Unlike the Lord of the Rings trilogy, which is near-universally acclaimed, Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit trilogy (2012–2014) remains polarizing.

"The Hobbit," a fantasy adventure film directed by Peter Jackson, was released in 2012 to critical acclaim and commercial success. The film, based on J.R.R. Tolkien's classic novel, grossed over $1 billion worldwide and spawned two sequels, "The Desolation of Smaug" (2013) and "The Battle of the Five Armies" (2014). The trilogy's success can be attributed to its epic storytelling, stunning visuals, and memorable characters.