The War of the Rohirrim release date and key visual revealed

Key things

• The original anime film, The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohir, premieres on December 13, 2024, and explores a new chapter in Tolkien's lore.
• The film centers on King Helm Hammerhand, Hera and Wulf in Rohan and echoes the visuals of Peter Jackson's trilogy.
• Featuring characters from Tolkien's lore and new creations, the film expands on Rohan's mythology, helmed by director Kenji Kamiyama.

Middle-earth fans can look forward to something exciting this December, with Warner Bros The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohir. This original anime film, set almost two centuries ago lord of the rings trilogy, explores a lesser-known chapter in Tolkien's lore centered on the legendary King Helm Hammerhand.

Warner Bros. recently posted a poster for The Rohir Waroffering a glimpse into the vibrant world of Rohan. On the template are the central characters of the story: Helm Hammerhand, Shieldmaiden Hera and the antagonist Wulf.

The visuals paint a vivid contrast between Rohan's organized warriors and the wild Dunlendings, effectively setting the tone for the epic clashes to come. The anime's aesthetic clearly borrows from Peter Jackson's original film trilogy, a clear nod to the world-building that fans have come to appreciate over the years.

Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohir Release Date

The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohir it is scheduled to be released in theaters on December 13, 2024 in the US, with an international release starting on December 11.

The film was originally supposed to air in April 2024, but the date was pushed back due to industry-wide delays. The wait should be worth it, though, because Warner Bros. didn't settle for an OTT release, which means they're confident about the film's appeal. After its theatrical release, the film is expected to be available for streaming on Max, Warner Bros.' streaming service. Discovery.

The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohir Plot and Characters: Return to Helm's Deep

It takes place 183 years before the events of the year lord of the ringsThis film delves into the origin story of Helm's Deep and its founder, King Helm Hammerhand. It centers on Helm's battle against the vengeful Wulf, Lord Dunlending, whose actions lead to a brutal conflict that shapes the future of Rohan. The story explores Helm's strength and leadership in the midst of growing hostility, along with the struggle of his daughter Hera, a girl who seeks her own path amidst the chaos. Hera's story also draws parallels with other strong women in Rohan's history, particularly Éowyn.

This focus on characters based in Tolkien lore, combined with new faces created just for the film, aims to meaningfully expand the mythology of Rohan.

The team behind the scenes

The voice cast is led by Brian Cox as Helm Hammerhand, a perfect match for the mighty King of Rohan, with Gaia Wise portraying Hera and Luke Pasqualino as Wulf. Most importantly, fans will also hear Miranda Otto reprise her role as Éowyn to narrate the story.

Anime veteran Kenji Kamiyama, known for Ghost in the Shell and Blade Runner: The Black Lotushe directs the film. Screenplay by Phoebe Gittins and Arty Papageorgiou, story by Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews. In an effort to maintain continuity with previous adaptations, the film brings back notable talents such as Richard Taylor and John Howe, known for their work on Jackson lord of the rings trilogy.

Source: X.com