The stench of burning flesh hangs heavy in the air, a grim testament to the scattering of the Fellowship. Frodo and Sam, driven by an unwavering oath, trudge deeper into the shadowed lands, their hope dwindling with each step towards Mordor. Meanwhile, Aragorn, ever the reluctant leader, rallies the scattered remnants of Rohan, his face etched with the weight of a war he never sought. The whispers of Saruman’s growing power reach even the golden halls of Edoras, twisting King Théoden’s mind with doubt and despair, orchestrated by the slithering Wormtongue. Yet, amidst the encroaching darkness, Legolas and Gimli, bound by an unlikely friendship, relentlessly hunt for Merry and Pippin, their courage a flickering flame against the encroaching night. The fate of Middle-earth hangs precariously, balanced on the edge of two looming towers, each a beacon of encroaching doom.
Movie Overview
Title | The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers |
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Release Date | 2002-12-18 |
Runtime | 179 minutes |
Genre | Adventure, Fantasy, Action |
Movie Cast
Name | Character |
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Elijah Wood | Frodo |
Ian McKellen | Gandalf |
Viggo Mortensen | Aragorn |
Sean Astin | Sam |
Andy Serkis | Gollum |
John Rhys-Davies | Gimli / Treebeard (voice) |
Orlando Bloom | Legolas |
Bernard Hill | Théoden |
Miranda Otto | Éowyn |
Dominic Monaghan | Merry |
Billy Boyd | Pippin |
Christopher Lee | Saruman |
Cate Blanchett | Galadriel |
Liv Tyler | Arwen |
Hugo Weaving | Elrond |
David Wenham | Faramir |
Brad Dourif | Wormtongue |
Karl Urban | Éomer |
Craig Parker | Haldir |
Bruce Allpress | Aldor |
John Bach | Madril |
Sala Baker | Man Flesh Uruk |
Jed Brophy | Sharku / Snaga |
Sam Comery | Eothain |
Calum Gittins | Haleth |
Phil Grieve | Hero Orc |
Bruce Hopkins | Gamling |
Paris Howe Strewe | Théodred |
Nathaniel Lees | Ugluk |
John Leigh | Háma |
Robbie Magasiva | Mauhúr |
Robyn Malcolm | Morwen |
Bruce Phillips | Rohan Soldier |
Robert Pollock | Mordor Orc |
Olivia Tennet | Freda |
Raymond Trickitt | Bereg |
Stephen Ure | Grishnakh |
Billy Jackson | Cute Rohan Refugee Child |
Katie Jackson | Cute Rohan Refugee Child |
Victoria Beynon-Cole | Hero Orc (uncredited) |
Lee Hartley | Hero Orc (uncredited) |
Frazer Anderson | Orc / Ranger (uncredited) |
Ben Barrington | Gondorian Soldier / Ranger / Orc (uncredited) |
Jarl Benzon | Elf Warrior / Rohan Stable Boy (uncredited) |
Jørn Benzon | Orolonn (uncredited) |
Owen Black | Rivendell Elf (uncredited) |
Dorothy Anne Bonner | Rohan Woman (uncredited) |
Ben Britton | Fereveldir (uncredited) |
Riley Brophy | Rohan Refugee Child (uncredited) |
Alistair Browning | Damrod (uncredited) |
Alix Bushnell | Rohan Refugee (uncredited) |
Sean Button | Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Ryan Carey | Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Rodney Cook | Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Augie Davis | Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Mana Hira Davis | Gondorian Soldier / Harad Warrior / Orc / Rohan Soldier / Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Shane Dawson | Harad Warrior / Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Karlos Drinkwater | Easterling Warrior (uncredited) |
Aron Eastwood | Rohan Soldier (uncredited) |
Frank Edwards | Rohan Man (uncredited) |
Clint Elvy | Harad Warrior (uncredited) |
Alexia Fairbrother | Elf Warrior (uncredited) |
Daniel Falconer | Elf Warrior / Rivendell Elf (uncredited) |
Siaosi Fonua | Orc / Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Kester Fordham | Anglor (uncredited) |
Michael Fowler | Elf (uncredited) |
Ben Fransham | Anendel / Thandronen (uncredited) |
Frank Goldingham | Rohan Refugee (uncredited) |
Winham Hammond | Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Jonathan Harding | Elf Warrior (uncredited) |
Lucas Hayward | Rohan Boy (uncredited) |
Dan Hennah | Rohan Recruit (uncredited) |
Jason Hood | Théoden’s Royal Guard (uncredited) |
Lani Jackson | Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Peter Jackson | Spear-Throwing Rohan Soldier (uncredited) |
Gareth Jensen | Elf Warrior (uncredited) |
Sam Kelly | Elf Warrior / Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Richard Knowles | Rohan Soldier (uncredited) |
Sandro Kopp | Elven Warrior (uncredited) |
Sam La Hood | Orc Pitmaster (uncredited) |
Don Langridge | Rohan Guard (uncredited) |
Michael Lawrence | Wildman (uncredited) |
Alan Lee | Rohan Recruit (uncredited) |
Dra McKay | Rohan Woman (uncredited) |
Joseph Mika-Hunt | Uruk-hai / Gondorian Soldier (uncredited) |
