The film "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum" may introduce a new actor for the role of Aragorn. According to insider Daniel Richtman, the studio is discussing the participation of British actor Leo Woodall — the star of the second season of "The White Lotus".
According to Richtman, the actor is in talks for the "main male role" in the project. Although the character is not officially named, it is likely to be Aragorn. According to the synopsis, the film takes place about twenty years before "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring". At that time, the hero was known as the ranger Strider and was searching for Gollum at the request of.
"When the Ring is lost and taken by Bilbo Baggins, Gollum is forced to leave his cave and go in search of it. Gandalf the Grey enlists Aragorn, still known as the ranger Strider, to track down the elusive creature whose knowledge of the Ring's whereabouts could tip the balance in favor of the Dark Lord Sauron."
Earlier, journalist Jeff Sneider also claimed that "The Hunt for Gollum" could be the first part of a new trilogy in the Tolkien universe. Warner Bros. has not yet confirmed these plans, but Andy Serkis himself, who is the director and has returned to the role of Gollum, has spoken about plans for at least two films.
Filming for "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum" will begin in New Zealand in July 2026. The film is scheduled to premiere internationally on December 17, 2027.