Andy Serkis Resumes Role as Gollum as Filming Kicks Off
WHO:
Epoch Times Entertainment - Andy Serkis attended the premiere of Angel Studios' "Animal Farm" at Regal Theatre Battery Park in New York on April 21, 2026.
Coming Soon - Several familiar faces from previous entries in the franchise are set to return in "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum."
Variety - Andy Serkis reprises his role as Gollum in "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum."
Coming Soon - The film features Anya Taylor-Joy, Jamie Dornan, and Kate Winslet among its cast.
WHAT:
Deadline - The behind-the-scenes video shows Andy Serkis in a motion-capture suit, indicating it is the first day of shooting for "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum."
Variety - Production has officially begun on "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum."
Collider - The first official teaser for "The Hunt for Gollum" has been released.
Screen Rant - A behind-the-scenes video reveals Andy Serkis' return to his iconic role as Gollum.
WHERE:
Variety - Filming is taking place on the set of "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum."
WHY:
IJR - Andy Serkis stated that the film will not have "politically correct" casting, addressing concerns about diversity in the cast.
Coming Soon - Andy Serkis has publicly rejected the notion of "politically correct" casting in response to diversity complaints regarding the film.
Coming Soon - Andy Serkis addressed complaints regarding the film's casting, stating it lacks "politically correct" casting.
Coming Soon - Andy Serkis addressed complaints regarding "politically correct" casting in the film.
HOW:
Deadline - Andy Serkis is directing "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum" while also reprising his role as Gollum.
Variety - Warner Bros. released the first footage of Andy Serkis on the film's set, showing him sifting through the script.
(UPDATED July 15, 2026 19:25 UTC)
Andy Serkis has announced that the upcoming film will not feature "politically correct" casting, addressing ongoing concerns about diversity within the cast. This statement was made during an interview at 21:18 UTC. Serkis's comments have sparked discussions about the balance between artistic vision and representation in film.
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(UPDATED July 15, 2026 12:19 UTC)
Andy Serkis recently attended the premiere of Angel Studios' "Animal Farm" at the Regal Theatre in Battery Park, New York, which took place on April 21, 2026. In addition, a behind-the-scenes video has surfaced showing Serkis in a motion-capture suit, marking the first day of shooting for "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum." Serkis has also publicly rejected the idea of "politically correct" casting, responding to diversity complaints related to the film.
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(UPDATED July 15, 2026 05:46 UTC)
Andy Serkis is set to direct "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum" while also reprising his iconic role as Gollum. The project is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the beloved franchise. Fans can look forward to the film's release on December 15, 2027.
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(UPDATED July 14, 2026 23:15 UTC)
Several familiar faces from previous entries in the franchise are set to return in "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum." In response to complaints about the film's casting, Andy Serkis stated that it lacks what some might call "politically correct" casting. Fans can look forward to this new installment, which is coming soon.
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(UPDATED July 14, 2026 21:18 UTC)
Production has officially begun on "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum," with Andy Serkis reprising his iconic role as Gollum, alongside a star-studded cast that includes Anya Taylor-Joy, Jamie Dornan, and Kate Winslet. Warner Bros. has released the first official teaser and a behind-the-scenes video, showcasing Serkis on set as he sifts through the script. In response to concerns about "politically correct" casting, Serkis has addressed the criticisms surrounding the film.