The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

As Bilbo Baggins approaches his 111th birthday, he takes pen to paper to recount his extraordinary journey from sixty years ago. This tale is intended for his nephew Frodo, reflecting on the incredible adventures that would shape not just their family legacy, but the fate of many.

Long before Bilbo's adventures, Dwarf king Thrór reigns over the Lonely Mountain, bringing wealth and prosperity to his people. However, this era of peace meets a cataclysmic end when the dragon Smaug arrives, bringing destruction to the nearby town of Dale and forcing the Dwarves into exile.

The fearsome dragon Smaug attacks, wreaking havoc upon the peaceful town of Dale. In the aftermath, the Dwarves abandoned their home and great treasure, fostering a deep-seated animosity within Thorin for those who failed to assist them, particularly the Wood-elves.

In the Shire, a reluctant Bilbo Baggins is pressured by the wizard Gandalf to host a dinner for Thorin and a group of Dwarves. Gandalf secretly aims to recruit Bilbo as the burglar of their expedition to reclaim the Lonely Mountain, which Bilbo initially resists.

After the Dwarves set off without him, Bilbo feels a change of heart and races to join them the following day. His journey to adventure begins, prompting a series of extraordinary events that will challenge his character and resolve.

The company faces immediate danger when they are captured by three Trolls. Bilbo demonstrates remarkable bravery by stalling the Trolls until dawn, allowing Gandalf to arrive and turn them to stone with the light of day.

Exploring the Trolls’ cave, the Dwarves come across a cache of Elven weapons. Thorin takes Orcrist and Gandalf claims Glamdring, while Bilbo is gifted an Elven dagger, marking the start of their armament for the challenges ahead.

Radagast the Brown locates Gandalf to share dire news regarding a powerful sorcerer known as the Necromancer who is corrupting the forests of Greenwood. This ominous revelation adds a layer of urgency to their quest.

To evade a horde of Orcs, Gandalf leads the company to the hidden refuge of Rivendell. Here, they meet with Lord Elrond, who deciphers a secret on their map that can only be seen on Durin's Day, crucial for their journey.

Gandalf meets with the White Council, including Elrond, Galadriel, and Saruman the White. They discuss the rising threat of Sauron indicated by a Morgul blade, emphasizing the significance of their expedition against impending darkness.

In the Misty Mountains, the company encounters Stone Giants and seeks shelter in a cave, only to become captives of Goblins. They are dragged before the Great Goblin, signaling a dire turn in their adventure.

Separated from the group, Bilbo encounters the creature Gollum and unwittingly acquires a magical ring that grants him invisibility. In a tense game of riddles for his freedom, Bilbo cleverly outwits Gollum, showcasing his emerging cleverness.

Just as hope seems lost, Gandalf intervenes, rescuing the Dwarves and defeating the Great Goblin. Bilbo reunites with the company and decides to keep the ring a secret from them, marking a pivotal moment in his development.

The company faces a fierce ambush by the Orc leader Azog and his kin, forcing them to flee to the treetops for safety. In a harrowing encounter, Thorin is injured, prompting Bilbo to step up and save him, solidifying his role in the group.

As the group continues their journey, they catch sight of the Lonely Mountain in the distance. A thrush's persistent pecking awakens the dragon Smaug, signaling that their quest to reclaim the mountain will soon face its greatest challenge.