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The Latest Breaking News from Andy Serkis

One Piece's Chopper actor thought it was a voice-only role so initially turned it down, but it ended up being "similar to what I've seen Andy Serkis do"

Mikaela Hoover didn't realize the part of Chopper involved performance capture

Total Film

The Hunt for Gollum looks like a step too far for the endless Lord of the Rings franchise

As the film-makers behind the seemingly neverending river of Tolkien adaptations seek to wring every last drop of story from Middle-earth, it risks running the whole thing into the ground

The Guardian - UK

Ian McKellen says timing of new Lord of the Rings film shoot is ‘unfortunate’

‘I’m not sure I want to be out there,’ actor said of movie’s New Zealand production after confirming Gandalf return

The Independent UK

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Sir Peter Jackson would ‘hesitate’ to make Lord of the Rings now

Over two decades on from the release of The Fellowship of the Ring, Sir Peter Jackson has admitted he would "hesitate" to "even think" about making The Lord of the Rings today.

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Elijah Wood On Andy Serkis Directing The Hunt For Gollum (And Possibly Returning As Frodo)

Elijah Wood is excited for The Hunt for Gollum, too.

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‘A wizard is to be trusted!’ Elijah Wood addresses Frodo and Gandalf’s Lord of the Rings return

After Sir Ian McKellen let slip Gandalf and Frodo may have a role to play in Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, Elijah Wood has teased "a wizard can be trusted".

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Elijah Wood gives cryptic answer when asked if Frodo will return in ‘The Hunt for Gollum’

New instalment in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ series expected to be released in December 2027

The Independent UK

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Michael B. Jordan reveals why he needed therapy after playing Black Panther villain

In an attempt to separate himself from the character, Michael B. Jordan went to therapy after portraying antagonist Erik Killmonger in 2018's Black Panther.

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Ryan Coogler reveals his cancelled Black Panther plans

Ryan Coogler has revealed he pitched Spider-Man foe Kraven the Hunter to be an antagonist in Black Panther - but Sony Pictures rejected his idea.

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Anybody heard of a rehearsal? Mangling nominees’ names may be traditional – but it’s still embarrassing

Yesterday’s Golden Globes announcement was a masterclass in mispronunciation that threatens to undo every effort to internationalise awards. Why can’t producers just make their presenters practise?

The Guardian - UK

A Particularly Nasty Case by Adam Kay audiobook review – a wayward doctor turns detective

Andy Serkis revels in his narration of the first murder mystery from the author of This Is Going to Hurt, which showcases Kay’s signature pitch-black humour

The Guardian - UK

Lord of the Rings superfan recreates Frodo's trek to Mount Doom in the world-accurate official MMO, and you can watch the whole journey in an Andy Serkis-narrated video that's as long as all 3 films combined

"Lord of the Rings Online is the closest one can get to experiencing Tolkien's realm the way countless works of art, games, music and entertainment have attempted over the past half-century"

GamesRadar

There are over 70 new HBO Max movies in November 2025 – here are 3 sci-fi hits with over 80% on Rotten Tomatoes

From apes to demons, there's some great sci-fi hitting HBO Max this November.

TechRadar

Lord of the Rings star Elijah Wood's verdict on Hunt for Gollum's script should reassure all Middle-earth fans

The Frodo actor comments on getting the band back together for the Lord of the Rings spin-off

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Lord of the Rings star Elijah Wood breaks his silence on The Hunt for Gollum

Elijah Wood knows "a great deal" about The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum and thinks the upcoming spin-off is "really good".

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How To Watch The Planet Of The Apes Movies In Order

Here is everything you need to know about watching the Planet of the Apes movies in order.

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Sean Bean reveals different Lord of the Rings character he nearly played

Sean Bean could have portrayed Aragorn in The Lord of the Rings before Viggo Mortensen was cast in the role.

TechRadar

The Girlfriend producers confirm Prime Video show could return: ‘season 2 could go at the same story told in a different way'

Though Prime Video marketed The Girlfriend as a limited series, producers confirm season 2 has the possibility of happening after all.

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5 of the best free movies to stream on Tubi, Samsung TV Plus, Pluto TV and more this week (September 8)

From dark fairy tales to cult horror classics, these free streaming picks will help you swap summer sunsets for early, spooky season movie nights.

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Andy Serkis Provides An Update On His Lord Of The Rings Spinoff While Also Admitting He ‘Cannot Escape’ Gollum

It's as if he still keeps "precious” in his pocket.

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Orlando Bloom wants Legolas return

Orlando Bloom wants to play Legolas again in the upcoming Lord of the Rings film but admitted he hasn't been approached for it.

The most precious news for LOTR fans - Golem, Frodo and Gandalf are coming back

A new LOTR movie is on the horizon, at last

Inverse

The Lord of The Rings' Gollum Spinoff Will Bring Back A Surprising Legacy Character

According to Ian McKellen, Frodo Baggins is officially joining 'The Hunt for Gollum.'

Total Film

Gandalf and Frodo are returning in the new Lord of the Rings film according to Ian McKellen: "Apart from that, my lips are sealed!"

The upcoming The Hunt for Gollum is bringing back some iconic characters

The Independent UK

Ian McKellen confirms which characters from original films will return for new LOTR movie

Fan favourites set to appear in ‘The Hunt for Gollum’

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