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Warner Bros. confirms Stephen Colbert and his son are developing a new Lord of the Rings movie for a 2027 release.
The project looks to adapt unused chapters from The Fellowship of the Ring into a standalone story faithful to the books.
Peter Jackson participates in the reveal, noting the script is coming together well and the film looks amazing.
Colbert will work with Philippa Boyens on script development and with Peter McGee on a framing device for the movie.
The project underscores Colbert’s first major foray into blockbuster development within Middle-earth.
The storyline centers on a long-buried secret tied to the War of the Ring and follows Frodo’s successors.
Colbert’s involvement includes a collaboration with director Peter Jackson and a role in shaping the project’s future within the franchise.
The film is part of Warner Bros.' broader expansion of Middle-earth content and collaboration with key Tolkien collaborators.
The announcement was shared on Warner Bros.' social media accounts, accompanied by a video involving Jackson.

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The Lord of the Rings: Shadow of the Past is officially in production with returning characters and new writers.
Sam, Merry, and Pippin are confirmed to return, with Sam’s daughter Elanor at the center of a secret mystery.
The story unfolds fourteen years after Frodo’s death, aligning with a plot around aging characters and new secrets.
Peter Jackson returns as a producer, supporting the new film alongside Warner Bros.
Colbert is co-writing with his son and veteran Philippa Boyens to shape the new project.
The Hunt For Gollum is in the works, with Gollum's actor and director involvement noted for 2027.
Colbert hinted at adapting chapters from The Fellowship of the Ring that didn't make the original films.
The film is described as faithful to both the books and the films, according to Colbert.
Warner Bros. confirmed the collaboration and disclosed the collaboration structure for Shadow of the Past.
The article notes potential aging of original actors due to the timeline, leaving recasting possible.

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Stephen Colbert to co-write and produce The Lord of the Rings: Shadows of the Past with his son Peter McGee and Philippa Boyens.
The film is titled The Lord of the Rings: Shadows of the Past and will follow chapters from The Fellowship of the Ring.
Peter Jackson joins Colbert on a video call to launch the project.
The story will frame Samwise Gamgee’s family, including Sam’s daughter Elanor, as part of the new tale.
The project is planned for release on December 17, 2027.
Colbert emphasizes fidelity to Tolkien while collaborating with Jackson and Boyens.
Colbert has previously engaged with Tolkien-related work and events.
The development team includes Philippa Boyens, a key screenwriter of the Tolkien film series.
The announcement was shared across Warner Bros. studio platforms.
The film will likely appeal to fans seeking a blend of book fidelity and film legacy.
Colbert steps into major film development following his Late Show retirement.

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