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J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit

J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit

5.5

45 votes

June 30, 1967

12m

Animation
Fantasy
Adventure

Overview

This short film is the first film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's 1937 novel, The Hobbit. The film is a considered an "ashcan copy" as it was made quickly and cheaply by the producer to keep the rights to to the material.

Directed by

Gene Deitch

Where to watch

In United States

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Cast

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