Dean Morganty | Haradrim Warrior / Ranger / Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Henry Mortensen | Rohan Boy Recruit (uncredited) |
Francis Mountjoy | Elf / Gondorian Soldier / Orc / Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Paul Norell | Easterling (uncredited) |
Barrie M. Osborne | Rock-throwing Rohan Soldier (uncredited) |
Allan Poppleton | Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Gareth Reeves | Fighting Elf (uncredited) |
Miranda Rivers | Rohan Refugee (uncredited) |
Campbell Rousselle | Tree-cutting Orc (uncredited) |
Matthew J. Saville | Gondorian Soldier (uncredited) |
Samuel E. Shore | Rohan Refugee / Elf (uncredited) |
Allan Smith | Dead Marshes Elf (uncredited) |
Greg Tozer | Conscripting Rohan Soldier (uncredited) |
Piripi Waretini | Uruk-hai Warrior (uncredited) |
Tim Wong | Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
John Wraight | Stable Hand (uncredited) |
Kelley Kerr Young | Rohan Refugee (uncredited) |
Robert Young | Uruk-hai (uncredited) |
Caleb Ross | Rohan Helms Deep Warrior (uncredited) |
Storyline
As the fellowship fractures, Frodo, burdened by the One Ring, continues his perilous journey towards Mordor with his loyal companion Sam, shadowed by the duplicitous Gollum whose craving for the Ring intensifies. Meanwhile, Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli relentlessly pursue the Uruk-hai who have kidnapped Merry and Pippin, their path leading them to the war-torn kingdom of Rohan. They encounter Éowyn, niece of King Théoden, whose spirit has been poisoned by the insidious influence of Saruman’s servant, Wormtongue. Through Gandalf’s timely arrival and intervention, Théoden is freed from Saruman’s spell, and Rohan prepares for an impending battle against the formidable Uruk-hai army amassing at Helm’s Deep. While Frodo struggles against the Ring’s increasing power and Gollum’s treacherous nature, the fate of Middle-earth hangs in the balance as the forces of good and evil converge in a desperate clash at Helm’s Deep, testing the strength and resolve of Aragorn, Théoden, and the people of Rohan against overwhelming odds, revealing the true extent of Saruman’s ambition and Sauron’s looming power. The film culminates with a Pyrrhic victory, revealing the true cost of war and setting the stage for the final confrontation.
Details
In the epic second chapter of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, “The Two Towers,” the fellowship is shattered, and Middle-earth stands on the brink of war. Frodo Baggins, portrayed by Elijah Wood, continues his perilous journey towards Mordor with his steadfast companion Sam (Sean Astin), guided by the treacherous Gollum (Andy Serkis), a creature consumed by the Ring’s power. Their path leads them through the Dead Marshes and towards the dark heart of Sauron’s realm. Meanwhile, Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen), Legolas (Orlando Bloom), and Gimli (John Rhys-Davies) relentlessly pursue the Uruk-hai who have captured Merry and Pippin, leading them to the war-torn kingdom of Rohan. Here, they encounter King Théoden (Bernard Hill), a ruler weakened by the insidious influence of Grima Wormtongue, and the valiant Éowyn (Miranda Otto), Théoden’s niece, who yearns for glory on the battlefield. As Saruman amasses his Uruk-hai army at Isengard, preparing to unleash them upon Middle-earth, the fate of Rohan, and indeed the entire realm, rests on the courage of a few heroes and the strength of their alliances in the face of overwhelming darkness. The film explores themes of loyalty, perseverance, and the corrupting nature of power, contrasting the hobbits’ arduous quest with the sweeping battles and political intrigue unfolding in Rohan.
FAQs
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What is the title of the movie?
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers.
What genre(s) does this movie belong to?
Adventure, Fantasy, and Action.
Who directed this movie?
Peter Jackson.
When was this movie released?
December 18, 2002.
What is the movie's overview about?
Frodo and the Fellowship continue their quest to destroy the One Ring, facing challenges at Orthanc Tower and Sauron's fortress in Mordor. Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli search for Merry and Pippin.
Who are some of the main actors in this film?
Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen, and Sean Astin.
What is the runtime of the movie?
179 minutes.
What is the tagline of the movie?
The fellowship is broken. The power of darkness grows...
What production companies were involved?
New Line Cinema, WingNut Films, and The Saul Zaentz Company.
What was the budget for this film?
79,000,000.