The Hobbit Drinking Game
Hosting a Hobbit-themed party and in need of fresh ideas? Our guide to the drinking game offers many possibilities for a drinking game. We've compiled a list of scenes and moments in the movie where you must drink. Remember to take it slow, or you might end up like Bombur at the feast!
✍️ July 11, 2024
Every worm has its weak spot… and for some people, it happens to be alcohol. If you’re a fan of the world-renowned fantasy epic, The Hobbit, and love a good drinking game, this guide is for you.
So, host a Hobbit night and prepare your favorite brews because we’ve compiled a list of scenes and moments from the movie where you have to drink. Remember to pace yourself, or you might end up like Bombur at the feast!
👉 Looking for more movies to drink to? Check out our article for more movie drinking games ideas!
How to Play The Hobbit Drinking Game
This game can be played while watching any of the three movies in The Hobbit series. Here’s what you’ll need:
- A copy of The Hobbit trilogy
- Drinks of your choice
- Lots of free time!
1. Set up your drinks.
Gather your drinks and make sure they’re cold! Each player should have their own designated drink in their hand. This could be a bottle of beer, a glass of wine, or even a non-alcoholic beverage for those who don’t drink.
2. Follow the rules.
Every time one of the following moments happens in the movie, everyone playing must follow the corresponding rule and do the respective actions:
Take a drink when…
- Gandalf gets pissed off
- A named character is killed
- Narration leads into a flashback
- Someone speaks in a language other than English
Take a drink when you see…
- Gold
- A new type of creature
- A wide, sweeping shot of the countryside
- An actor or actress from the original Lord of the Rings films
Take a drink when someone says…
- Hobbit
- Erebor
- The name of a dwarf
- Dwarf / Dwarves
Chug your drink when…
- Bilbo Baggins leaves the Shire
3. Choose your characters (optional!)
Players can either take turns drinking as different characters or stick with one character throughout the game. Some popular choices include Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf, Thorin Oakenshield, and Smaug. Here’s how each character could drink:
- Bilbo Baggins: Take a sip whenever he looks nervous or uncomfortable.
- Gandalf: Take a drink whenever he gives important advice or uses magic.
- Thorin Oakenshield: Drink every time he mentions his quest for Erebor or shows signs of greed.
- Smaug: Chug your drink during any scene with the dragon (but be careful; this might lead to drinking an entire bottle!)
The Hobbit Drinking Game Rules
The above rules are just suggestions and can be modified to fit your preferences. You can add or change new rules to make the game more challenging. Here are some additional ideas:
Extend the game:
- Take a drink every time the One Ring is mentioned or shown.
- Take two sips whenever Gandalf smokes his pipe.
- Drink for the duration of any musical number in the movie.
Make it a team effort:
- Divide players into teams and compete to see who finishes their drinks first when specific events occur. For example, Team Hobbit vs Team Dwarf!
- Assign different roles to each player (e.g., designated driver, refill person) to ensure everyone stays safe and hydrated throughout the game.
Add penalties:
- If you break one of the rules, take an extra drink or do a dare assigned by other players.
- Make up your own set of penalties for breaking rules or losing games within the game!
The Hobbit Drinking Game is a fun way to enhance your movie-watching experience. Drink responsibly and have a great time with your friends! Cheers to an unexpected drunken journey through Middle Earth!
