Discover the truth behind The Cabin in the Woods when it arrives for the first time on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (plus Blu-ray™ and Digital HD) September 5 from Lionsgate. Featuring an all-star cast includingChris Hemsworth, Jesse Williams, Kristen Connolly, Anna Hutchison, and Fran Kranz, the critically acclaimed horror will be available in stunning 4K Ultra HD resolution and High Dynamic Range (Hdr), which delivers the brightest, most vivid and realistic color with the greatest contrast. The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray will also feature Dolby Vision™ high-dynamic range (Hdr) and Dolby Atmos immersive audio. Dolby Vision transforms the TV experience in the home by delivering greater brightness and contrast, as well as a fuller palette of rich colors. Together with the captivating sound of Dolby Atmos, consumers will experience both cutting-edge imaging and state-of-the-art sound technology for a fully immersive entertainment experience.
Co-written by producer Joss Whedon (The...
Co-written by producer Joss Whedon (The...
- 7/5/2017
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
One of the most discussed and debated horror films of the 21st century, The Cabin in the Woods is coming to 4K Ultra HD on September 5th from Lionsgate Home Entertainment:
Press Release: Discover the truth behind The Cabin In The Woods when the critically acclaimed horror film arrives for the first time on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (plus Blu-ray™ and Digital HD) September 5 from Lionsgate Home Entertainment.
Program Description
Discover the truth behind The Cabin in the Woods when it arrives for the first time on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (plus Blu-ray™ and Digital HD) September 5 from Lionsgate. Featuring an all-star cast including Chris Hemsworth, Jesse Williams, Kristen Connolly, Anna Hutchison, and Fran Kranz, the critically acclaimed horror will be available in stunning 4K Ultra HD resolution and High Dynamic Range (Hdr), which delivers the brightest, most vivid and realistic color with the greatest contrast.
Press Release: Discover the truth behind The Cabin In The Woods when the critically acclaimed horror film arrives for the first time on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (plus Blu-ray™ and Digital HD) September 5 from Lionsgate Home Entertainment.
Program Description
Discover the truth behind The Cabin in the Woods when it arrives for the first time on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (plus Blu-ray™ and Digital HD) September 5 from Lionsgate. Featuring an all-star cast including Chris Hemsworth, Jesse Williams, Kristen Connolly, Anna Hutchison, and Fran Kranz, the critically acclaimed horror will be available in stunning 4K Ultra HD resolution and High Dynamic Range (Hdr), which delivers the brightest, most vivid and realistic color with the greatest contrast.
- 7/5/2017
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
The procession of Australian actors trying their luck in Hollywood continues with Nikolai Nikolaeff and Damien Bodie the latest to secure Us management.
Nikolaeff has signed with The Schiff Company, which represents A-list talent including Keira Knightley, Eminem, Helena Bonham Carter, Jeff Bridges, Dougray Scott and Dylan McDermott. Bodie signed with Genesis Entertainment Partners.
Both are represented in Australia by Aran Michael Management. Michael, who takes talent to the Us several times a year, introduced both actors to the management companies.
Unlike some Aussies who try to break into Hollywood early in their careers, Nikolaeff and Bodie have extensive resumes. This year Nikolaeff co-starred with Rachel Griffiths and Rodger Corser in Camp, the NBC summer series that was shot in northern Nsw, produced by Matchbox Pictures, Universal Studios and Berman-Braun.
Nikolaeff played the love interest of Griffiths' character, who vied with Corser for her affections. The series will air here on Seven during the summer.
Nikolaeff has signed with The Schiff Company, which represents A-list talent including Keira Knightley, Eminem, Helena Bonham Carter, Jeff Bridges, Dougray Scott and Dylan McDermott. Bodie signed with Genesis Entertainment Partners.
Both are represented in Australia by Aran Michael Management. Michael, who takes talent to the Us several times a year, introduced both actors to the management companies.
