The soundtrack for The Desolation of Smaug was composed by Howard Shore, featuring the song "The Iron Forge" by James Horner. The soundtrack was released on November 11, 2013.
As they approach Erebor, they must navigate the complexities of Lake-town's politics and the wrath of the dragon Smaug. The film concludes with Smaug's destruction of Lake-town and the dwarves' reclamation of Erebor.
The film picks up where the first installment, An Unexpected Journey, left off. Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman) and the dwarves, led by Thorin Oakenshield (Richard Armitage), continue their perilous journey to reclaim their treasure from the dragon Smaug (voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch). The company faces numerous challenges, including encounters with giant spiders, goblins, and the treacherous Lake-town.
The Desolation of Smaug received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the film's visual effects, action sequences, and performances. The film holds a 72% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.