‘The Hunt for Gollum’ Release Pushed to December 2027

Andy Serkis confirms the delay for the Lord of the Rings prequel, citing the early stages of script development and production timelines.

Andy Serkis, director and star of 'The Hunt for Gollum,' announced the film's release has been delayed from December 2026 to December 2027.
The production is still in its early writing phase, with filming expected to begin in 2026 following six to seven months of preparation later this year.
The film, first announced in May 2024, will be a live-action prequel exploring untold stories from Middle-earth, with Peter Jackson as an executive producer.
Speculation about the plot suggests it may follow Gollum's journey after losing the One Ring, though details remain unconfirmed.
Other Middle-earth projects are also in development, including a second live-action film and the continuation of Amazon's 'Rings of Power' series.