Unlike some Aussies who try to break into Hollywood early in their careers, Nikolaeff and Bodie have extensive resumes. This year Nikolaeff co-starred with Rachel Griffiths and Rodger Corser in Camp, the NBC summer series that was shot in northern Nsw, produced by Matchbox Pictures, Universal Studios and Berman-Braun.
Nikolaeff played the love interest of Griffiths' character, who vied with Corser for her affections. The series will air here on Seven during the summer.
- 11/22/2013
- by Don Groves
- IF.com.au
Ian McKellen & Andy Serkis will reprise their roles as Gandalf the Grey and Gollum for Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit.' Here is the official press release stating the return of Serkis and Elijah Wood who will reprise his role as Frodo Baggins:
Elijah Wood and Andy Serkis are set to join the cast of Peter Jackson’s highly anticipated adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic “The Hobbit.” The films, which are scheduled to commence principal photography in February 2011, mark Jackson’s return to Middle-earth following his Oscar-winning “Lord of the Rings” trilogy. The announcement was made jointly today by Toby Emmerich, President and Chief Operating Officer, New Line Cinema, Alan Horn, President and Chief Operating Officer, Warner Bros. and Steve Cooper, co-Chief Executive Officer of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc.
Jackson, who directed all three “Lord of the Rings” films, will helm the two films back-to-back, telling the story of “The Hobbit...
Elijah Wood and Andy Serkis are set to join the cast of Peter Jackson’s highly anticipated adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic “The Hobbit.” The films, which are scheduled to commence principal photography in February 2011, mark Jackson’s return to Middle-earth following his Oscar-winning “Lord of the Rings” trilogy. The announcement was made jointly today by Toby Emmerich, President and Chief Operating Officer, New Line Cinema, Alan Horn, President and Chief Operating Officer, Warner Bros. and Steve Cooper, co-Chief Executive Officer of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc.
Jackson, who directed all three “Lord of the Rings” films, will helm the two films back-to-back, telling the story of “The Hobbit...
- 1/11/2011
- by noreply@blogger.com (Flicks News)
- FlicksNews.net
Ok gang, this is it. It's officially official! Actor Ian Mckellen has officially signed on to reprise his role as Gandalf in Peter Jackson's The Hobbit! Now lets all sit back relax and take a deep breath of awesome relief. Sure, we knew that this is what would eventually happen, but now there's no more guessing. He's all set and ready to go.
We just barely reported that Andy Serkis would return to the role Gollum in Peter Jackson's two-part Hobbit film series. Elijah Wood also signed a deal recently to return as Frodo, and Cate Blanchett will play Galadriel once again. There's an offer currently out to Orlando Bloom to return as the elf Legolas, but the deal isn't set in stone yet.
Martin Freeman is already set to play Bilbo Baggins is both films. As for the rest of the cast, Richard Armitatge (Mi-5 and Captain...
We just barely reported that Andy Serkis would return to the role Gollum in Peter Jackson's two-part Hobbit film series. Elijah Wood also signed a deal recently to return as Frodo, and Cate Blanchett will play Galadriel once again. There's an offer currently out to Orlando Bloom to return as the elf Legolas, but the deal isn't set in stone yet.
Martin Freeman is already set to play Bilbo Baggins is both films. As for the rest of the cast, Richard Armitatge (Mi-5 and Captain...
- 1/10/2011
- by Venkman
- GeekTyrant
It should come as no surprise to any of us that Andy Serkis would return to the role Gollum in Peter Jackson's two-part Hobbit film series. But, he wasn't officially signed on to it until today.
So far we have Serkis, Cate Blanchett and Elijah Wood from the original Lord of the Rings trilogy signed on to The Hobbit. We're still waiting on Ian McKellen, to see if he will officially come back as Gandalf. It was also revealed that Christopher Lee is in talks to reprise his role as Saruman, and Ian Holm to return as an older version of Bilbo Baggins. Martin Freeman is already set to play Bilbo is both films.
