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Gollum Returns: New Middle-earth Adventure Announced
10 May
Summary
- Andy Serkis reprises his iconic role as Gollum.
- Film is set between The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
- Jamie Dornan takes over the role of Aragorn as Strider.
The world of Middle-earth is expanding with a new film, The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, set to release on December 17, 2027.
This action epic will feature familiar faces, with Andy Serkis returning to reprise his iconic role as Gollum, a character he states has "never really left me." Serkis will also be taking on directing duties for the film, marking a return to his deep connection with the beloved franchise.
The narrative is strategically placed between the events of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogies. The plot will focus on Aragorn and Gandalf's quest to find the creature Gollum, exploring both a physical and psychological pursuit. Jamie Dornan will portray Aragorn, credited as Strider, while Ian McKellen and Elijah Wood are set to reprise their roles as Gandalf and Frodo Baggins, respectively. Lee Pace also returns as Thranduil.
While many original actors are returning, new additions to the Middle-earth family include Kate Winslet and Leo Woodall. The project is a collaboration with Warner Bros., WETA, and a filmmaking team based in New Zealand, promising a fresh yet intimate story within Tolkien's cherished lore.
