Some free, ad-supported streaming services (FAST) occasionally license major films.
If you want the Extended Editions or 4K remasters without ads, you will need to use free trials. This method requires a credit card, but you can cancel immediately after watching. free lord of the rings movies
Max is the home of Middle-earth. They have both theatrical and extended cuts, plus all the behind-the-scenes appendices. Max offers a 7-day free trial for new subscribers. but worth a check.
Apple does not always include LOTR in its TV+ trial, but they offer 7-day free trials for the "Apple TV Channel" for Warner Bros. Sometimes you can bundle this. Less reliable than Max, but worth a check. free lord of the rings movies