Back to the Shadows: Gollum Prime Time in Upcoming "Lord of the Rings" Film (2027)
Anticipated Launch of Next Lord of the Rings Series in 2027
Dive back into the mystical realm of Middle-earth as a new chapter unfurls! Hollywood's Warner Bros. has announced the release of "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum" hitting screens in 2027.
More than two decades have elapsed since Peter Jackson's groundbreaking adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's sprawling saga originally burst onto screens with "The Fellowship of the Ring" in 2001. The epic trilogy scrubbed clean any doubt that the adaptation of this seemingly unfilmable fantasy tale was possible, etching its lead actors into cinematic history.
This time around, the focus is on the increasingly elusive Gollum. While the film isn't directly sourced from Tolkien's original work, it will lean on various themes and vignettes culled from Tolkien's literary universe. The 2009 short film "The Hunt for Gollum," a fan project produced with limited resources, offered a sneak peek into this greasy, lesser-known side of the Middle-earth mythos and garnered some recognition. Whether the new blockbuster will borrow from the same source material remains to be seen.
Andy Serkis Steps into the Director's Chair
Life imitates art as Jackson once more lends his expertise behind the scenes, passing the reins to another: Andy Serkis. Known for his portrayal of Gollum since the Peter Jackson-helmed original trilogy, Serkis' directorial credits include "Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle" and "Venom: Let There Be Carnage." Jackson, Fran Walsh, and Philippa Boyens remain involved in the project, serving once again as the production team.
Originally slated for a 2026 release, the film's premiere has been pushed back to December 17, 2027. According to Boyens, speaking to Empire Magazine, "The Hunt for Gollum" is an "intense story," set to take place just after Bilbo's birthday party and before the mines of Moria. She further revealed that the tale will be told "from the perspective" of the "incredible creature" that is Gollum.
The story unfolds with familiar faces like Gandalf and Aragorn on the hunt for Gollum, all while Sauron seeks to claim him for his own twisted purposes. Rumor has it that the legendary actors Ian McKellen and Viggo Mortensen may reprise their iconic roles for the film, but official word on the cast is still elusive.
More to Anticipate from Warner Bros.
Additionally, fans can look forward to more offerings from Warner Bros., including the next "Evil Dead" film, starring Souheila Yacoub, in July 2026, and M. Night Shyamalan's "Remain," featuring Jake Gyllenhaal and Phoebe Dynevor, in October 2026. The "Lord of the Rings" franchise promises another potential box office phenomenon, with both the original trilogy and "The Hobbit" series each netting around $2.9 billion at the worldwide box office.
Stay tuned for more updates as we scour the hills and delve into the echoes of Middle-earth, eager to bring you the latest developments on "The Hunt for Gollum" and other upcoming cinematic journeys.
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[1] Writer credits for the film include Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Phoebe Gittins, and Arty Papageorgiou.
- I'm not going to be a big fan of this new "Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum" movie, given that I'm not particularly fond of Gollum as a character.
- Despite the delay, the upcoming Gollum movie, set to release in 2027, seems promising, with Andy Serkis directing and familiar faces like Gandalf and Aragorn returning to the silver screen.
- I can't help but feel a bit anxious about the new movies and TV shows lined up by Warner Bros., such as the next "Evil Dead" film and M. Night Shyamalan's "Remain," given my mixed feelings about the current state of Hollywood entertainment.
- With a 2024 salary boost, I'm looking forward to returning to the world of movies and TV, immersing myself in the thrilling tales of fantasy, magic, and adventure, akin to the mythos of Middle-earth.
