Overview

• In a Today interview, Bloom said he has "not heard a peep" about reprising the elf.
• He expressed openness to return and said he would hate to see anyone else portray Legolas.
• Bloom joked that "with A.I. they can do anything these days" when asked about recasting.
• Andy Serkis is directing the film and returning as Gollum, with a theatrical release set for December 17, 2027.
• Ian McKellen recently hinted that characters named Gandalf and Frodo appear, though casting has not been announced.