The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

Gandalf and Aragorn lead the World of Men against Sauron's army to draw his gaze from Frodo and Sam as they approach Mount Doom with the One Ring.

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Grosses

Domestic (33.1%)
$377,027,325

International (66.9%)
$763,654,686

Worldwide
$1,140,697,968

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Summary Details

Opening$72,629,713
3,703 theaters

Budget$94,000,000

Release DateDec 17, 2003 - Jun 3, 2004

MPAAPG-13

Running Time3 hr 21 min

GenresAction Adventure Drama Fantasy

In Release381 days/54 weeks

Widest Release3,703 theaters

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