The Lord of the Rings fans are in for an exciting surprise, as Warner Bros. has confirmed that another film is in development for the iconic franchise. Following the success of last year’s animated release, The War of the Rohirrim, the franchise is expanding further with fresh films, and fans are eager to see what’s next.
New ‘Lord of the Rings’ Movie: The Hunt for Gollum
Warner Bros. co-chairmen and CEOs, Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy, recently revealed that significant developments are taking place behind the scenes regarding the next installment. Although many details remain confidential, the duo expressed their excitement to share the upcoming news with fans in the near future.
The new film, tentatively titled The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, is progressing quickly. The script is nearly complete, and it is expected to be submitted to the studio by May.
Updates from Philippa Boyens on the Upcoming Script
In an interview with Deadline, Pam Abdy shared details about the progress of the screenplay, revealing that they had a productive check-in with Philippa Boyens, the writer and producer known for her contributions to the Lord of the Ringsseries. According to Abdy, the script for The Hunt for Gollum is set to be finalized in May, sparking more excitement for the upcoming film.
Director Andy Serkis Talks Timeline and Release Date
Andy Serkis, the director of the new film, also discussed the upcoming project in February. Serkis, known for playing the iconic role of Gollum, confirmed the timeline for the film’s production. The team will begin prepping later this year, a process that typically takes six to seven months. Production is expected to begin in 2024, with the highly anticipated release slated for December 2027.
Serkis is expected to reprise his role as the memorable character Gollum, continuing his dual portrayal of the character’s split personality in the new movie.
What’s Next for The Lord of the Rings Franchise?
With this new addition to the Lord of the Rings universe, fans can look forward to an exciting new chapter that continues to expand the beloved world. As the script nears completion and production begins later this year, fans can anticipate even more updates about the film in the coming months.
