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