Andy Serkis wraps filming on The Hunt for Gollum
Serkis says playing Gollum again has been an incredible journey as principal photography ends.
Andy Serkis has announced that principal photography on The Hunt for Gollum is complete. Serkis, who both directs and reprises the role of Gollum in the new Lord of the Rings film, shared the news on The Morning Mosh Pit, calling the return to the character an incredible journey into a deeply complex and wonderfully written role.
The film takes place between The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogies, following Smeagol as he desperately searches for the One Ring. Gandalf sends Aragorn, played this time by Jamie Dornan, to track the creature down. Serkis expressed excitement about exploring Gollum's psyche further, describing him as one of Tolkien's most complex characters.
Returning cast members include Sir Ian McKellen as Gandalf, Elijah Wood as Frodo, and Lee Pace as Thranduil. Newcomers to the franchise include Kate Winslet, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Leo Woodall. The film faced controversy earlier this year over the use of AI in de-aging, but Serkis told Variety that every shot is created in a traditional way and that they are not using AI shots.
The Hunt for Gollum is scheduled for release in theaters on December 17, 2027.
Source: GamesRadar+