The Lord of the Rings: 5 Things That Still Make No Sense About Aragorn & the Other Men

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Aragorn is a beloved character in The Lord of the Rings, and with good reason. Not only did Viggo Mortensen play him exceptionally well, but Aragorn himself is a courageous and noble figure. However, the movies, particularly Peter Jackson’s adaptations, don’t always fully explain his character. While Jackson made a strong effort to stay true to J.R.R. Tolkien’s books, some inconsistencies and gaps in the story still appear in the films.

As a huge fan of The Lord of the Rings, I’ve always noticed a few things about Aragorn and the people of Men that just don’t quite add up. There are some real mysteries there! Luckily, with all the new Lord of the Rings projects coming out – especially The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, which seems like it’ll really focus on Aragorn – hopefully we’ll get some answers soon. But for now, let me share five things that still puzzle me about Aragorn and the race of Men in the movies.

Aragorn Is Pretty Flirty With Éowyn In The Movies

Éowyn appears in J.R.R. Tolkien’s stories, but she’s a much more significant and developed character in Peter Jackson’s film trilogy. The movies portray her as a courageous and noble woman who is also beautiful and compassionate. Her relationship with Aragorn is also different in the films; notably, Aragorn displays some romantic interest in Éowyn, which doesn’t really happen in the books.

Although Aragorn remains committed to Arwen throughout the story, there are instances that might upset her, such as his private conversation with Éowyn where he tells her to rest. This happens a few times, especially in The Two Towers, but it doesn’t really fit with Aragorn’s overall character.

The Numbers In The Armies Of Men Vary Wildly

The large screen size seems to create an inconsistency with the size of the armies we see. Early in The Two Towers, when Éomer rides with the Rohirrim, his group appears to have only about a hundred riders. But later, during the Battle of Helm’s Deep, they arrive with thousands – enough to overwhelm Saruman’s much larger orc army. This difference in numbers likely stems from the demands of filming on a big scale.

The films often show the human armies changing size depending on what the story requires, which feels inconsistent. This is a problem specific to the movie adaptations of The Lord of the Rings and can be confusing for viewers.

Théoden’s Mood And Opinions Are Inconsistent 

Théoden is a compelling character in The Lord of the Rings. It’s not just his initial appearance – looking drastically different due to Saruman’s control – but his inner complexity that makes him so interesting. Though clearly a courageous leader, the story doesn’t always portray him that way, and he doesn’t always make the best choices. This inconsistency is what many find puzzling about him.

Théoden is understandably devastated by his son’s death in The Two Towers, and this grief weighs heavily on him throughout both that film and The Return of the King. Despite this, his behavior feels erratic and his opinions shift inconsistently across the movies.

Aragorn Is Shocked To See Arwen In Gondor

A particularly moving scene in Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy is Aragorn’s coronation. It’s a powerful moment, showing Aragorn becoming king, reuniting with Arwen, and the hobbits finally receiving the recognition they deserve – with even the new king bowing to them. However, it doesn’t quite make sense that Aragorn seems genuinely surprised to see Arwen there.

Aragorn was certainly pleased by the surprise, but it wasn’t entirely unexpected. Earlier in The Return of the King, Elrond had informed him that Arwen was failing and her life was now linked to the One Ring, meaning she hadn’t sailed to the Undying Lands. Therefore, it’s puzzling why Aragorn seemed so surprised to see her, since Elrond had already indicated she remained in Middle-earth because of her love for him.

Aragorn Is Deeply Insecure

Perhaps the most puzzling thing about Aragorn is his underlying lack of confidence. While he comes from a complicated family history – being a descendant of Isildur, who failed to destroy the Ring and brought doom upon Middle-earth – he’s also a brave and skilled fighter, and the rightful heir to the throne of Gondor.

Given the challenges he faced, some hesitation from Aragorn would have been understandable. However, the Lord of the Rings films portray him as deeply insecure and full of doubt, almost preventing him from embracing his destiny as King of Gondor.

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2026-04-20 20:14