Get Exclusive Popcorn Buckets When ‘The Lord of the Rings Extended Editions’ Head Back to Theaters in January 2026. Fathom Entertainment and Warner Bros. Pictures just announced that Peter Jackson’s Extended Editions of The Lord of the Rings trilogy are returning to theaters in January 2026. Fathom is releasing limited-edition popcorn vessels. They’ll be different depending on where you go:
AMC Theatres: You can get a special Collectible Map Tin that comes with a Quest Magnet Set.
Regal & Independent Theatres: These spots will have a popcorn collectible styled after the famous “One Ring” design as part of the celebration for the 25th anniversary of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Popcorn Buckets were not as big of a deal when the movie first hit theaters 25 years ago. Now, fans and collectors can get their hands on a Lord of the Rings popcorn tin and magnet.
You can catch all three films over two weekends next month. Head to Fathom Entertainment for more information!
- Weekend One (DBOX): January 16-18, 2026
- Weekend Two (Standard): January 23-25, 2026
If your local theater has DBOX, you can see the films with extra-immersive audio and motion on the first weekend, January 16th to 18th. That’s definitely the way to experience an epic trilogy like this.
Peter Jackson’s award-winning “The Lord of the Rings Trilogy” includes: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. The Trilogy tells the story of a meek hobbit of The Shire and eight companions setting out on a journey to Mount Doom to destroy the One Ring and the dark Lord Sauron.
