Exciting Future for “The Lord of the Rings” Fans

There will be plenty more “The Lord of the Rings” material for fans in the coming years with not just the “Rings of Power” Prime Video series, but several of the original trilogy’s key talent returning for multiple projects. That includes next week’s anime film “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim” which will precede a return to the big screen of Middle Earth in live-action form with the “Hunt for Gollum” movie which will begin casting early next year.

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Speaking in an upcoming interview with The Playlist, ‘Rohirrim’ producer and story creator Philippa Boyens spoke about the franchise’s future and indicates more animated films and even a new trilogy could be on the way:

“There’s a lot of [possibilities], when you look at it, there’s a lot of things in there, actually. One of the things this [‘War Of The Rohirrim’] story has shown us is that a stand-alone story works really successfully within the world of Middle-earth and I would genuinely – because I’ve fallen in love with the form – love to see another anime. But that depends on the audiences out there, your audience, fans of not only the original trilogy, but that vast anime audience. I’m really interested to see what they think. So we’re in the audiences hands. If there’s an appetite for it, we’ve got more stories. There’s a ton of stories left to be told there and some really, really interesting ones. But my preference would be, after ‘Hunt For Gollum,’ would be to look at those stand-alone stories. And then if we got really ambitious – there are some epic, particular stories that could translate into that more traditional epic trilogy format that was the original ‘Lord of the Rings,’ the war of the rings story.”

Back in October, Boyens famously shot down talk that “The Hunt for Gollum” would be a two-parter saying it was a “genuine misunderstanding” and that two different live-action films were in development with the first being ‘Hunt’. While Boyens, Fran Walsh and Peter Jackson aren’t involved in the Amazon “Rings of Power” series, they are a part of the films which are going forward at Warner Bros. Pictures.

Conclusion

The future of “The Lord of the Rings” franchise looks incredibly promising with the announcement of new animated films, potential trilogies, and stand-alone stories. Fans can expect a diverse range of content expanding the beloved Middle-earth universe.

FAQs

1. Will there be more animated films in the “Lord of the Rings” franchise?

Yes, according to producer Philippa Boyens, there is a possibility of more animated films in the future depending on audience reception and interest.

2. Are Peter Jackson and his team involved in the upcoming projects?

While they are not part of the Amazon “Rings of Power” series, Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, and Philippa Boyens are involved in the upcoming films at Warner Bros. Pictures.

3. What is the next project after “The War of the Rohirrim” anime film?

The next project in line is the live-action film “Hunt for Gollum,” which is set to begin casting early next year.

4. Will there be a new trilogy in the “Lord of the Rings” universe?

There is a possibility of a new epic trilogy in the future, as hinted by Philippa Boyens, exploring specific stories in a traditional epic format.

5. Is “The Hunt for Gollum” going to be a two-part film?

No, there was a misunderstanding, and “The Hunt for Gollum” will be a stand-alone film with two different live-action projects in development.

6. Are there plans for more stand-alone stories in the franchise?

Yes, there are plans to explore more stand-alone stories within the Middle-earth universe, offering fans a diverse range of narratives to enjoy.

7. Will the upcoming projects appeal to fans of the original trilogy?

Absolutely, the upcoming projects aim to cater to fans of the original trilogy while also attracting a new audience, including anime fans.

8. What role will Philippa Boyens play in the future of the franchise?

Philippa Boyens will continue to be involved in shaping the future of the franchise, bringing her storytelling expertise to new projects.

9. Are there plans for additional epic stories beyond the announced projects?

Depending on audience interest, there is potential for more epic stories to be explored in the future, expanding the rich lore of Middle-earth.

10. When can fans expect to see the new projects on screen?

While specific release dates have not been announced, fans can look forward to experiencing the new projects in the coming years as the franchise continues to grow and evolve.

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