Stephen Colbert to write next ‘Lord of the Rings’ movie after leaving late night
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Key Points:
- Stephen Colbert will co-write and develop a new film in the "Lord of the Rings" franchise, marking his next career move after ending his 11-year tenure as host of "The Late Show" in May.
- The new film, tentatively titled "Shadow of the Past," will explore six chapters from Tolkien’s "The Fellowship of the Ring" that were not included in the original movies.
- Colbert revealed the project alongside "LOTR" director Peter Jackson, with screenwriter Philippa Boyens and Colbert’s son, Peter McGee, also involved in the development.
- This film is the second of two upcoming "Lord of the Rings" movies under Warner Bros. Discovery and New Line Cinema, with another film, "The Hunt for Gollum," set for release in 2027.
- Colbert’s announcement coincides with the end of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," which will air its final episode on May 21 following CBS’s cancellation due to financial pressures.