As for the rest of the cast, Richard Armitatge (Mi-5 and Captain America: The First Avenger) will play Thorin Oakenshield, the leader Company of Dwarves that sets off to fight the dragon and reclaim the Lonely Mountain.
So far we have Serkis, Cate Blanchett and Elijah Wood from the original Lord of the Rings trilogy signed on to The Hobbit. We're still waiting on Ian McKellen, to see if he will officially come back as Gandalf. It was also revealed that Christopher Lee is in talks to reprise his role as Saruman, and Ian Holm to return as an older version of Bilbo Baggins. Martin Freeman is already set to play Bilbo is both films.
As for the rest of the cast, Richard Armitatge (Mi-5 and Captain America: The First Avenger) will play Thorin Oakenshield, the leader Company of Dwarves that sets off to fight the dragon and reclaim the Lonely Mountain.
- 1/10/2011
- by Venkman
- GeekTyrant
Orlando Bloom is in talks to reprise his role of Legolas in director Peter Jackson‘s forthcoming Lord of the Rings prequel, The Hobbit. While Bloom hasn’t yet officially signed on, he is nearing a deal to return as the Elven archer.
Deadline reports that talks with Ian McKellen, Andy Serkis and Hugo Weaving to reprise their roles as Gandalf, Gollum / Smeagol and Elrond respectively, are still underway as well.
In other casting news for The Hobbit… Cate Blanchett is set to return as the lovely Elven Queen, Galadriel and Sylvester McCoy, who portrayed the seventh doctor in the long-running BBC sci-fi series, Doctor Who has joined the cast as well.
Check out the press release below for all the details on their casting, as well as a handful of other actors heading to Middle Earth.
Official Press Release:
Cate Blanchett, Ken Stott, Sylvester McCoy, Mikael Persbrandt Join Cast...
Deadline reports that talks with Ian McKellen, Andy Serkis and Hugo Weaving to reprise their roles as Gandalf, Gollum / Smeagol and Elrond respectively, are still underway as well.
In other casting news for The Hobbit… Cate Blanchett is set to return as the lovely Elven Queen, Galadriel and Sylvester McCoy, who portrayed the seventh doctor in the long-running BBC sci-fi series, Doctor Who has joined the cast as well.
Check out the press release below for all the details on their casting, as well as a handful of other actors heading to Middle Earth.
Official Press Release:
Cate Blanchett, Ken Stott, Sylvester McCoy, Mikael Persbrandt Join Cast...
- 12/9/2010
- by Jason Moore
- ScifiMafia
Here’s some rather fab news for all you fans of The Lord of the Rings / The Hobbit fans. The One Ring has released this press release given to them by New Line Cinemas / MGM which announces that Australian Actress, Cate Blanchett who appeared in the original Lord of the Rings Trilogy as Galadriel will be back for the prequel, The Hobbit which is now thankfully moving forward faster than an ‘Unstoppable’ Tony Scott freight train!
The press release also confirms that former Doctor Who star, Sylvester McCoy, will be appearing along with Mikael Persbrandt, Cate Blanchett, Ken Stott, William Kircher, Jed Brophy and Ryan Gage.
I’m so pleased about Blanchett coming back. Check out the full press release below and thanks again to Torn.
Cate Blanchett, Ken Stott, Sylvester McCoy, Mikael Persbrandt Join Cast Of Peter Jackson’S “The Hobbit”
Los Angeles, CA—December 7, 2010—Cate Blanchett, Ken Stott,...
The press release also confirms that former Doctor Who star, Sylvester McCoy, will be appearing along with Mikael Persbrandt, Cate Blanchett, Ken Stott, William Kircher, Jed Brophy and Ryan Gage.
I’m so pleased about Blanchett coming back. Check out the full press release below and thanks again to Torn.
