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The highly anticipated anime feature The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim earned $4.6 million during its opening weekend at the U.S. box office, securing the #5 spot. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, the film was screened across 2,602 theaters in the United States from Friday to Sunday.
Box Office Breakdown
The film’s earnings for its debut weekend are as follows:
- Friday: $2,025,000
- Saturday: $1,470,000
- Sunday: $1,105,000
The movie, produced on a reported budget of $30 million as noted by Variety, also performed internationally, where it grossed $2 million across 3,410 theaters in 31 territories.
Top-performing international markets include:
- Spain: $347,000
- Mexico: $239,000
- Thailand: $146,000
Global Performance
According to Box Office Mojo, the film’s worldwide total currently stands at $10.3 million, combining both domestic and international box office numbers.
Film Overview
Set 183 years before the events of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, The War of the Rohirrim explores the story of Helm Hammerhand, the legendary King of Rohan. The plot focuses on his kingdom’s struggle against Wulf, a vengeful Dunlending lord. As the conflict escalates, Helm’s daughter Héra rises to lead her people in defense of the Hornburg fortress, later known as Helm’s Deep.
Key Cast:
- Brian Cox as Helm Hammerhand
- Gaia Wise as Héra
- Luke Pasqualino as Wulf
- Miranda Otto as Éowyn (Narrator)
The film also features contributions from Philippa Boyens, a screenwriter for the original The Lord of the Rings trilogy, and includes voice clips of the late Sir Christopher Lee reprising his role as Saruman.
Industry Context
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim opened amidst competition, ranking above INTERSTELLA 5555: The 5tory of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem at #9, which earned $2.3 million. Meanwhile, Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- completed its theatrical run with a U.S. total of $3.35 million.
Despite strong competition, The War of the Rohirrim has shown promising early box office returns. With its combination of established lore, an all-star cast, and an international appeal, the film is set to build momentum as it continues its theatrical run worldwide.
