Lord of the Rings
Elijah Wood hints at reprising Frodo in 'The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum'
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Elijah Wood has hinted at returning as Frodo Baggins in Andy Serkis-directed 'The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum', set for December 2027 release. In a recent interview, he expressed reluctance to see another actor play the role while he is able, amid rumors of original cast reunions.
Insider Gaming reports that Crystal Dynamics, known for the Tomb Raider series, is the main developer on at least one Lord of the Rings project for Embracer Group. This comes shortly after rumours emerged about Warhorse Studios also pursuing a Middle-earth title. Both studios and Embracer have declined to comment on the speculation.
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Fresh rumours indicate that Warhorse Studios, developer of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, is working on a major Lord of the Rings project. Industry veteran Ryszard Chojnowski cited credible sources claiming Warhorse's involvement in Embracer Group's Middle-earth game, partially funded by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office. The speculation links to a late 2025 report detailing a third-person action title aiming to rival Hogwarts Legacy.
Over the Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend in 2026, indie films like Hamnet and No Other Choice saw significant expansions and solid grosses, contributing to a diverse box office performance. Major releases such as Avatar: Fire and Ash continued to dominate globally, while the re-release of The Lord of the Rings trilogy marked its 25th anniversary with impressive returns. Sony's 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple opened softly domestically but found success in international markets like the UK and Mexico.
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Viggo Mortensen arrived on the set of The Lord of the Rings with a swollen black eye after a surfing mishap, forcing director Peter Jackson to adjust shots in the Mines of Moria sequence. The injury occurred amid the trilogy's unconventional shooting schedule. This anecdote emerges as the films celebrate their 25th anniversary with theatrical re-releases.
The character of Aragorn will reportedly be recast for the upcoming Lord of the Rings spin-off The Hunt for Gollum. Original actor Viggo Mortensen is not expected to return, despite initial considerations for de-aging technology. The film, directed by Andy Serkis, is scheduled for release on December 17, 2027.