The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum
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Lord of the Rings fans are divided as The Hunt for Gollum introduces another non-canon character to be played by Dune…Anya Taylor-Joy has been cast as Seren, an original character in The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, sparking divided reactions among fans. While Taylor-Joy's acting talent is praised, many are concerned about the introduction of non-canon characters and names, drawing parallels to perceived missteps in The Hobbit and The Rings of Power. The film is set for a December 17, 2027 release.
Elijah Wood says upcoming Lord of the Rings movie The Hunt for Gollum feels like "a family reunion," although…Elijah Wood described returning to play Frodo Baggins in the upcoming film The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum as a "family reunion" with original cast and crew. The film, set to release on December 17, 2027, will focus on Gollum's search for the One Ring after losing it. Wood will have a smaller role, but is excited to reunite with friends and spend time in New Zealand.- New Lord Of The Rings RPG – Here’s Everything We Know About The “Deeply Immersive” GameWarhorse Studios is developing a new, untitled open-world RPG set in Middle-earth, with a focus on being "deeply immersive." The game is expected to release after Embracer Group's other upcoming title, Kingdom Come, which is targeting a release between April 2027 and March 2028. This new Lord of the Rings game is part of Embracer's broader strategy to revitalize the franchise, following recent less successful titles.
The Rings of Power season 4 is in development with hopes to film in 2027, but there's no official greenlight on the…The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season 4 is reportedly in development with plans to begin pre-production in fall and filming in early 2027, though it has not yet received an official greenlight. Season 3 is set to premiere on November 11. Separately, two new Lord of the Rings films are in the works: The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, directed by Andy Serkis, and another film set after The Return of the King co-written by Stephen Colbert.
Amazon Still Eyeing A Lord Of The Rings Game After Reported MMO CancellationAmazon Games is still pursuing a new The Lord of the Rings game, despite multiple MMORPG projects being canceled. The company's latest attempt at a Lord of the Rings MMO, in partnership with Embracer, was reportedly canceled in 2025 amid layoffs. Amazon previously partnered with Leyou for another Lord of the Rings MMO that was canceled in 2021.
Peter Jackson says he "didn't think much" of directing The Hunt for Gollum because Andy Serkis…Director Peter Jackson stated that Andy Serkis is the ideal choice to direct The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, citing Serkis's deep understanding of the character Gollum and the film's focus on his psychological struggles. Jackson expressed that he didn't consider directing it himself, believing Serkis's vision would be the most compelling.
Ian McKellen jokes about his Gandalf return in Andy Serkis's The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum: "Who…Ian McKellen, known for his role as Gandalf, has joked about his upcoming return in Andy Serkis's The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum. Speaking at a Q&A, McKellen discussed his career and the types of roles he seeks, emphasizing scripts that resonate beyond simple narratives and encourage audience engagement.
Original Aragorn actor Viggo Mortensen approves of his Lord of the Rings recast in Hunt for GollumViggo Mortensen, the original actor for Aragorn in The Lord of the Rings, has reportedly approved of Jamie Dornan taking over the role for the upcoming movie The Hunt for Gollum. Director Andy Serkis confirmed Mortensen's endorsement of the recasting.- New Lord of the Rings movie confirms Aragorn recasting, but it's another returning character that's the…Warner Bros. has confirmed the cast for the upcoming prequel film, The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, set to release on December 17, 2027. Jamie Dornan will portray Aragorn, taking over the role previously played by Viggo Mortensen. The film's story takes place 17 years after Bilbo Baggins' 111th birthday and follows Aragorn's quest to find Gollum.
Despite Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum scheduling conflicts, Andy Serkis will return as Alfred in The Batman 2: "I'm pretty certain it's all going to work out"Andy Serkis has confirmed his return as Alfred Pennyworth in The Batman 2, despite potential scheduling conflicts with The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum. Serkis stated that he expects filming for The Batman 2 to begin by the end of the year.- Andy Serkis confirms Viggo Mortensen won't return as Aragorn in Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum: "We…Andy Serkis has confirmed that Viggo Mortensen will not be reprising his role as Aragorn in the upcoming film The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum. Serkis stated that the role is being recast and they are actively searching for a new actor to play the character.
- Elijah Wood appears to confirm Aragorn recasting rumors in Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum: "Those are tough…Elijah Wood has seemingly confirmed rumors that Viggo Mortensen will not reprise his role as Aragorn in the upcoming film The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum. Wood mentioned Leo Woodall as a potential actor to take on the iconic role during an interview.
Hunt for Gollum "doesn't have to" live up to Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy, says Elijah…Elijah Wood, who played Frodo in the original Lord of the Rings trilogy, believes the upcoming film 'The Hunt for Gollum' does not need to live up to the success of Peter Jackson's movies. Wood stated that the film is a 'side quest' and a 'side story' within the established canon, differentiating it from the main trilogy.
The Housemaid 2 release date just sparked its own unlikely Barbenheimer and Dunesday with Lord of the Rings and…Lionsgate has announced that The Housemaid's Secret, the sequel to The Housemaid, will be released on December 17, 2027. This date places it in direct competition with major releases like Avengers: Secret Wars and The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, a strategy the studio believes will appeal to audiences seeking alternatives to superhero and fantasy films during the holiday season.
A New Lord of the Rings Film Is In The Works and It's Co-Written By Stephen ColbertWarner Bros. has announced two new films in The Lord of the Rings franchise: The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, co-written by Stephen Colbert and directed by Andy Serkis, set for a December 17 release, and The Lord of the Rings: Shadows of the Past, co-written by Colbert and Philippa Boyens, which will explore events after The Return of the King and focus on the descendants of the Fellowship.
Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum casts Kate Winslet as female lead, with Ian McKellen's Gandalf and Elijah…Kate Winslet has joined the cast of The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum as the female lead, according to sources. She is expected to star alongside Ian McKellen as Gandalf and Elijah Wood as Frodo Baggins, though these roles are unconfirmed. Peter Jackson and Andy Serkis, who is directing and reprising his role as Gollum, reportedly persuaded Winslet to join the project, with filming set to take place in New Zealand.