Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema have officially announced the cast for the upcoming film 'The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.' The news was confirmed by the studio on April 15, 2026, following its presentation at CinemaCon. The film will be directed by and star Andy Serkis, who will reprise his iconic role as Gollum.
According to the studio announcement, the cast will include several returning stars from Peter Jackson's original trilogy. Sir Ian McKellen is confirmed to return as Gandalf the Grey. The film will also feature Laurence Fox, who is set to play an original character. The project is currently in pre-production, with a script by Phoebe Gittins and Arty Papageorgiou.
The film is described as an original story exploring Gollum's untold journey. It is produced by Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, and Philippa Boyens, with Serkis also serving as a producer. Warner Bros. has scheduled the film for a theatrical release in 2026, though an exact date has not been specified.
