Overview
- The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum is in active pre-production and slated for a December 17, 2027 theatrical release.
- Andy Serkis will direct and reprise Gollum, and he signaled enthusiasm for reuniting original-trilogy collaborators.
- Ian McKellen is widely reported to return as Gandalf, though broader casting remains unannounced.
- Elijah Wood told ScreenRant he can neither confirm nor deny a comeback as Frodo, while expressing strong support for the project.
- Original Hobbit actors discussed being open to future Middle-earth appearances in an Empire reunion, with any specific follow-ups characterized as ideas rather than confirmed plans.