Théoden — The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Character Profile

About Théoden

King of Rohan who overcomes manipulation to lead his people.

Théoden — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Leadership, Horsemanship, Combat, Inspiration

• Strength: 7/10
• Intelligence: 7/10
• Charisma: 8/10
• Morality: 8/10
• Influence: 9/10

Affiliations

• Tolkien's legendarium

Quick Facts about Théoden

Occupation

monarch

Manner of Death

Death in battle

Théoden's Known Relations

• Morwen Steelsheen — Mother
• Thengel — Father
• Théodred — Child
• Théodwyn — Sibling
• Elfhild — Spouse
• Sauron — Enemy
• Saruman — Enemy

Théoden appears in 2 titles

• The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) — character page
• The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)

Character Facts

Played by

Bernard Hill

Appears in

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Théoden — Family Niece — Éowyn (Miranda Otto)
• Théoden — Alliance Ally — Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen)

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