Cate Blanchett, Ken Stott, Sylvester McCoy, Mikael Persbrandt Join Cast Of Peter Jackson’S “The Hobbit”
Los Angeles, CA—December 7, 2010—Cate Blanchett, Ken Stott,...
- 12/8/2010
- by David Sztypuljak
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
By Sean O’Connell
Hollywoodnews.com: Big casting news on the “Hobbit” front, as Warner/New Line has confirmed that Cate Blanchett, Ken Stott, Sylvester McCoy and Mikael Persbrandt will appear in Peter Jackson’s planned film adaptations.
Here’s the release (via ComingSoon.net):
Cate Blanchett, Ken Stott, Sylvester McCoy and Mikael Persbrandt have joined the cast of Peter Jackson’s highly anticipated adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic ‘The Hobbit.’ Also joining them are Ryan Gage, Jed Brophy and William Kircher. The films, which are scheduled to commence principal photography in February 2011, mark Jackson’s return to Middle-earth following his Oscar-winning ‘Lord of the Rings’ trilogy. The announcement was made jointly today by Toby Emmerich, President and Chief Operating Officer, New Line Cinema, Alan Horn, President and Chief Operating Officer, Warner Bros. and Steve Cooper, co-Chief Executive Officer of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc.
Jackson, who directed all three ‘Lord of the Rings’ films,...
Hollywoodnews.com: Big casting news on the “Hobbit” front, as Warner/New Line has confirmed that Cate Blanchett, Ken Stott, Sylvester McCoy and Mikael Persbrandt will appear in Peter Jackson’s planned film adaptations.
Here’s the release (via ComingSoon.net):
Cate Blanchett, Ken Stott, Sylvester McCoy and Mikael Persbrandt have joined the cast of Peter Jackson’s highly anticipated adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic ‘The Hobbit.’ Also joining them are Ryan Gage, Jed Brophy and William Kircher. The films, which are scheduled to commence principal photography in February 2011, mark Jackson’s return to Middle-earth following his Oscar-winning ‘Lord of the Rings’ trilogy. The announcement was made jointly today by Toby Emmerich, President and Chief Operating Officer, New Line Cinema, Alan Horn, President and Chief Operating Officer, Warner Bros. and Steve Cooper, co-Chief Executive Officer of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc.
Jackson, who directed all three ‘Lord of the Rings’ films,...
- 12/7/2010
- by Sean O'Connell
- Hollywoodnews.com
Just when we thought everything surrounding The Hobbit was all happy flowers and rainbows we get the discouraging bit of news that Ian McKellen is still not signed on to play Gandalf in The Hobbit! McKellen made the reveal in an interview with Broadwayworld.
Here is the Q & A from the interview:
Are you involved in The Hobbit?
I am not under contract, no.
Have you had any meetings?
I'm not going to say any more than that because it might complicate things! So, I would say - at the moment - no, I am not under contract.
Is it Ok for me to then take that as a "Yes" with a "but..."?
Laughs. I'm not saying any more than what I've said! (Laughs.)
Will someone please get this man signed up to play Gandalf already! McKellen has to to be cast in the role! He is the main ingredient...
Here is the Q & A from the interview:
Are you involved in The Hobbit?
I am not under contract, no.
Have you had any meetings?
I'm not going to say any more than that because it might complicate things! So, I would say - at the moment - no, I am not under contract.
Is it Ok for me to then take that as a "Yes" with a "but..."?
Laughs. I'm not saying any more than what I've said! (Laughs.)
Will someone please get this man signed up to play Gandalf already! McKellen has to to be cast in the role! He is the main ingredient...
- 11/2/2010
- by Venkman
- GeekTyrant
Warner Bros has just announced that James Nesbitt (Bloody Sunday, Millions, Waking Ned Devine) and Adam Brown have officially been cast in Peter Jackson‘s big screen adaptation of The Hobbit.
Nesbitt will take on the role of Bofur, “a disarmingly forthright, funny and occasionally brave Dwarf.”
