: The "Attack on Dol Guldur" is expanded, showing more of Galadriel and Saruman's power, and Gandalf is shown receiving his new staff from Radagast, better connecting the film to The Lord of the Rings . Critical Consensus
A quick word on availability: While Max (via HBO) has historically been the home for extended editions, always check the platform directly to confirm current availability in your region. The "new" in your search suggests you're looking for the best current option; the combination of Max and the major digital retailers is your answer. : The "Attack on Dol Guldur" is expanded,
So, with all this extra content, which version reigns supreme? The answer is clear: So, with all this extra content, which version
: One of the most baffling cuts from the theatrical version was the near-complete absence of a funeral for the film's tragic hero. The extended edition rectifies this with a heartbreakingly beautiful and poignant scene. We see the dwarves mourn their fallen king and company, with a statue of Thorin erected in the Halls of Erebor. It also shows the fates of Fíli and Kíli, and culminates in Bilbo placing the Arkenstone on Thorin's chest as a final tribute. This scene alone provides the emotional closure the theatrical cut sorely lacked. We see the dwarves mourn their fallen king
La conclusión de la trilogía dirigida por Peter Jackson, El Hobbit: La Batalla de los Cinco Ejércitos , marca el punto culminante del viaje de Bilbo Bolsón. Sin embargo, para los verdaderos fanáticos de la Tierra Media, la experiencia cinematográfica lanzada en 2014 dejó mucho material fuera. La no es solo un añadido de escenas; es la manera definitiva de experimentar el cierre de la saga, ofreciendo mayor contexto político, más violencia en la batalla y escenas clave de cierre de personajes.