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AngryLittleAlchemist said:
TallSilhouette said:

The theatrical cuts are better paced and edited, but the extended cut contains plenty more great footage that helps round out the story. I think the theatrical cuts make for better first time viewing, then any fans should definitely check out the extended cut after.

 

MrWayne said:

Good question, I think the first and especially the second film benefits a lot from the extended cut but don't watch them when you're already sleepy

 

MrWayne said:

Yeah that's maybe the best way to consume them the first time.

Alright, thanks for your help guys !!! Look forward to watching them soon!

I’d actually say you miss too much by watching just the theatrical cuts. And that Return of the King actually benefits the most from the extended editions instead of the other two. In it, there’s a couple plot-points that get wrapped up less rushed and more satisfactory. Can’t really go wrong, but I’d pick the extended editions.