8 Most Underrated Lord Of The Rings Characters

8. The Mouth Of Sauron

With teeth like that, how can this guy ever get overlooked?

One of the best things about The Lord of the Rings trilogy is that you've got the option of watching the theatrical release or the extended edition. Die-hard fans will, of course, take the latter option and are thus treated to the presence of this epic character. Sadly, his relegation to this special edition means he doesn't get the mainstream recognition he deserves.

Simply put, this man, or beast, or whatever you want to call him, has one of the most gnarly designs in the whole franchise. His painful-looking visor, gaping mouth and stained teeth make him gross and creepy all in one neat package. Despite only appearing in one scene, he's easily one of Mordor's most disturbing servants.

His striking visage, outstanding performance from Bruce Spence and intimidating presence have all the necessary ingredients to make him iconic. Unfortunately, thanks to his lack of theatrical exposure and brief appearance, he's not remembered as well as he should be.