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Top Lord of the Rings Gifts for Adult Fans in 2023

by Carter May 13,2025

Since the 1950s, The Lord of the Rings has captivated audiences through its books, movies, and now television, fostering a dedicated fandom that spans generations. This makes it the perfect theme for finding the One Gift in 2025. Whether you're shopping for avid readers, movie buffs, LEGO enthusiasts, board game players, Magic the Gathering fans, or collectors, there's a vast array of options tailored to different interests. We've curated the best gifts to help you find the perfect present.

Gifts for Fans of the Books

Our Top Pick: The Lord of the Rings Illustrated

3 The full The Lord of the Rings saga with illustrations by Tolkien. See it at Barnes & Noble

Our top recommendation for book lovers is this stunning 1,248-page collection of the entire trilogy, featuring 30 maps and sketches personally illustrated by J.R.R. Tolkien. Adorned with unique cover art and red-sprayed edges, this edition is not only a visual treat but also a cherished addition to any bookshelf. It encapsulates one of the greatest and most beloved fantasy works. For those seeking the ultimate experience, a deluxe illustrated edition is available at a higher price point.

Gifts for Fans of the Movies

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

0 Extended cuts of all three The Lord of the Rings movies with a replica One Ring. See it at Amazon

Our top pick for movie enthusiasts is this relatively new release from last December. It includes both the theatrical and extended cuts of all three The Lord of the Rings films, encased in faux-leather packaging. The set also comes with 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 looking for more affordable options, there are numerous other Lord of the Rings 4K and Blu-ray collections available.

The Hobbit Trilogy Blu-ray

0 The extended editions of all three The Hobbit movies in one package. See it at Amazon

Prime Video

0 This membership grants access to Prime Video, the exclusive place to watch the new Lord of the Rings television series, The Rings of Power. See it at Amazon

Gifts for Fans of LEGO

Our build of the Rivendell set!

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

1 LEGO Icons set depicting the Elven settlement Rivendell. See it at Amazon

Our top recommendation for LEGO fans is this magnificent set depicting the Elven settlement of Rivendell. It includes 15 minifigures and movable models of key locations like Frodo's bedroom and the Council of Elrond. With 6,167 pieces, this set is sure to provide hours of engaging building time. Kevin Wong, a LEGO enthusiast and builder, described it as "an epic tribute to Fellowship" in his recent LEGO build guide.

Other notable LEGO sets include Barad-dûr, the second large-scale set inspired by the Lord of the Rings movie trilogy.

LEGO Icons The Lord of the Rings: Barad-dûr

3 For the serious LEGO lover in your life, this 5,471-piece set of the Dark Tower stands 32.5” tall and includes 10 character minifigures, including Sauron, Frodo, and Gollum. See it at LEGO

Editor's Note: For a more budget-friendly option, check out our Lord of the Rings puzzle guide for an alternative LEGO set.

LEGO BrickHeadz Gandalf the Grey & Balrog

0 A more reasonably priced option for Lord of the Rings fans is this 348-piece set of Gandalf and a balrog, calling back to the duo’s battle in The Fellowship of the Ring. See it at Amazon

LEGO BrickHeadz Aragorn & Arwen

0 Alternatively, LEGO offers this 261-piece set of heroic lovers Aragorn and Arwen. See it at Amazon

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

1 An advanced Lord of the Rings strategy game for 2 to 4 players. See it at Amazon

Our top pick 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.

The Lord of the Rings Adventure Book Game

1 See it at Target

The Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth

0 See it at Amazon

The Lord of the Rings Monopoly

0 See it at Amazon

The Lord of the Rings Chess Set

0 See it at Amazon

Gifts for Fans of Magic the Gathering

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

1 Magic the Gathering starter kit including two Lord of the Rings-themed decks. See it at Amazon

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

Tales of Middle-earth Scene Boxes

0 A memorable gift for MtG collectors, these boxes include six foil borderless cards that combine to create scenes from The Lord of the Rings. Also included is a display easel to showcase the six-card scene and three booster packs to boot. See it at Amazon

Tales of Middle-Earth Riders of Rohan Commander Deck

0 This product contains everything one needs 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. See it at Amazon

Tales of Middle-earth Set Booster Box

0 For the MtG fanatic in your life, the Tales of Middle-earth set booster box includes 30 Lord of the Rings-themed packs. See it at Amazon

Gifts for Collectors

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

1 A highly detailed painted sculpt of the Mouth of Sauron’s helmet and lower face. See it at IGN Store

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.

Green Elven Mug

1 For the coffee or tea drinker in your life: an officially licensed Lord of the Rings mug inscribed with Elven text. See it at Amazon

Bendable Sauron Figure

0 This affordable figure of the Dark Lord Sauron stands at 7” tall. Its detail makes it worthy of displaying, while its detachable base and bendable limbs make it equally well-suited for play. See it at Amazon

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