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Actor Leo Woodall expressed his excitement about joining "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum," calling it a "boyhood dream." Woodall's role as the original character Halvard has been confirmed for the film, which is set to release in 2027 and will feature returning stars like Ian McKellen and Elijah Wood.

Veteran actor William H. Macy recently shared his thoughts on difficult co-stars, expressing frustration with actors who make sets 'miserable' for others without consequence. While not directly naming names, Macy commented on rumors surrounding Jim Carrey's alleged tough on-set behavior, noting he's 'heard he can be really tough.' This echoes past criticism from Martin Freeman regarding Carrey's method acting.

Andy Serkis has officially confirmed that Viggo Mortensen is backing Jamie Dornan's foray into the role of Aragorn in 'The Hunt for Gollum.' As Serkis steps back into the shoes of Gollum, he underscores the multifaceted nature of the character while teasing the film's introspective and psychological narrative.

Olivia Wilde humorously addressed online criticism of her appearance at the San Francisco International Film Festival, comparing herself to Lord of the Rings' Gollum. She explained a fish-eye lens distorted her image during an interview promoting her new film, 'The Invite,' playfully denying she was a 'resurrected corpse' and assuring fans she's 'not dead.'

Marvel's 'Avengers: Secret Wars' is set for a grand IMAX debut on December 17, 2027, following 'Avengers: Doomsday's' IMAX screen loss to 'Dune: Part Three'. This epic Multiverse Saga finale, directed by the Russo brothers, will now face a direct clash with 'The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum' on the same date, promising a massive cinematic showdown.

Middle-earth welcomes a stellar new cast for 'The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum', directed by Andy Serkis, who also reprises his iconic role. Ian McKellen returns as Gandalf, Elijah Wood as Frodo, and Lee Pace as Thranduil.

Legendary thespian Ian McKellen, at 85, faced an unexpected mishap while captivating audiences in 'Player Kings' on the prestigious West End stage. A hidden piece of newspaper became the unwitting culprit, sending him tumbling into the embrace of his fans.

Andy Serkis, directing 'The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum,' confirmed Aragorn's role is being recast, though he didn't name a replacement. The film, set between 'The Hobbit' and the original trilogy, will explore a physical and psychological hunt for Gollum.

J.R.R. Tolkien, hailed as the father of modern high fantasy, crafted immersive worlds like Middle-earth, deeply influenced by his linguistic passion and WWI experiences. His iconic works, "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings," explore themes of courage and sacrifice. Tolkien's legacy extends beyond literature, shaping pop culture and inspiring countless creators.

Exciting news for Middle-earth fans! A brand new film, 'Shadows of the Past,' is on the horizon, with comedian Stephen Colbert and his son Peter McGee penning the storyline. This film will delve into untold tales from the early days of 'The Fellowship of the Ring' that Peter Jackson's adaptations missed.

Oscar winner Kate Winslet is heading to Middle Earth for 'The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum,' directed by Andy Serkis. She'll play the female lead alongside Elijah Wood and Ian McKellen. The film, set between 'The Hobbit' and 'Fellowship,' focuses on Aragorn's quest for Gollum.

The extended version of filmmaker Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies' will be released on Blu-ray with an R-rated cut of the film.

Peter Jackson's epic fantasy adventure film The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies starring Ian Mckellen, Martin Freeman and others, has hit the theatres.

Christopher Lee is only interested in playing smaller movie roles that ''mean something'' now that he is approaching 90 years old.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is now available on various home video formats including 3D Blu-ray, Blu-ray and a 2-Disc Special Edition DVD.

Evangeline Lilly is worried die-hard fans of 'The Hobbit' will see her as a ''black mark'' against it in the new film adaptation.

It is not just 3D anymore.Now, it's HFR 3D - a new and more advanced filming technology.And the city seems to be enjoying every bit of it.

Elijah Wood found it ''incredibly surreal'' returning to the character of Frodo Baggins for 'The Hobbit' movies but says working n the film was like a ''family reunion''.

Singer Ed Sheeran said he is extremely proud of the song 'I See Fire' that featured in 2013 fantasy-adventure film, 'The Desolation on Smaug'.

Wellington Airport bids farewell to its iconic Hobbit movie eagle sculptures. These massive structures have been a fixture for over a decade. They are set to be removed this month. The airport aims to introduce a new theme. The eagles may find a new home in a museum. However, the dragon Smaug will remain.

The extended edition of Peter Jackson's epic trilogy 'Hobbit' under the title 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies Extended Edition', will hit the theatre screen in October this year.

Celebrated filmmaker Peter Jackson, best known for his monumental adaptations of 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit,' is set to be honored with the coveted Honorary Palme d'Or at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. This distinguished award recognizes his unmatched artistic flair and pioneering advancements in filmmaking, seamlessly merging blockbuster entertainment with the essence of auteur storytelling.

Cate Blanchett, who plays ethereal elf Lady Galadriel in 'Lord of the Rings', instead wanted to be a dwarf on the movie adaptation of JJR Tolkien's books.

Most Bollywood films these days are hiring international stunt director and coorinators to execute the slick action sequences for the big screen. The latest to join this is Glenn Boswell, who was roped in by Ashutosh Gowariker to work on the elaborate action sequences for his upcoming film Mohenjo Daro starring Hrithik Roshan.

Ore Nyabagam is all set to become the world's first 2D HFR film

The upcoming series 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' will bring to the screens some rather new characters from Tolkien lore. One of them will be the Harfoots, who were revealed to be the ancestors of the Hobbits.

Veteran filmmakers Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson are teaming up for an unknown new film.

'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' was announced Wednesday as the full title of the drama set to debut Sept. 2, with episodes to be released weekly on the streaming service.