: The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy: One Ring Gift Box

Our top choice is a recent release from last December. This collection includes both the theatrical and extended cuts of all three Lord of the Rings movies, packaged in faux-leather and accompanied by a high-quality replica of the One Ring, engraved with the iconic Elvish text: "One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them, One Ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them."

For those on a budget, there are numerous other Lord of the Rings 4K and Blu-ray collections available.

The Hobbit Trilogy Blu-ray

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Prime Video

This membership provides access to Prime Video, the exclusive platform for watching the new Lord of the Rings television series, The Rings of Power.

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Gifts for Fans of LEGO

Our build of the Rivendell set

Our Top Pick: LEGO Icons The Lord of The Rings: Rivendell

The top Lord of the Rings LEGO set we recommend is a majestic depiction of the Elven settlement Rivendell, complete with 15 minifigures and movable models of key locations like Frodo’s bedroom and the Council of Elrond. This 6,167-piece set is sure to keep its new owner engaged throughout the season. Kevin Wong, a LEGO enthusiast and builder, described the set as "an epic tribute to Fellowship" in his LEGO build guide from earlier this year.

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Other notable LEGO sets include Barad-dûr, the second massive-scaled set designed around the Lord of the Rings movie trilogy.

LEGO Icons The Lord of the Rings: Barad-dûr

For the serious LEGO enthusiast, this 5,471-piece set of the Dark Tower stands 32.5” tall and includes 10 character minifigures, including Sauron, Frodo, and Gollum.

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Editor's Note: There's a more affordable LEGO alternative of this set featured in our Lord of the Rings puzzle guide.

LEGO BrickHeadz Gandalf the Grey & Balrog

A more budget-friendly option for Lord of the Rings fans is this 348-piece set featuring Gandalf and a Balrog, reminiscent of their epic battle in The Fellowship of the Ring.

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LEGO BrickHeadz Aragorn & Arwen

Alternatively, LEGO offers this 261-piece set of the heroic lovers Aragorn and Arwen.

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For more LEGO options, check out what's on sale during LEGO Black Friday.

Gifts for Fans of Board Games

Our Top Pick: War of the Ring

Our top choice for experienced board game players is War of the Ring, an expertly crafted strategy game for 2–4 players that pits the armies of the Free Peoples against those of the Shadows in a battle for Middle-earth.

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The Lord of the Rings Adventure Book Game

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The Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth

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The Lord of the Rings Monopoly

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The Lord of the Rings Chess Set

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Gifts for Fans of Magic the Gathering

Our Top Pick: Lord of the Rings Two-Deck Starter Kit

The Lord of the Rings starter kit offers two gifts in one: the cards themselves and the ability to immediately start playing with two ready-to-play, 60-card decks. Priced at $20, it's an excellent value and our top pick for those eager to learn Magic the Gathering with a friend. Don't miss our comprehensive Magic the Gathering gift list, which also highlights these LOTR-themed items!

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Tales of Middle-earth Scene Boxes

A memorable gift for MtG collectors, these boxes include six foil borderless cards that combine to create scenes from The Lord of the Rings. They also come with a display easel to showcase the six-card scene and three booster packs.

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Tales of Middle-Earth Riders of Rohan Commander Deck

This product contains everything needed to start playing the Commander format: a regulation-sized deck (100 cards) led by Aragorn and Éowyn, a two-card Collector Booster Sample pack, a life tracker, deck box, and more.

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Tales of Middle-earth Set Booster Box

For the dedicated MtG fan, the Tales of Middle-earth set booster box includes 30 Lord of the Rings-themed packs.

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Gifts for Collectors

Our Top Pick: Mouth Of Sauron 1:1 Scale Art Mask

Straight from the IGN Store, this highly detailed 1:1 replica of the Mouth of Sauron is a collector's dream. The painted sculpt of the Mouth of Sauron’s helmet and lower face stands at 26" tall and features an LED-lit base depicting the Mordor Gate Tower.

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Green Elven Mug

For the coffee or tea enthusiast in your life, this officially licensed Lord of the Rings mug is inscribed with Elven text.

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Bendable Sauron Figure

This affordable figure of the Dark Lord Sauron stands at 7” tall. Its detailed design makes it worthy of display, while its detachable base and bendable limbs make it equally suitable for play.

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