The Ring Thing (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 5.1

Released in 2004, The Ring Thing is a comedy film directed by Mark Schippert, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Middle Earth is... right in the heart of Europe! A spoof of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy set in Switzerland.
Who’s in it. The Ring Thing stars Gwendolyn Rich as Grmpfli, Edward Piccin as Fredi, Leo Roos as Almgandhi and Sebastian Arenas as Rackaroll / Voice of Tree, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Ring Thing has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ring Thing page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ring Thing tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ring Thing (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ring Thing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ring Thing worth watching?
- The Ring Thing holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ring Thing?
- The Ring Thing stars Gwendolyn Rich, Edward Piccin, Leo Roos, Sebastian Arenas and Ralph Vogt.
- When was The Ring Thing released?
- The Ring Thing was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.
