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'The Hobbit' to start production immediately

Dec 18, 2007, 10:56 AM | by Vanessa Juarez

Categories: Movie Biz, The Hobbit

Hollywood Insider just received word from New Line and MGM that everything has been resolved in The Hobbit debacle between Peter Jackson (pictured) and New Line. Jackson will executive produce the pic for a 2010 release, but the studios are still in search of director. Production on The Hobbit will begin immediately, though no script has been written, which means they will have to work around the strike. A rep for MGM says, "This is a slamdunk for everybody."

In a New Line press release to be sent out today, Peter Jackson says , “I’m very pleased that we’ve been able to put our differences behind us, so that we may begin a new chapter with our old friends at New Line. ‘The Lord of the Rings’ is a legacy we proudly share with Bob and Michael, and together, we share that legacy with millions of loyal fans all over the world. We are delighted to continue our journey through Middle Earth. I also want to thank Harry Sloan and our new friends at MGM for helping us find the common ground necessary to continue that journey.”

Stay tuned for more throughout the day...

--Additional reporting by Nicole Sperling.


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smaug Mon, Dec 31, 2007 at 01:04 AM EST

OMG i hope they choose the right director, some one that knows peter jacksons styles and sight and veiw. Thank God he's at least exec. producer, that makes it all good.

Greg Thu, Dec 20, 2007 at 12:39 AM EST

Riddley Scott and this film will be legendary

ra Thu, Dec 20, 2007 at 12:32 AM EST

Everybody..."Far over the misty mountains cold/To dungeons deep and caverns old/We must away, ere break of day/To seek the pale, enchanted gold!"

Olorin Wed, Dec 19, 2007 at 02:03 AM EST

Fantastic! I'm so glad its getting made, and I am glad that peter and his 2 film idea are involved. I am fine with someone else directing, as long as they are first caliber and mesh well with Jackson. Hired out directors only helped Lucas original Star Wars sequels. lol.

I DO hope that Gandalf's explosive magic is left in this time, and am desprate for scenes of his espionage in Dol Guldur, as well as scenes from the council, on which I do hope Lee's Saruman, Weaving's Elrond and Blanchett's Galadriel (heres hoping for Glorfindel as well) will all be shown. Merry Christmas to All the FANS! This certainly adds to my holiday merriment!

Kim Robert Andersen Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 07:24 PM EST

Ridley Scott & P. Jackson would made a good team i think! ;)

Kim Robert Andersen Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 07:23 PM EST

Ridley Scott & P. Jackson would make a good team i think! ;)

Snarf Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 05:30 PM EST

Good news! Now get Ian McKellan to resign as Gandalf and Ian Colm as Bilbo (digital wizardry can erase a few decades off of them)

BC Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 04:22 PM EST

The OneRing Website (http://www.theonering.net/) gave a presentation at DragonCon 2007 about possible casting options. Go this website:
http://www.theonering.net/thehobbit07.html

nathan Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 04:13 PM EST

Jackson should be directing this without a doubt.

Nate Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 03:59 PM EST

My suggestion for a young Bilbo is Martin Freeman! www.martinfreeman.com

Hobbit Grams Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 03:43 PM EST

I would sooo love to be an extra..Possably a granny hobbit in a hobbit wheelchair? eh. Yep, that would work for me..heh heh

Jennifer Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 03:38 PM EST

That's great. Why isn't Peter Jackson directing the film?

Lynn Powell Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 03:14 PM EST

I would also love to be an extra in this film. Anyone have information on where it is being filmed? New Zealand again?

To Em Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 03:01 PM EST

WOW, very quick to make a decision. Hey it MAY rain in Paris, therefor I will never go!

to Em Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 03:00 PM EST

WOW very quick to make a decision. It may rain in Paris...I won't go!

Applesauce Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 02:51 PM EST

peters executive producer not director? hmmm, so basicly its, 'lets find a way to have jackson involved, but as far away from it at the same time.'

I'm out

Jackie Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 02:34 PM EST

Happy! So happy!

Gary Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 02:31 PM EST

Look at that photo of Peter. HE should play Bilbo.

Darth Nihilus Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 02:30 PM EST

According to Variety, Sam Raimi is the main name for a director at this stage.

I would prefer Jackson, but Raimi should be adequate, and Jackson will oversee the production ensuring high quality and faithfullness to Tolkein.

And yes, I imagine that the failure of New Line's very expensive LOTR replacement, Golden Compass, encouraged New Line to shell out the money they owed Jackson so he would be involved.

GP Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 02:19 PM EST

I want to know who's going to play Bilbo!

Jonathan F. Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 02:17 PM EST

That's great. And 2010? The final Harry Potter installment anyone?

Miranda Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 01:58 PM EST

Ok this is a definite start...now he just has to decide to actually direct the thing. His direction would ensure that the movie was awesome!

Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 01:24 PM EST

?

M Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 01:23 PM EST

Yay, a movie being rushed into production without any actual director or a semblance of a script. Well, I guess that's never stopped modern Hollywood!

Lance Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 12:59 PM EST

I freaking thrilled, cannot wait to see this movie or to see all 5 movies in a row!! Now that is entertainment!!! I would love to be an extra also!!!!!

T.L. Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 12:51 PM EST

Jackson could wind up directing it -- and probably will, I'd guess. If not him, then how about Ridley Scott, George Miller, or Peter Weir?

harry Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 12:49 PM EST

yeeessssss!!!

JESSE Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 12:48 PM EST

YES YES YES YES YES!!!

HAPPY HOBBIT HOLIDAZE!!!

JESSE Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 12:48 PM EST

YES YES YES YES YES!!!

HAPPY HOBBIT HOLIDAZE!!!

Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 12:44 PM EST

He's just not signed to direct now. He may still come around. JJ Abrams was Exec Producing Star Trek and then decided to direct it. I would be surprised if he didn't. The main thing in his way are the TinTin movies he's doing with Spielberg.

hook Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 12:41 PM EST

He was said to be found at a millionaire&celebs club Meet Rich Dcom not long before, and he was hot there.Quite a few girls and ladies wrote to him.OMG!

BC Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 12:35 PM EST

Even though Peter Jackson is not directing IT, his involvement will ensure a good movie because he knows Tolkien.

Karim.M Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 12:07 PM EST

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Karim.M Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 12:05 PM EST

Okay, i'm confused. Here they're reporting Jackson isn't directing, but over at Yahoo! Movies, they have the title "Peter Jackson to direct The Hobbit"...see for yourself http://movies.yahoo.com/mv/news/ap/20071218/119800488000.html....What do you think?

Boston Pat Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 11:57 AM EST

Thank you Golden Compass for bombing!

Em Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 11:56 AM EST

Im very dissapointed Jackson isnt directing... probably wont see it

Ed Ruiz Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 11:37 AM EST

I agree with Marc,no one else but Jackson can do this.Lord of the Rings is the only triology that I can say got better and better. I'm excited that Hollywood East may be coming to Connecticut. And like most I also would love to be an extra or maybe a small part. Sometimes fantasies come true. Go for it Peter. Ed

mage?! Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 11:33 AM EST

I am so thrilled to hear those words. Now I have something to wait for...

Good Luck and Pete and WETA!!

Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 11:28 AM EST

I wish Peter Jackson was directing this, but I'll still be first in line to go see this movie.

Marc Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 11:22 AM EST

This is perfect. No one else could make this film like Peter Jackson can. Now if they would only cast me as one of the extras...

step Tue, Dec 18, 2007 at 11:20 AM EST

Wow.


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