Smaug the Fire-Drake The Hobbit Trilogy

Wētā Workshop was thrilled to return to Middle-earth once again; contributing design, specialty props and specialty costumes to the epic trilogy that was The Hobbit. It takes hundreds of hours to design, sculpt model make, mold, and paint the prototype for each new Middle-earth piece. Whether it be a prop replica, beautiful environment, or iconic character, we treat our collectibles with the same level of care and attention to detail that we bring to our film work. As a living incarnation of dread, magnificent in excess, and gluttonous beyond restraint, Smaug knew no equal in the lands of Dwarves and Men. Beneath the steep, snowy slopes of the mountain of Erebor, the Dwarves of the Durin’s tribe unearthed jewels and gold beyond their dreams. The riches of the Mountain made King Thrór of the Longbeards unfathomably wealthy; extending his reach and influence far into the wide lands of Middle-earth. But while many paid homage to the powerful Dwarf Lord, jealousy and gold-lust kindled fire