Sir Ian McKellen has confirmed his return as Gandalf in the upcoming Lord of the Rings film The Hunt for Gollum, directed by Andy Serkis. Building on recent casting updates—including Aragorn's recast—the project will feature a Gandalf-Frodo reunion.
Following reports of Aragorn's recast and earlier hints of his involvement, Sir Ian McKellen has confirmed he will reprise Gandalf in The Hunt for Gollum.
Directed by Andy Serkis (reprising Gollum), the film promises an on-screen reunion with Frodo Baggins, extending the Tolkien narrative between The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings trilogies.
This update heightens anticipation for the 2027 release, emphasizing continuity with the original cast amid evolving production news.