This Lord of the Rings Film's Disastrous Box Office Haul Isn't as Bad as Fans Think

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This Lord of the Rings Film's Disastrous Box Office Haul Isn't as Bad as Fans Think

^{Published on 2025-01-11 01:44:41 - MSN}

The Animated LOTR film didn't do well in it's opening week but the reason why has nothing to do with its story or quality.

The article from MSN discusses the box office performance of "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," the second installment in Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit" trilogy. Despite being labeled as a "disaster" by some fans due to its lower earnings compared to its predecessor, "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" actually performed quite well. It grossed over $959 million worldwide, making it the fourth highest-grossing film of 2013. The film's earnings were impacted by several factors including a shorter theatrical window due to an early digital release, competition from other major releases like "Frozen," and a general audience fatigue towards the extended Middle-earth saga. However, when considering inflation and the context of its release, the film's financial outcome isn't as dire as some might claim, especially given its substantial earnings and the fact that it still managed to turn a profit.

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