Release date and latest update
December 17, 2027 is the current U.S. theatrical date.
Reviewed September 22, 2026. Future release plans remain subject to change.
What is The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum about?
Andy Serkis returns to Middle-earth as director and performer in a new live-action film centered on Gollum. Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens are among the writers. This is a new narrative feature rather than a re-release of Peter Jackson’s existing trilogy.
Cast and director
Director: Andy Serkis.
Cast: Andy Serkis, Ian McKellen, Kate Winslet, Jamie Dornan, Leo Woodall, Lee Pace, Elijah Wood, Anya Taylor-Joy
Reported cast; not a complete credits list.
Is The Hunt for Gollum an animated film?
No. The announced project is a live-action Middle-earth feature, distinct from The War of the Rohirrim.
When can I watch it at home?
No U.S. subscription streaming or digital-rental date is established by the release sources listed here. A theatrical distributor alone does not determine the streaming launch.
Sources and date checks
- Industry release report — reported date.
- Supporting credits schedule. Reported credits can change before release.
Add the release to your calendar
This downloads a one-time calendar event. It does not subscribe you to later date changes.
