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‘The Lord of the Rings’ Finds Its New Aragorn And Fans Are Already Divided

In Short
  • Leo Woodall will portray a younger Aragorn in 'The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.'
  • Elijah Wood confirmed the casting during an appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast.
  • The film will explore Aragorn's early years as he teams up with Gandalf to track down Gollum.

In JRR Tolkien’s iconic Middle-earth, where old adventures still linger, a new face is set to take on an legendary role.

Elijah Wood, best known as Frodo Baggins in ‘The Lord of the Rings‘ trilogy, has confirmed that Leo Woodall will play a younger Aragorn in the highly anticipated ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.

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Elijah Wood as Frodo Baggins in 'The Lord of the Rings' (Image: New Line Cinema)
Elijah Wood as Frodo Baggins in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ (Image: New Line Cinema)

While speaking on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Elijah Wood confirmed the cast when asked about the reports. “Right, that is true,” he said, adding, “Those are tough boots, I can’t imagine, but that’s gonna be great.

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This is a big moment for ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.’ The story will explore the perilous 17-year-old gap between Bilbo’s 111th birthday and Frodo leaving the Shire. It focuses on Aragorn, then known as Strider, as he teams up with Gandalf to track down Gollum, who holds key information about the One Ring.

Andy Serkis, who originally played Gollum using motion capture in ‘The Lord of the Rings‘ film trilogy, is directing the film and will return to play the character again.

Why Leo Woodall Was Chosen as the New Aragorn

Leo Woodall on 'The White Lotus' (Image: HBO Max)
Leo Woodall on ‘The White Lotus’ (Image: HBO Max)

Leo Woodall, who is now only 29, brings a new energy to a role made famous by Viggo Mortensen in ‘The Lord of the Rings‘ trilogy. He first gained attention with his performance in season 2 of ‘The White Lotus,’ and later showed more ranged in ‘One Day,’ ‘Nuremberg,’ and the series ‘Vladimir‘ alongside Rachel Weisz.

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There is also a fun detail that fans can enjoy. As a kid, Woodall used to pretend he was Aragorn while playing at home, which makes this casting feel even more special.

As per new reports, Woodall’s version of Aragorn will focus on the character’s earlier years when he is still a wandering ranger, figuring out his path before becoming a king.

Returning Cast and Exciting New Additions for The Hunt for Gollum

Viggo Mortensen as Aragorn in 'The Lord of the Rings' (Image: New Line Cinema)
Viggo Mortensen as Aragorn in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ (Image: New Line Cinema)

The film is coming together as a mix of nostalgia and something new. Ian McKellen is expected to return as Gandalf, and there are reports that Kate Winslet has joined the cast in a role that has not been revealed yet.

Elijah has already previously shared how excited he is with the project, calling it “getting the band back together.” He has not officially confirmed whether he will return as Frodo, but he has made it clear that he would not want anyone else to step into the role of the well-known hobbit.

You might also like to read: Why Kate Winslet Rejected Eowyn In ‘The Lord Of The Rings’ Before Joining ‘The Hunt For Gollum’

Arunava Chakrabarty
Arunava Chakrabarty
Arunava Chakrabarty is a writer and sub-editor at First Curiosity, where he covers the latest in Hollywood, celebrates timeless classics, and explores the world of anime. Outside of work, he delves into international and political research while still finding time for movies and anime series. In rare quiet moments, he turns to the captivating works of Yoko Ogawa, often getting lost in the tense and haunting realities of The Memory Police.

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