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Looking for the Hobbit

2014·Show
5Episodes in1Season
IMDb6.7

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Looking for the Hobbit fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle5
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Awe-inspiring and nostalgic

  • Wonder9
  • Nostalgia8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, fantasy, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

À la recherche du Hobbit (French for Looking for the Hobbit) is an exploratory documentary series directed by Olivier Simonnet in 2014, in which illustrator John Howe, story-teller Nicolas Mezzalira, and Professor Leo Carruthers of the University of Paris-Sorbonne explore real-world settings and famous myths that inspired J.R.R. Tolkien's mythology. The documentary explores many locations of Medieval significance.
Documentary SeriesTolkien MythologyMedieval HistoryLiterary ExplorationMyth & LegendCultural InspirationScholarly InsightsWorld TravelFantasy Roots

Crew

Directed by:
Olivier Simonnet

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Looking for the Hobbit

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Where can I stream Looking for the Hobbit legally?

PrimeThe RokuAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsFawesomeCineverseAmazon MX Player

Looking for the Hobbit is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Fawesome, and Cineverse. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Looking for the Hobbit worth watching?

61
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Looking for the Hobbit have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 5 episodes.

Is Looking for the Hobbit based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Looking for the Hobbit air?

It ran from 2014 to 2014 and has ended.

What language is Looking for the Hobbit in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch Looking for the Hobbit?

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