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Wētā Workshop Tours & Wētā Cave

21 Camperdown Road, Miramar, Wellington

Visit the home of movie-making magic in the heart of Wellywood, and see behind the scenes of world-renowned films and television.

Tucked away in a quiet suburban Miramar street, a short drive from Wellington’s city centre lies a cinematic gem. Wētā Workshop crafts special effects and props for some of the world’s most renowned films and TV shows.

The design and manufacturing facility combines cutting-edge technology with hand-crafted artistry to serve up Oscar-winning props, costumes, and creature effects. And, best of all, it opens its doors to fans who want to see exactly how the magic is made.

On the big screen

Wētā Workshop is best known for its Academy Award®-winning work on ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit’ trilogies. But there are plenty of other movies and shows its had a hand in. Its constantly growing list of blockbuster credits includes ‘Blade Runner 2049’, ‘Avatar’, ‘The Chronicles of Narnia’, ‘Dune’, ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’, and many more.

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Take a tour

The Wētā team are happy to take the public behind the scenes in their creative workshop tours. Guests can explore different sorts of prop-making, costumes, and special effects that go into making movie magic. There are plenty of recognisable props, intricate models and set pieces along the way, including items from Middle-Earth and beyond. If you’re lucky, you’ll spy an artist at work on the tour stage.

The tour departs from the Wētā Cave retail store. A cavern of creativity in its own right, the shop features plenty of photo opportunities. Sneak past the giant trolls who guard the front door and don’t forget to check out the mini-museum where a particularly hairy pair of Hobbit feet are on display.

If you want to get hands-on yourself, try a creative workshop. Roll up your sleeves and learn the magic of sculpting with household materials and modelling clay. Refine, design, and dye a leather keepsake in an introduction to leather work. Or, try your hand at special effects makeup. You’ll learn to create gruesome wounds, fake blood, scars and scrapes. Workshops are introductory and no creative experience is necessary.

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WATCHER IN THE WATER

Wētā Workshop was intrinsically involved in the design and physical effects manufacture for all three films of The Lord of the Rings™ trilogy.

Primary: Polystone

Secondary: Polyurethane, Metal

Awakened from deep slumber by the innocent rippling of a cast stone, it extended its many slimy appendages, slithering slowly to ensnare its soon-to-be meal. Long forgotten though it may be, its gaping, toothy maw harboured no less peril, and hunger had only stoked its desire to feast upon flesh, now scarce. Yet, something about one of the smaller ones beckoned to it, beyond mere instinct to consume, something it coveted. As the group was distracted, the lake stirred, and the Watcher in the Water struck.

Now, behold this ancient entity, meticulously brought to tangible life by our exceptional team of artisans.

A relic from the depths of Middle-earth's darker realms, this miniature statue is a captivating addition to any collection. This allows it to be appreciated from any angle. Showcase it erupting from your shelf or, thanks to the built-in socket in the base, mounted upon your wall, revealing its monstrous essence in full glory.

• Made primarily from polystone;
• Tentacles made from polyurethane with a metal core;
• Approx 3.7 inches tall;
• Wall mount on the back for easy hanging;
• Depicts the Watcher in the Water as seen outside the Mines of Moria during The Fellowship of the Ring ;
• Digitally sculpted by Wētā Workshop 3D artist Tiger Kang, with references from the original film maquette and concept design sketches.

Our authentic prop replicas and collectibles are designed by the very same artists who have worked on the three films.

Richard Taylor – CEO & Creative Director, Wētā Workshop

This figure is an Open Edition piece, meaning it is not restricted to a specific number of reproductions. However, this does not guarantee Wētā Workshop will continue to produce the statue in the future. We recommend purchasing your Open Edition statue early to avoid disappointment. Should you miss out, please contact us at  [email protected] . Demand will determine if this collectible is reproduced.

Images shown are of a pre-production prototype. Each piece is hand painted and some variations may occur.

Wētā Workshop’s vast range of miniature statues reflects the attention to detail and level of care that’s put into their work, providing perfectly sized collectibles for easy display.

From characters to environments, heroes, and villains, keep a piece of your favourite fiction nearby with these collectibles, lovingly crafted by Wētā Workshop’s professional team of expert artisans.

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