Latest Middle-earth News 6/10/2025

As of June 10th, 2025, the world of The Lord of the Rings and Middle-earth is full with exciting developments across film, television, gaming, literature, and collectibles. Here's a roundup of the latest news:

Film & Television

“The Hunt for Gollum” Set for 2027 Release

Warner Bros. has officially announced The Hunt for Gollum a new installment in the Lord of the Rings film saga, scheduled for release on December 17, 2027.

Directed by Andy Serkis, who also reprises his role as Gollum, the film explores events preceding The Fellowship of the Ring focusing on the hunt for Gollum by Aragorn and Gandalf.

Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh return as producers, with Philippa Boyens co-writing the screenplay.