There and Back Again: An Unexpected Journey Through 31 Lord of the Rings Memes

John Summers • Contributor

Jun 29, 2023 7:00 PM EDT

What if J.R.R. Tolkien's masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings, was crafted in our meme-infused digital age? Imagine a Gandalf who doubles as a social media influencer, posting daily wisdom under #YouShallNotPass. Picture Frodo updating his status: 'Mountain climbing at Mount Doom, wish me luck! 🌋 #OneRingChallenge.' Aragorn would be trending on TikTok with his 'How to be a King' vlogs, and Gollum would undoubtedly have his own ASMR YouTube channel, whispering 'my precious' to millions of subscribers. Get ready for this unexpected journey through the realm of Middle-Earth memes!

If we lived in this alternate reality, perhaps Sony would be plotting a standalone Saruman movie, filled with wizardly wisdom and enigmatic enchantments, while Disney+ premiered a binge-worthy series about Tom Bombadil's groovy adventures in the Old Forest. Now, wouldn't that be something to blow the Horn of Gondor about?

We've combed through the vast expanses of the internet, from the top of the Tower of Orthanc to the depths of Moria, and rounded up 31 hilarious LOTR memes that even Sauron himself couldn't resist sharing. Forget about finding that elusive single ring, we're delivering a treasure trove of giggles and guffaws right to your doorstep. So sit back, grab a pint at the Green Dragon, and let's dive into the unexpected hilarity of Middle-Earth!