Brown will play Ori, “another of the Dwarf Company which sets out to reclaim the Lonely Mountain from the infamous dragon, Smaug.”
I love that there is real solid news now being released for this movie!
Here's the official press release:
Peter Jackson Announces Latest Addition To The Hobbit Cast
James Nesbitt Confirmed to Play Major Role in The Hobbit.
(Los Angeles November 1, 2010) –One of Britain’s most beloved actors, James Nesbitt (Millions and TV’s Cold Feet), is the latest actor to join the ensemble cast of The Hobbit, it was jointly announced today by Toby Emmerich, President and Chief Operating Officer,...
Nesbitt will take on the role of Bofur, “a disarmingly forthright, funny and occasionally brave Dwarf.”
Brown will play Ori, “another of the Dwarf Company which sets out to reclaim the Lonely Mountain from the infamous dragon, Smaug.”
I love that there is real solid news now being released for this movie!
Here's the official press release:
Peter Jackson Announces Latest Addition To The Hobbit Cast
James Nesbitt Confirmed to Play Major Role in The Hobbit.
(Los Angeles November 1, 2010) –One of Britain’s most beloved actors, James Nesbitt (Millions and TV’s Cold Feet), is the latest actor to join the ensemble cast of The Hobbit, it was jointly announced today by Toby Emmerich, President and Chief Operating Officer,...
- 11/2/2010
- by Venkman
- GeekTyrant
Martin Freeman is to play Bilbo Baggins in The Hobbit, it's been officially announced.
In a joint statement issued today by Peter Jackson, Warner Bros, New Line Cinema and MGM, it was confirmed that the 39-year-old British actor will star in the two-part adaptation of Tolkien's classic.
Freeman (right) initially had to decline the role because of filming the BBC's second series of Sherlock, in which he plays Dr Watson, but a way has since been found to fit both into his schedule.
"Despite the various rumours and speculation surrounding this role, there has only ever been one Bilbo Baggins for us," said Peter Jackson.
"There are a few times in your career when you come across an actor who you know was born to play a role, but that was the case as soon as I met Martin. He is intelligent, funny, surprising and brave - exactly like Bilbo...
In a joint statement issued today by Peter Jackson, Warner Bros, New Line Cinema and MGM, it was confirmed that the 39-year-old British actor will star in the two-part adaptation of Tolkien's classic.
Freeman (right) initially had to decline the role because of filming the BBC's second series of Sherlock, in which he plays Dr Watson, but a way has since been found to fit both into his schedule.
"Despite the various rumours and speculation surrounding this role, there has only ever been one Bilbo Baggins for us," said Peter Jackson.
"There are a few times in your career when you come across an actor who you know was born to play a role, but that was the case as soon as I met Martin. He is intelligent, funny, surprising and brave - exactly like Bilbo...
- 10/22/2010
- by David Bentley
- The Geek Files
Although it still hasn't been decided if The Hobbit will be shot in New Zealand (the actors union ban has been lifted [1], but it may be too late), things are moving full steam ahead with the J.R.R. Tolkien adaptation. This week Warner Brothers and New Line have issued a press release with the first round of official casting info, and it looks like all the rumours were indeed true: Martin Freeman will play Bilbo Baggins. Previously it had been rumoured that his shooting schedule for season 2 of Sherlock might not allow him to star in The Hobbit, but this seems to have been resolved one way or another. After the jump, check out the full list of actors playing the Company of Dwarves in The Hobbit. Thorin Oakenshield -- Richard Armitage (Robin Hood, Captain America: The First Avenger) Kili and Fili -- Aidan Turner (Being Human) and Rob Kazinsky (EastEnders...
