Cate Blanchett puts on a racy display in a plunging bodysuit as she joins Emma Thompson's stunning daughter Gaia Wise in leading the stars at The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim premiere

Cate Blanchett commanded attention on Tuesday evening, as she led the star-studded arrivals at the premiere of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim in London.

The acting icon, 55, sent temperatures soaring despite the chilly winter weather, as she stepped out in a daring black bodysuit with a neckline that plunged down to her belly button.

She teamed the racy top with an oversized tweed blazer and matching straight-leg trousers, while boosting her height with a pair of black stilettos. 

Cate - who famously played elf leader Galadriel in the original Lord of The Rings trilogy - added some glamour to her look with two chunky gold chain necklaces.

The two-time Oscar winner wore her short blonde bob poker straight, and opted for a soft palette of makeup to accentuate her natural beauty.

She was joined on the red carpet by one of the animated film's lead stars, Gaia Wise, who exuded elegance in a sequinned white gown.

Cate Blanchett commanded attention on Tuesday evening, as she led the star-studded arrivals at the premiere of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim in London

Cate Blanchett commanded attention on Tuesday evening, as she led the star-studded arrivals at the premiere of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim in London

The acting icon, 55, sent temperatures soaring despite the chilly winter weather, as she stepped out in a daring black bodysuit with a neckline that plunged down to her belly button

The acting icon, 55, sent temperatures soaring despite the chilly winter weather, as she stepped out in a daring black bodysuit with a neckline that plunged down to her belly button

She teamed the racy top with an oversized tweed blazer and matching straight-leg trousers, while boosting her height with a pair of black stilettos

She teamed the racy top with an oversized tweed blazer and matching straight-leg trousers, while boosting her height with a pair of black stilettos

The dazzling number boasted a racy cutout across her chest and a side slit, to show a glimpse of the actress' long legs.

The 24-year-old accessorised with several delicate rings and dangling silver earrings and gave herself some extra inches with a pair of strappy high heels.

Gaia completed her striking look by sweeping her hair up into an elegant updo and sporting bright blue graphic eyeliner to make her eyes pop.

She stars in the anime-style feature film as Princess Hèra, the daughter of Helm Hammerhand, the King of Rohan, who is voiced by Brian Cox.

It marks the actress' first big acting break, as she follows in the footsteps of her famous parents and acting royalty, Dame Emma Thompson and Greg Wise.

The film The Lord Of The Rings: The War Of The Rohirrim is set 183 years before the original trilogy, and will be released in cinemas on December 13.

The synopsis for the upcoming movie reads: 'Set 183 years before the events chronicled in the original trilogy of films. 

'A sudden attack by Wulf, a clever and ruthless Dunlending lord seeking vengeance for the death of his father, forces Helm and his people to make a daring last stand in the ancient stronghold of the Hornburg - a mighty fortress that will later come to be known as Helm's Deep. 

Cate - who famously played elf leader Galadriel in the original Lord of The Rings trilogy - added some glamour to her look with two chunky gold chain necklaces

Cate - who famously played elf leader Galadriel in the original Lord of The Rings trilogy - added some glamour to her look with two chunky gold chain necklaces

The two-time Oscar winner wore her short blonde bob poker straight, and opted for a soft palette of makeup to accentuate her natural beauty

The two-time Oscar winner wore her short blonde bob poker straight, and opted for a soft palette of makeup to accentuate her natural beauty

She was joined on the red carpet by one of the animated film's lead stars, Gaia Wise, who exuded elegance in a sequinned white gown

She was joined on the red carpet by one of the animated film's lead stars, Gaia Wise, who exuded elegance in a sequinned white gown

The dazzling number boasted a racy cutout across her chest and a side slit, to show a glimpse of the actress' long legs

The dazzling number boasted a racy cutout across her chest and a side slit, to show a glimpse of the actress' long legs

The 24-year-old accessorised with several delicate rings and dangling silver earrings and gave herself some extra inches with a pair of strappy high heels

