The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002), certificate 12

AT A GLANCE

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is a 2002 fantasy film directed by Peter Jackson, certificate 12, 179 minutes long. To own it on Apple TV in the UK cost £7.99 on 14 October 2026, or £3.49 to rent.

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Why it is worth your time

The Fellowship scatters; Gollum arrives; Helm’s Deep falls under rain at night. The middle chapter, and the one with the best battle.

The details

Released: 2002
Director: Peter Jackson
BBFC certificate: 12
Running time: 179 minutes
Shelf: 2000s
Buy (Apple TV): £7.99
Rent (Apple TV): £3.49

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The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers: quick answers

What is The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers rated in the UK?

12, according to its UK store listing (BBFC).

How long is The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers?

179 minutes: 2 hours and 59 minutes.

Who directed The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers?

Peter Jackson, in 2002.

Rating, length and today’s prices: Apple’s British iTunes listing, checked 2026-10-14. Poster © its owner, shown only to identify the film.