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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

Movie·2012·Adventure, Fantasy, Action·2h 49m·7.4 (19,676)·Directed by Peter Jackson

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Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit enjoying his quiet life, is swept into an epic quest by Gandalf the Grey and thirteen dwarves who seek to reclaim their mountain home from Smaug, the dragon.

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Martin FreemanMartin FreemanBilbo BagginsIan McKellenIan McKellenGandalf the GreyRichard ArmitageRichard ArmitageThorin OakenshieldJames NesbittJames NesbittBofurKen StottKen StottBalinSylvester McCoySylvester McCoyRadagast the BrownBarry HumphriesBarry HumphriesThe Great GoblinDean O'GormanDean O'GormanFili

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