Ian McKellen is all set to reprise his role of wizard Gandalf in Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit.
McKellen has signed on the project, which is a prequel to the award-winning Lord of the Rings series and a two-part adaptation of JRR Tolkien’s novel.
A lot of stars from the Ring series are staring in The Hobbit.
Actor Andy Serkis will also reprise his role as Gollum in the movie, the Hollywood Reporter said. One of the most popular characters in literature, Gandalf and Gollum were first introduced in The Hobbit.
Actor Elijah Wood, who played the central role of Frodo, is also returning in the prequel while Cate Blanchett will play Galadriel once again. Orlando Bloom has an offer to return as elf archer Legolas, though it’s too early to tell if a deal will be made.
McKellen, who was nominated for an Oscar for his portrayal of Gandalf, has spent recent years doing mostly voice work for film and TV. —PTI