Warner Bros. Developing New Lord of the Rings Movies

SOURCE www.hollywoodreporter.com
Warner Bros. is returning to Middle-earth with new Lord of the Rings movies in development, set to be released in 2026. The first film, 'Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum,' will be directed by Andy Serkis. Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, and Philippa Boyens will be involved in the project.

Key Points

  • New Lord of the Rings movies in development by Warner Bros.
  • Directed by Andy Serkis with Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, and Philippa Boyens involved
  • Set to be released in 2026

Pros

  • Revisiting the beloved Middle-earth universe
  • Involvement of original creators like Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, and Philippa Boyens
  • Excitement among fans for new stories in the franchise

Cons

  • Potential competition with Amazon's own Lord of the Rings TV universe