Place 9: Frodo
As his parents died when he was 12, Frodo Baggins was raised by his uncle Bilbo. Coincidentally, the two even share the same birthday. At the beginning of the film, we see Bilbo celebrating his 111th birthday in 3001 T.A. Frodo simultaneously turns 33, thus becoming an adult by hobbit standards.
Despite his young age, Frodo is entrusted with a great responsibility. He has to carry the One Ring to Mount Doom to defeat evil. But before he sets off on this journey in 3018, another 17 years pass. In the film, this is somewhat simplified. There is hardly any noticeable age difference.
Frodo was portrayed by the significantly younger Elijah Wood. Interestingly, another well-known actor also auditioned for the role, namely Jake Gyllenhaal. But things did not go well for him.
Character: Frodo – 50 years
Actor: Elijah Wood – 18 years
