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Stephen Colbert Co-Writes New Lord of the Rings Film

4/7/2026

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Stephen Colbert, host of The Late Show, will co-write Lord of the Rings film titled Shadow of the Past after the show ends.
He says he was inspired by Bill Hader's move from Saturday Night Live (SNL) to South Park and aims to pursue beloved projects.
The plot unfolds 14 years after Frodo's death, with Sam, Merry, and Pippin retracing their adventure as Elanor uncovers a secret.

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Story summary

Stephen Colbert, host of The Late Show, will co-write Lord of the Rings film titled Shadow of the Past after the show ends.
He says he was inspired by Bill Hader's move from Saturday Night Live (SNL) to South Park and aims to pursue beloved projects.
The plot unfolds 14 years after Frodo's death, with Sam, Merry, and Pippin retracing their adventure as Elanor uncovers a secret.