Upcoming cinema release of Gollum-centric movie slated for 2027 - Gollum Movie Set to Debut in 2027
Title: "The Hunt for Gollum: A Return to Middle-earth in 2027"
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Fans of J.R.R. Tolkien's extraordinary universe are in for a treat! According to "Variety", Warner Bros. has officially announced the release date for "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum" (Ger: "Die Jagd nach Gollum"). The film is set to drop on our screens on December 17, 2027, fittingly during the festive season, like its predecessors.
A Double Dose of Gollum!
Andy Serkis (61), the iconic performer behind the tormented Gollum, is not just returning to the big screen but also taking the director's chair. Serkis has been shaping Gollum's captivating character since "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers" in 2002. With credits like "Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle" and "Venom: Let There Be Carnage" under his belt, excitement for this project is palpable.
Originally slated for a 2026 release, the production has seen a slight delay, with filming set to commence in the summer of 2024.
Echoes from the Past
The film's plot details have been trickling in. Philippa Boyens, who co-produced the original trilogy with Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh, hinted to "Empire" magazine that "The Hunt for Gollum" is a "gritty story" unfolding after Bilbo's birthday party but before the harrowing Mines of Moria events. As Boyens stated, "It's a particular piece of an untold, fascinating story, told from Gollum's unique perspective."
The trio of Jackson, Walsh, and Boyens will also serve as producers on this project, assuring an authentic Middle-earth experience. Sources close to Warner Bros. have emphasized their active involvement throughout the production process.
Familiar Faces?
Rumor has it that fans might be joined by some familiar faces from the original "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Stars like Ian McKellen (Gandalf), Orlando Bloom (Legolas), and Viggo Mortensen (Aragorn) have expressed interest in returning to Middle-earth if the story aligns. However, no official word on additional cast members has been given just yet.
With "The Hunt for Gollum," Warner Bros. continues the enduring Middle-earth saga. Both the "Lord of the Rings" and "Hobbit" trilogies raked in roughly 2.9 billion USD worldwide each. The latest theatrical appearance was the anime film "The Lord of the Rings: The Battle of the Rohirrim" in 2024, and "The Hunt for Gollum" marks the first live-action film in the "Lord of the Rings" series since "The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies" in 2014.
Looking Ahead
Alongside "The Hunt for Gollum," Warner Bros. has also announced release dates for other intriguing productions. The next "Evil Dead" film starring Souheila Yacoub is scheduled for July 24, 2026, while M. Night Shyamalan's "Remain" featuring Jake Gyllenhaal, Phoebe Dynevor, and Ashley Walters is set for October 23, 2026.
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- The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, directed by Andy Serkis and produced by Peter Jackson, Philippa Boyens, and Fran Walsh, will be released by Warner Bros. on December 17, 2027.
- Andy Serkis, who portrayed Gollum in the original Lord of the Rings trilogy, will reprise the character in The Hunt for Gollum and also direct the film.
- Philippa Boyens, who co-produced the original Lord of the Rings trilogy, has hinted that The Hunt for Gollum will tell a "gritty story" from Gollum's unique perspective, set between Bilbo's birthday party and the Mines of Moria events.
- Warner Bros. has also announced release dates for other movies and TV shows in the entertainment industry, including the next Evil Dead film and M. Night Shyamalan's Remain.
