Lord Denethor — The Return of the King Character Profile

About Lord Denethor

Despairing Steward of Gondor whose madness threatens the city's defense.

Lord Denethor — Character Profile

Alignment

Villain

Species

Other

Abilities

Stewardship, Palantir use, Despair, Command, Tragic flaw

• Strength: 4/10
• Intelligence: 7/10
• Charisma: 5/10
• Morality: 3/10
• Influence: 7/10

Character Facts

Played by

William Conrad

Appears in

The Return of the King (1980)

Role

Minor

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