Middle-earth is the definitive, deepest, richest and most beloved fantasy world of our time. As its stewards and custodians, our goal is to consistently deliver a wealth of great content in both new, and known formats; to ensure Middle-earth’s rightful place as the world’s leading fantasy IP and brand, forever. Inspired by our deep appreciation for the fictional world created by Professor Tolkien, we are dedicated to working with those providing highest quality products in accordance with best green business and sustainability practices, including fair trade, equality in the workplace, and a commitment to protect our earth, its wondrous beauty and the viability of every living creature. Middle-earth Enterprises was acquired by the Embracer Group in 2022, and has been producing and licensing films, merchandise, electronic games, services, and live events and stage productions, based upon The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit books, for half a century.
The Embracer Group's Middle-earth Enterprises, LLC, owns exclusive worldwide rights to motion picture, merchandising, stage and other rights inThe Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings books. In 1969, United Artists acquired the rights toThe Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit from their author, Professor J.R.R. Tolkien. The Saul Zaentz Company acquired the rights from United Artists in 1976, and The Embracer Group acquired Middle-earth Enterprises in October 2022