The 24-year-old accessorised with several delicate rings and dangling silver earrings and gave herself some extra inches with a pair of strappy high heels

Gaia completed her striking look by sweeping her hair up into an elegant updo and sporting bright blue graphic eyeliner to make her eyes pop

Gaia completed her striking look by sweeping her hair up into an elegant updo and sporting bright blue graphic eyeliner to make her eyes pop

She stars in the anime-style feature film as Princess Hèra, the daughter of Helm Hammerhand, the King of Rohan, who is voiced by Succession star Brian Cox

She stars in the anime-style feature film as Princess Hèra, the daughter of Helm Hammerhand, the King of Rohan, who is voiced by Succession star Brian Cox

It marks the actress' first big acting break, as she follows in the footsteps of her famous parents and acting royalty, Dame Emma Thompson and Greg Wise

It marks the actress' first big acting break, as she follows in the footsteps of her famous parents and acting royalty, Dame Emma Thompson and Greg Wise

Alongside Lord of the Rings star Cate, Gandalf actor Sir Ian McKellen also made an appearance at the premiere

Alongside Lord of the Rings star Cate, Gandalf actor Sir Ian McKellen also made an appearance at the premiere

The acting legend looked typically dapper in a black tailored coat, with a yellow polka dotted cravat scarf

The acting legend looked typically dapper in a black tailored coat, with a yellow polka dotted cravat scarf

The X-Men star, 85, added a pair of smart black trousers and comfortable trainers, while sporting navy hat

The X-Men star, 85, added a pair of smart black trousers and comfortable trainers, while sporting navy hat

'Finding herself in an increasingly desperate situation, Hera, the daughter of Helm, must summon the will to lead the resistance against a deadly enemy intent on their total destruction.'

Describing her heroic character, Gaia told Entertainment Weekly: 'She would lay down her life for her people.

'Comparing her to Arwen and Eowyn, they’re already fully formed women. What I loved about Hèra is she’s fierce, she’s complex, she’s rebellious.'

Alongside Lord of the Rings star Cate, Gandalf actor Sir Ian McKellen also made an appearance at the premiere.

The acting legend looked typically dapper in a black tailored coat, with a yellow polka dotted cravat scarf.

The X-Men star, 85, added a pair of smart black trousers and comfortable trainers, while sporting navy hat. 

The film's lead star Brian put on a very dashing display as he arrived joined by his wife of 22 years, Nicole Ansari-Cox.

The film's lead star Brian put on a very dashing display as he arrived joined by his wife of 22 years, Nicole Ansari-Cox

The film's lead star Brian put on a very dashing display as he arrived joined by his wife of 22 years, Nicole Ansari-Cox

The actor, 78, donned a navy double-breasted suit for the occasion, with a white collared shirt underneath and a patterned burgundy tie

The actor, 78, donned a navy double-breasted suit for the occasion, with a white collared shirt underneath and a patterned burgundy tie

The Succession star also sported his thick black rimmed glasses, as well as a neatly-groomed moustache and goatee

The Succession star also sported his thick black rimmed glasses, as well as a neatly-groomed moustache and goatee

While Nicole, 56, was a vision in red, wearing a lowcut scarlet gown with button detailing and a burgundy furry shawl draped over her shoulders

While Nicole, 56, was a vision in red, wearing a lowcut scarlet gown with button detailing and a burgundy furry shawl draped over her shoulders

Peter Jackson, who famously served as the director, writer and producer of the Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit trilogies, also attended the premiere

Peter Jackson, who famously served as the director, writer and producer of the Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit trilogies, also attended the premiere

The New Zealand filmmaker opted for a deep purple shirt and a black blazer, teamed with understated grey trousers and trainers

The New Zealand filmmaker opted for a deep purple shirt and a black blazer, teamed with understated grey trousers and trainers

And Andy Serkis, who famously played Gollum, looked sharp in a black satin suit with unusual zip detailing and a matching silk shirt and tie

And Andy Serkis, who famously played Gollum, looked sharp in a black satin suit with unusual zip detailing and a matching silk shirt and tie

He added a quirky pair of shiny black and red trainers and was joined by his wife Lorraine Ashbourne

He added a quirky pair of shiny black and red trainers and was joined by his wife Lorraine Ashbourne

The actor, 78, donned a navy double-breasted suit for the occasion, with a white collared shirt underneath and a patterned burgundy tie.

