Summary
- Eowyn confirms Middle-earth knows about the War of the Ring in The War of the Rohirrim, linking it to Peter Jackson's movies and honoring Frodo's legacy.
- Middle-earth likely knows what happened during the War of the Ring because of the soldiers who witnessed it and Bilbo's book.
- Frodo becoming a legend in Middle-earth makes his journey to the Undying Lands so much better.
The War of the Rohirrim trailer even sees her referencing the War of the Ring.
Eowyn mentions the War of the Ring as the footage transitions from clips of Peter Jackson's movies to new shots of the animated film. Her words are used as a segue to explain the conflict that happened 200 years earlier, and they directly connect The War of the Rohirrim to Warner Bros.' Lord of the Rings movies. For those looking for updates about Middle-earth's future after The Return of the King, they also offer a comforting confirmation about what comes next.
2024's Lord Of The Rings Movie Explained: What "War Of The Rohirrim" Means
Set many years before the events of The Lord of the Rings, the War of the Rohirrim follows one of the most influential leaders in Rohan's history.
Éowyn Confirms That Middle-earth Knows What Happened During The War Of The Ring
Frodo & The Fellowship's Legacy Lives On
Eowyn opens the trailer for The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim by telling us, "All Middle-earth knows the tale of the War of the Ring." She uses this to launch into another story, but this line is uplifting for longtime Lord of the Rings fans. The Lord of the Rings books and movies don't dive too deeply into what becomes of Middle-earth after Frodo's journey. Eowyn's words confirm that Middle-earth knows what unfolded during the War of the Ring. They understand who's responsible for defeating Sauron, as well as what kinds of sacrifices were made.
Frodo and the Fellowship deserve acknowledgment for their accolades during the War of the Ring, as they managed to do what no one else could.
Frodo and the Fellowship deserve acknowledgment for their accolades during the War of the Ring, as they managed to do what no one else could. We briefly see the Hobbits and Aragorn receive applause in The Return of the King, but it's nice to know their legacy lives on after. Eowyn doesn't get specific regarding how they're ed, but perhaps we'll learn more when The War of the Rohirrim hits theaters. It's not that surprising that everyone knows about the War of the Ring, but it is positive if this knowledge continues into the Fourth Age.
How People Know What Happened During The War Of The Ring
Word Of Mouth & Bilbo's Book Help Keep The Story Alive
Those wondering how Middle-earth knows about the War of the Ring can look to The Return of the King for answers. For one, many unnamed soldiers are seen fighting for Middle-earth throughout The Two Towers and The Return of the King. Although Jackson's movies don't offer insight into these background characters, they likely went home and talked about what they saw. This would help Frodo's story spread through word of mouth. Of course, there's no telling how embellished it is by the time the Fourth Age arrives.
Frodo also adds his own perspective to Bilbo's book in The Return of the King, and it's possible people learn about his story this way. This would be a nice touch for Lord of the Rings fans, as it ties Bilbo and Frodo's stories together and ensures they remain relevant long after both characters are gone. The fact that Frodo's journey becomes a legend gives even deeper meaning to The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. It also makes his ending in Return of the King so much better.
Middle-earth Turning The War Of The Ring Into A Legend Makes Frodo's Ending Even Better
Frodo Leaving Middle-earth Makes His Story More Mysterious
Frodo becoming a legend during Middle-earth's Fourth Age makes his Lord of the Rings ending even better, as he likely turns into a mysterious and idolized figure. Frodo goes to the Undying Lands after the events of The Return of the King, so his legacy will only live on through the rest of Middle-earth. While his friends and loved ones will maintain the accuracy of the stories while they're alive, Frodo will eventually take on a mythical quality. He deserves such an enormous legacy after everything he goes through, and it's pretty exciting to look at his story through that lens.
Those sad to see Frodo depart from Middle-earth can also rest, knowing that he continues to have a presence there after he goes to the Undying Lands.
Those sad to see Frodo depart from Middle-earth can also rest, knowing that he continues to have a presence there after he goes to the Undying Lands. Frodo won't be forgotten as Middle-age moves on; if anything, he'll become an even larger figure in the eyes of its people. It's the least he deserves for bearing the burden of the One Ring and saving Middle-earth from Sauron. It's nice to see The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim honoring his sacrifices.
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
- Release Date
- December 13, 2024
- Runtime
- 134 Minutes
- Director
- Kenji Kamiyama
WHERE TO WATCH
Set before the events of the original Lord of the Rings trilogy, The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim is an animated action-adventure fantasy film that follows a King of Rohan named Helm Hammerhand. When his home comes under siege by Dunlendings, Hammerhand prepares himself and his allies to fight back against them, with the war leading to the eventual establishment of Helm's Deep.
- Franchise(s)
- The Lord of the Rings
- Studio(s)
- New Line Cinema, Warner Bros. Animation, Sola Entertainment
- Distributor(s)
- Warner Bros. Pictures
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