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Leo Woodall Joins LOTR: Hunt for Gollum

5/26/2026

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Summary

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Warner Bros. announced that Leo Woodall will join the cast of The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.
Woodall, 29, will play Halvard, a new Dúnedain character created for the film.
Jamie Dornan will portray Strider (Aragorn) in the movie.
Kate Winslet will portray Marigold in the movie.
The Hunt for Gollum is scheduled to open in theaters on Dec. 17, 2027.

History

Historical Context

Peter Jackson’s 2001 release of The Lord of the Rings – The Fellowship of the Ring, produced by New Line Cinema, earned $887 million worldwide and won 17 Oscars, sparking a global fantasy boom. Building on that legacy, Andy Serkis will direct The Hunt for Gollum, slated for December 17 2027, aiming to repeat the franchise’s box-office impact and significant cultural resonance.

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Story summary

Warner Bros. announced that Leo Woodall will join the cast of The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.
Woodall, 29, will play Halvard, a new Dúnedain character created for the film.
Jamie Dornan will portray Strider (Aragorn) in the movie.
Kate Winslet will portray Marigold in the movie.
The Hunt for Gollum is scheduled to open in theaters on Dec. 17, 2027.

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