Meanwhile, the rest of the fellowship is scattered. Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen), Legolas (Orlando Bloom), and Gimli (John Rhys-Davies) pursue the kidnapped Merry (Dominic Monaghan) and Pippin (Billy Boyd), who were captured by the orcs. Along the way, they encounter Rohan, a kingdom under threat from Saruman (Christopher Lee), the corrupted wizard, and his army of orcs. They form an alliance with the kingdom’s king, Théoden (Bernard Hill), and help defend the land from Saruman’s forces in the epic Battle of Helm’s Deep.

Frodo and Sam, guided by the treacherous Gollum (Andy Serkis), who once owned the Ring, journey deeper into Mordor. Gollum, with his split personality—one part kind, the other malicious—becomes both a guide and a threat, as his obsession with the Ring grows. The bond between Frodo and Sam is tested, but their friendship remains crucial to the mission.

The Two Towers is known for its breathtaking visual effects, especially the iconic Battle of Helm’s Deep, where the forces of good make a desperate stand against Saruman’s orcs. The film also introduces new characters, such as Gollum and the mysterious Treebeard, the leader of the Ents, who plays a pivotal role in the final battle against Saruman.

The film delves deeper into themes of power, corruption, and sacrifice, as the characters grapple with their personal struggles and the weight of their mission. The emotional and physical challenges of the journey are brought to life through powerful performances, stunning cinematography, and a memorable score by Howard Shore.

The Two Towers is widely regarded as one of the greatest sequels ever made and is a crucial installment in the Lord of the Rings saga, setting the stage for the final confrontation in The Return of the King.