- 10/22/2010
- by Sean
- FilmJunk
Since "The Hobbit" prequels have already been greenlit and Peter Jackson has been confirmed as the director, Warner Bros is moving forward and has now announced the cast of the upcoming films, which will hit theaters in December of 2012 and December of 2013. Martin Freeman (Hot Fuzz) will play Bilbo Baggins, the hero of the story. Richard Armitage (Captain America) is set to play Thorin Oakenshield, the leader of the Company of Dwarves which sets off to reclaim the Lonely Mountain from a thieving dragon. Rounding out the Company of Dwarves are Aidan Turner ("Being Human") and Rob Kazinsky ("EastEnders") who play Kili and Fili, respectively. The remaining dwarves will be played by Graham McTavish (Secretariat) as Dwalin; John Callen ("Power Rangers Jungle Fury") as Oin; Stephen Hunter ("All Saints") as Bombur; Mark Hadlow (King Kong) as Dori; and Peter Hambleton ("The Strip") as Gloin. Jackson said of Freeman: "Despite the...
- 10/22/2010
- WorstPreviews.com
Director Peter Jackson has confirmed who will be starring in his big screen, two part adaptation of The Hobbit. After years of speculation regarding Peter Jackson’s long suffering adaptation of The Hobbit, it now seems like things are moving a light speed. It was only last week that the green light was officially announced on the project, and now we have the first cast list to pore over too!
Starring as Bilbo Baggins will be Brit actor Martin Freeman. Freeman previously pulled out of the role due to scheduling conflicts with BBC series, Sherlock – a decision he openly admitted was quite painful to make, so thankfully it looks like a solution has been found and Freeman can don the rubber feet after all.
Joining Martin Freeman on his Hobbit adventures will be Richard Armitage (Mi-5 and Captain America: The First Avenger) as Thorin Oakenshield, the leader of the company...
Starring as Bilbo Baggins will be Brit actor Martin Freeman. Freeman previously pulled out of the role due to scheduling conflicts with BBC series, Sherlock – a decision he openly admitted was quite painful to make, so thankfully it looks like a solution has been found and Freeman can don the rubber feet after all.
Joining Martin Freeman on his Hobbit adventures will be Richard Armitage (Mi-5 and Captain America: The First Avenger) as Thorin Oakenshield, the leader of the company...
- 10/22/2010
- by Craig Sharp
- FilmShaft.com
Now that it's official Peter Jackson will helm The Hobbit (to the great joy of many), comes word from New Line Cinema of a significant new round of cast additions.
Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage, Rob Kazinsky, Aidan Turner, Graham McTavish, John Callen, Stephen Hunter, Mark Hadlow and Peter Hambleton have joined the ensemble cast of the film, which is currently in pre-production.
Martin Freeman (Hot Fuzz) has been cast in the coveted role of Bilbo Baggins, the hero of the story. Richard Armitage (BBC's Mi-5 and soon to appear in Captain America: The First Avenger) is set to play Thorin Oakenshield, the leader of the Company of Dwarves who set off to reclaim the Lonely Mountain from a thieving dragon.
"Despite the various rumors and speculation surrounding this role, there has only ever been one Bilbo Baggins for us," said Peter Jackson. "There are a few times in your career...
Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage, Rob Kazinsky, Aidan Turner, Graham McTavish, John Callen, Stephen Hunter, Mark Hadlow and Peter Hambleton have joined the ensemble cast of the film, which is currently in pre-production.
Martin Freeman (Hot Fuzz) has been cast in the coveted role of Bilbo Baggins, the hero of the story. Richard Armitage (BBC's Mi-5 and soon to appear in Captain America: The First Avenger) is set to play Thorin Oakenshield, the leader of the Company of Dwarves who set off to reclaim the Lonely Mountain from a thieving dragon.
"Despite the various rumors and speculation surrounding this role, there has only ever been one Bilbo Baggins for us," said Peter Jackson. "There are a few times in your career...
- 10/22/2010
- CinemaSpy
Since you are probably as tired as I am surrounding The Hobbit news, I’ll try and keep this as short and simple as possible. Peter Jackson has confirmed the first of his cast with the main lead of Bilbo Baggins going to the much-rumored Martin Freeman (Hot Fuzz, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy). Deadline has the rest of the cast below.
