The script for this film, titled "The Lord of the Rings: Shadow of the Past," will be written with the participation of comedian and television host Stephen Colbert, who is known for his show The Late Show on CBS.
The plot of the new film will unfold 14 years after the events surrounding Frodo's death. The story will center on Sam, Merry, and Pippin, who will embark on a journey to relive their former adventures. During this time, Sam's daughter, Eleanor, will stumble upon a long-hidden secret and decide to uncover why the War of the Ring almost ended in defeat even before it began.
The premiere of "Shadow of the Past" is scheduled for after the release of the film "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum," which is set to come out in December 2027.
"The Lord of the Rings" is a famous epic novel written by English writer and philologist J.R.R. Tolkien, which immerses readers in the amazing world of Middle-earth.
