
John Rhys-Davies
Self - also narrator


Join National Geographic for a compelling exploration of the realworld parallels to the events and characters brought to life in the epic motion picture The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. Discover the legacy of history's "reluctant heroes" and their striking resemblance to the film's characters. Compare the roles of "wise counselors" like Gandalf, and powerful friendships like that of Frodo and Sam, to their historic counterparts. Thrilling film footage illustrates how historychanging events are reflected in the film's story of courage and camaraderie triumphing over impossible odds. Insights from leading historians, field experts and members of the filmmaking team make this a musthave addition to every Lord of the Rings collection!
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John Rhys-Davies
Self - also narrator

Elijah Wood
Self

Hugo Weaving
Self

Peter Jackson
Self

Ian McKellen
Self
Jock Ferguson
Self - William Wallce Re-enactor
Fiona Watson
Self - Scottish Historian
Michael Drout
Self - Tolkien Expert
Susan Doran
Self - Oxford University
David Loades
Self - Author, 'Elizabeth I'

Theodore Roosevelt
Self
Tweed Roosevelt
Self - Theodore Roosevelt's Great-Grandson
Michael Zuckerman
Self - Benjamin Franklin Expert

Christopher Lee
Self

Tsar Nicholas II
Self

Tsarina Alexandra
Self
Richard Pipes
Self - Russian Historian

Vladimir Lenin
Self