35 Lord of the Rings Memes That Prove Middle-earth Has the Best Meme Community

John Summers • Contributor

Jan 19, 2025 9:00 PM EST

I've said it before, and I'll say it again: the Lord of the Rings meme community is hands down the best on the internet. No contest. These are the folks who consistently create the smartest, funniest, and most original memes, all while staying true to the heart and humor of Middle-earth. Whenever I'm on the hunt for fresh memes, I know I can always count on this community to deliver the goods—and they never miss.

What sets the LOTR meme community apart? For me, it's the overwhelming positivity. While some other fandoms (cough Star Wars cough) are infamous for their mean-spirited, divisive humor, LOTR memes are always inclusive, lighthearted, and just plain delightful. There's no gatekeeping, no toxic "fan wars"—just fans lovingly poking fun at the world Tolkien created. It feels like the meme equivalent of a hobbit's warm welcome at the Green Dragon Inn.

These 35 memes are a testament to that creativity and joy. From Gandalf's wisdom (and questionable fireworks safety) to Boromir's endlessly quotable moments, these memes are bound to make any fan laugh like they've just seen Pippin trying to cook second breakfast. So grab some lembas and enjoy the best memes in all of Middle-earth!