Richard Armitage (Mi-5 and Captain America: The First Avenger) will play Thorin Oakenshield. Aidan Turner (Being Human) and Rob Kazinsky (EastEnders) will play Kili and Fili, members of the Company of Dwarves. Graham McTavish (Secretariat) will play Dwalin. John Callen (Power Rangers Jungle Fury) will play Oin. Stephen Hunter (All Saints) will play Bombur. Mark Hadlow (King Kong) plays Dori. Peter Hambleton (The Strip) will play Gloin.
Also looking at roles are James Nesbitt and David Tennant. Ian McKellan and Andy Serkis haven’t signed on yet,...
Richard Armitage (Mi-5 and Captain America: The First Avenger) will play Thorin Oakenshield. Aidan Turner (Being Human) and Rob Kazinsky (EastEnders) will play Kili and Fili, members of the Company of Dwarves. Graham McTavish (Secretariat) will play Dwalin. John Callen (Power Rangers Jungle Fury) will play Oin. Stephen Hunter (All Saints) will play Bombur. Mark Hadlow (King Kong) plays Dori. Peter Hambleton (The Strip) will play Gloin.
Also looking at roles are James Nesbitt and David Tennant. Ian McKellan and Andy Serkis haven’t signed on yet,...
- 10/22/2010
- by Jordan Raup
- The Film Stage
Deadline.com and TheOneRing.net reporting that director Peter Jackson has at long last cast his Bilbo Baggins in the upcoming two-parter The Hobbit.
As Deadline told you last week, Martin Freeman is set to play Bilbo Baggins, the adventurous Hobbit whose adventures and discovery of the One Ring leads the story up to The Lord of the Rings. Freeman has appeared in films ranging from The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy and Hot Fuzz to Love Actually.
“Despite the various rumours and speculation surround this role, there has only ever been one Bilbo Baggins for us,” Peter Jackson said. There are a few times in your career when you come across an actor who you know was born to play a role, but that was the case as soon as I met Martin. He is intelligent, funny, surprising and brave–exactly like Bilbo and I feel incredibly proud...
As Deadline told you last week, Martin Freeman is set to play Bilbo Baggins, the adventurous Hobbit whose adventures and discovery of the One Ring leads the story up to The Lord of the Rings. Freeman has appeared in films ranging from The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy and Hot Fuzz to Love Actually.
“Despite the various rumours and speculation surround this role, there has only ever been one Bilbo Baggins for us,” Peter Jackson said. There are a few times in your career when you come across an actor who you know was born to play a role, but that was the case as soon as I met Martin. He is intelligent, funny, surprising and brave–exactly like Bilbo and I feel incredibly proud...
- 10/22/2010
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Movie fans, nerds of all stripes, and aficionados of small, furry-footed hominids, take heed! The cast of director Peter Jackson’s long-awaited, much-delayed, crazily anticipated adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s fantasy epic The Hobbit is finally officially taking shape! As EW predicted, English actor Martin Freeman, best known for his deadpan portrayal of cubicle drone Tim Canterbury in the original BBC version of The Office as well as the films Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy and Hot Fuzz, will play the Hobbit hero Bilbo Baggins, who is reluctantly recruited by Gandalf the Wizard and a company of Dwarves to join...
- 10/22/2010
- by Josh Rottenberg
- EW.com - PopWatch
Last week Deadline announced that Martin Freeman would be playing the titular role of Bilbo Baggins in The Hobbit.
Even though Warner Bros. and Peter Jackson have had their hands full trying to figure out where they will shoot the back-to-back parts of The Hobbit, they have at least firmed up part of the cast.
Richard Armitatge (Mi-5 and Captain America: The First Avenger) will play Thorin Oakenshield, the leader Company of Dwarves that sets off to fight the dragon and reclaim the Lonely Mountain. Kili and Fili, members of the Company of Dwarves will be played by Aidan Turner (Being Human) and Rob Kazinsky (Eastenders) respectively.
