Hobbit News

Slasher horror knocks Hobbit off top of US box-office ratings

The three-week reign of the little people of Middle-earth at the top of the US box-office ratings has ended – and in comes some classic horror.

In the Media by Andrew John

'The Hobbit' is out of reach; why would CIA speak up over 'ZD30'?

Nothing was going to reach "The Hobbit" as that film was very strong in its second weekend out and keeps moving the box office in the right direction.

In the Media by Tim O'Brien

Tolkien estate suing Warner Bros over online gaming

Los Angeles - Publisher HarperCollins, together with the Estate of Lord of the Rings author, J.R.R. Tolkien have launched a law suit against Warner Bros. for unauthorized merchandising of the Tolkien books in an online game.

In the Media by Anne Sewell

The Hobbit: At least 27 animal stars die on unsafe farm

Wellington - "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is due to premiere in Wellington, New Zealand on November 28. However, in the meantime a scandal has arisen over the treatment of animals used in the film.

In the Media by Anne Sewell - 3 comments

Elijah Wood chats about his roles in 'Wilfred' and 'The Hobbit' Special

In the second season of 'Wilfred,' Elijah Wood returns as Ryan, an introvert who talks to a man in a dog suit. But 'Wilfred' is not Wood's only return to a former role -- he is once again playing Frodo in 'The Hobbit,' the prequel to 'Lord Of The Rings.'

Digital Journal Report by Earl Dittman

Billy Connolly to play key dwarf role in The Hobbit movie

Los Angeles - Scottish comedian and actor Billy Connolly has been cast to play a dwarf in Peter Jackson’s two Hobbit movies, which are currently being filmed in New Zealand.

In the Media by Tim Sandle - 2 comments

Op-Ed: The 10 most anticipated movies of 2012

Find out what films will be the talk of Tinseltown in 2012. From blockbusters such as The Hobbit and The Dark Knight to powerful biopics such as The Iron Lady, 2012 is shaping up to be a memorable year for film fans.

In the Media by David Silverberg - 3 comments

Martin Freeman to play Bilbo Baggins in The Hobbit

The first names in the cast of Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit' have been announced. Martin Freeman will play Bilbo Baggins, the hobbit whose adventures and discovery of the One Ring led to "The Lord of the Rings." He replaces Sir Ian Holm.

In the Media by Subir Ghosh - 2 comments

'The Hobbit' set to become most expensive film ever made

The film based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit” is all set to become the most expensive film ever made. Sir Peter Jackson’s cinematic rendition, the two-part precursor to The Lord of the Rings biopic trilogy, will cost $500 million.

In the Media by Subir Ghosh - 6 comments

Peter Jackson might direct 'The Hobbit'

'Pan's Labyrinth' mastermind Guillermo del Toro was set to direct the adaptation of The Hobbit until last month when he stepped down due to unknown reasons. Now, original Lord of the Rings movie director Peter Jackson might take the helm instead.

In the Media by Stephanie Medeiros

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