The Succession star also sported his thick black rimmed glasses, as well as a neatly-groomed moustache and goatee.

While Nicole, 56, was a vision in red, wearing a lowcut scarlet gown with button detailing and a burgundy furry shawl draped over her shoulders. 

And Andy Serkis, who famously played Gollum, looked sharp in a black satin suit with unusual zip detailing and a matching silk shirt and tie.

He added a quirky pair of shiny black and red trainers and was joined by his wife Lorraine Ashbourne.

Peter Jackson, who famously served as the director, writer and producer of the Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit trilogies, also attended the premiere.

The New Zealand filmmaker opted for a deep purple shirt and a black blazer, teamed with understated grey trousers and trainers. 

Two of the biggest stars of the Hobbit films were also in attendance, Richard Armitage and Luke Evans, who played Thorin and Bard respectively.

Two of the biggest stars of the Hobbit films were also in attendance, Richard Armitage (pictured) and Luke Evans, who played Thorin and Bard respectively

Two of the biggest stars of the Hobbit films were also in attendance, Richard Armitage (pictured) and Luke Evans, who played Thorin and Bard respectively

Luke looked handsome in a tweed jacket and tailored grey trousers, as he was joined by his boyfriend Fran Tomas (left)

Luke looked handsome in a tweed jacket and tailored grey trousers, as he was joined by his boyfriend Fran Tomas (left)

One of the other voice actors of the film Benjamin Wainwright attended with his pregnant wife Phoebe, who showcased her blossoming bump in a green velvet gown

One of the other voice actors of the film Benjamin Wainwright attended with his pregnant wife Phoebe, who showcased her blossoming bump in a green velvet gown

Tom Hollander also made an appearance, looking dashing in charcoal grey suit, teamed with a long spotted blue scarf

Tom Hollander also made an appearance, looking dashing in charcoal grey suit, teamed with a long spotted blue scarf

Stephen Fry looked as dapper as ever in a smart grey coat with a patterned cravat scarf underneath

Stephen Fry looked as dapper as ever in a smart grey coat with a patterned cravat scarf underneath

Paris Paloma was the picture of elegance in a black boatneck gown as she posed on the red carpet

Paris Paloma was the picture of elegance in a black boatneck gown as she posed on the red carpet

Producer Philippa Boyens¿who co-wrote the Lord of the Rings film trilogy - looked chic in a emerald green velvet suit

Producer Philippa Boyens—who co-wrote the Lord of the Rings film trilogy - looked chic in a emerald green velvet suit

Sam Register looked smart in a classic black suit and tie, with a simple white shirt and dress shoes

Sam Register looked smart in a classic black suit and tie, with a simple white shirt and dress shoes

Best pals Dominic Monaghan and Billy Boyd, who played Merry Brandybuck and Pippin Took in the films, caught the eye in their bold blue suits

Best pals Dominic Monaghan and Billy Boyd, who played Merry Brandybuck and Pippin Took in the films, caught the eye in their bold blue suits

Sam Keeley looked edgy in a black leather jacket with a matching vest underneath and smart trousers

Sam Keeley looked edgy in a black leather jacket with a matching vest underneath and smart trousers

Luke looked handsome in a tweed jacket and tailored grey trousers, as he was joined by his boyfriend Fran Tomas.

One of the other voice actors of the film Benjamin Wainwright attended with his pregnant wife Phoebe, who showcased her blossoming bump in a green velvet gown.

Tom Hollander also made an appearance, looking dashing in charcoal grey suit, teamed with a long spotted blue scarf. 

Best pals Dominic Monaghan and Billy Boyd, who played Merry Brandybuck and Pippin Took in the films, caught the eye in their bold blue suits