Graham McTavish who starred in Secretariat will play Dawlin. John Callen who starred in Power Rangers Jungle Fury will catch a major break as Oin. Stephen Hunter of All Saints will play Bombur. Mark Hadlow who starred in King Kong will play Dori.
- 10/22/2010
- by Tiberius
- GeekTyrant
Breaking: While Peter Jackson and Warner Bros are figuring out where they'll shoot back-to-back installments of The Hobbit, Jackson and his partner Fran Walsh have begun to set his cast for the ambitious projects that will begin shooting in February for release in December 2012 and 2013. The castings were announced by New Line Cinema COO/president Toby Emmerich, Warner Bros COO/president Alan Horn, MGM co-ceo Steve Cooper, and Jackson. As Deadline told you last week, Martin Freeman is set to play Bilbo Baggins, the adventurous Hobbit whose adventures and discovery of the One Ring leads the story up to The Lord of the Rings. Freeman has appeared in films ranging from The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and Hot Fuzz to Love Actually. Jackson has cast several other significant Dwarf characters. Richard Armitage (Mi-5 and Captain America: The First Avenger) will play Thorin Oakenshield, leader of the Company of Dwarves...
- 10/22/2010
- by MIKE FLEMING
- Deadline
So the entire blogosphere is exploding with the news of initial casting for The Hobbit. As expected, Martin Freeman will play Bilbo; Richard Armitage will play Thorin Oakenshield; Aidan Turner (Being Human) and Rob Kazinsky (EastEnders) will play Kili and Fili; Stephen Hunter (All Saints) will play Bombur; Graham McTavish (Secretariat) will play Dwalin; John Callen (Power Rangers Jungle Fury) will play Oin; Mark Hadlow (King Kong) will play Dori; and Peter Hambleton (The Strip) will play Gloin. Other possible cast members include James Nesbitt, David Tennant, Stephen Fry, Saoirse Ronan, and Bill Nighy (as the voice of the dragon Smaug), and Aiden Turner is also a possibility as the Elf King. Meanwhile, Warner Brothers and New Line confirmed that the production won't necessarily take place in New Zealand, despite the settlement of a dispute with that country's acting union earlier this week.
- 10/21/2010
- thetorchonline
Kristen Connolly, Chris Hemsworth, Anna Hutchison, Fran Kranz and Jesse Williams are joining Drew Goddard's upcoming horror film "The Cabin in the Woods."
Details about the plot and characters are strictly kept under wraps. Joss Whedon wrote the script.
Richard Jenkins and Bradley Whitford are also on board of the film, which is already shooting and set for release Feb. 5, 2010.
Goddard will be making his directorial debut. His writing credits include "Cloverfield" and "Lost."
Connolly recently starred in "Revolutionary Road" and "Confessions of a Shopaholic." As for Hemsworth, he'll be next seen in "Star Trek."
Hutchison's credits include "Power Rangers Jungle Fury" and "Underbelly," while Kranz can be seen on "Dollhouse." Jesse Williams appeared in "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2."
Source: The Hollywood Reporter...
Details about the plot and characters are strictly kept under wraps. Joss Whedon wrote the script.
Richard Jenkins and Bradley Whitford are also on board of the film, which is already shooting and set for release Feb. 5, 2010.
Goddard will be making his directorial debut. His writing credits include "Cloverfield" and "Lost."
Connolly recently starred in "Revolutionary Road" and "Confessions of a Shopaholic." As for Hemsworth, he'll be next seen in "Star Trek."
Hutchison's credits include "Power Rangers Jungle Fury" and "Underbelly," while Kranz can be seen on "Dollhouse." Jesse Williams appeared in "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2."
Source: The Hollywood Reporter...
- 3/11/2009
- by Franck Tabouring
- screeninglog.com
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