Lord of the Rings Drinking Game Rules
Make the long journey to Mordor more fun with the Lord of the Rings drinking game. Pick a film, follow the rules, and take a sip whenever someone mentions the Ring, Frodo looks worried, or Sam saves the day.
The rules below work for any movie in the trilogy. Scroll down for a set tuned to each film. Settle in for an extended-edition night and drink responsibly.
How to Play the Lord of the Rings Drinking Game
These rules work for any film in the trilogy. Perfect for a long extended-edition marathon.
- Take a sip whenever the Ring is mentioned or shown.
- Drink when Frodo looks pained or reaches for the Ring.
- Take a sip every time Sam calls Frodo "Mr. Frodo."
- Drink when Gollum says "precious."
- Take a sip when someone mentions Mordor or Sauron.
- Drink whenever Legolas pulls off an impossible move.
- Take a sip when Gimli talks up the dwarves or counts a kill.
- Take a sip during a sweeping shot of the landscape.
- Drink when Gandalf gives a warning or a piece of advice.
- Take a sip when the hobbits talk about food or a meal.
- Finish your drink when an army or rescue arrives just in time.
Lord of the Rings Drinking Game Rules by Movie
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you play the Lord of the Rings drinking game?
Pick a film and follow the saga-wide rules above, or open a single movie page for rules made for that film. Each rule tells you when to drink. The films are long, so go slow and drink responsibly.
Which Lord of the Rings movie is best for a drinking game?
The Fellowship of the Ring is the most fun to start with because it introduces the whole group. The Return of the King gives you the biggest battles and payoffs to drink to.
Can I play without alcohol?
Yes. Swap in soda, water, or a mocktail and the rules play the same. A three-film marathon is actually easier to enjoy that way.