New 'Lord of the Rings' Movie from Stephen Colbert in Development at WB
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- Warner Bros. announced a new 'Lord of the Rings' movie developed by Stephen Colbert and his son.
- The new film, titled 'The Lord of the Rings: Shadows of the Past,' will follow 'The Hunt for Gollum,' set for release in 2027.
- Colbert's movie will adapt chapters from 'The Fellowship of the Ring' not included in Peter Jackson's 2001 adaptation.
- The plot involves Sam, Merry, and Pippin retracing their adventure, while Sam’s daughter uncovers a secret about the War of the Ring.
- Colbert collaborated with Jackson and screenwriter Philippa Boyens over two years to develop the script.
- This marks Colbert's first major involvement in blockbuster film development, though he previously had a small role in 'The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug.'
- Philippa Boyens has a long history with Jackson, co-writing the 'Lord of the Rings' and 'Hobbit' trilogies.
- Colbert’s son, Peter McGee, contributed to the script, with credits including 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.'
- Tolkien’s 'The Lord of the Rings' was adapted by Jackson into three highly successful films, winning 17 Oscars collectively.