
And then there's his unique anatomy, which has eluded even the most dedicated Tolkien fans. Some of these special characteristics have to do with his iconic way of speaking. Not only did he have a vital role to play in the story, but Gollum also impacted audiences greatly due to his unique attributes. He has invaded our hearts, minds, and even our souls thanks to his tragic story and complex sense of self. After all, this is the series that gave us Frodo, Gandalf, Aragorn, Galadriel, Sam, Legolas, and Arwen- but Gollum truly stands out amongst them. There are a ton of characters who we love from The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.


The skulking creature may have had a smaller role in The Hobbit, but he was an absolutely essential antagonist in The Lord of The Rings trilogy.
