I am a huge fan of The Lord of the Rings trilogy. I read the books way back when and the movies go above and beyond in keeping true the characters, the story, and Middle-earth. I don't think that you have to be a huge fantasy film fan to enjoy this series. If you dig a good story then you'll find the time to make it through all three films. Completely worth the watch. Just talking about it makes me want to spend a day doing nothing but watching all three over again.