Middle-earth has a habit of drawing its heroes back when they least expect it, and Elijah Wood’s recent remarks have fans looking towards the Shire with hope once again. Although ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum’ is shrouded in secrecy, Wood is playing along with the rumors of a Frodo and Gandalf reunion.
Wood, who was present at FAN EXPO New Orleans, was questioned about Ian McKellen’s tease that both Frodo and Gandalf will feature in the next movie. Careful not to break any magical NDAs, Wood leaned into Tolkien-esque wisdom instead. “A wizard is to be trusted,” he said, a line that sent the crowd into instant speculation mode.
Elijah Wood’s Gandalf Remark Is the Closest Thing To A Confirmation
‘The Hunt for Gollum’ is not only special because of the possibility of familiar faces returning to the screen, but also because of the individuals who will be writing the book. Wood was enthusiastic about the reunion of the creative team, referring to it as a “getting the band back together” moment. Co-written and produced by Philippa Boyens, and Andy Serkis directing and reprising his iconic role as Gollum, the project feels deeply rooted in the DNA of Peter Jackson’s original trilogy.
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Additionally, Wood’s passion was undisguised. The actor has not confirmed his participation. However, his enthusiasm regarding the creative direction of the film indicates that he is still emotionally invested in the film. Having Serkis direct a story about Gollum is, as Wood described it, unbelievably right, particularly considering the extent to which the actor has developed the character over the years.
“I’m excited for Andy to direct it. It feels so unbelievably appropriate that he directs a film about his character that he has really made his own. I’m thrilled. It’ll be great. And I’m excited to see…I know their intention is to make other films in this universe. And that’s exciting, interesting to see where that goes, but very exciting.” That sense of legacy matters. The Lord of the Rings is not just a franchise but a shared memory. The reintroduction of the original creative voices is an indication that they are not going to re-create that history but pay tribute to it.
Frodo’s Role May Be Small, But The Impact Could Be Huge
‘The Hunt for Gollum’ takes place in a silent but interesting niche. It follows the timeline of Middle-earth between the 111th birthday of Bilbo Baggins and Frodo’s departure. The narrative mostly revolves around the quest of Gandalf to find Gollum. So, Frodo is not supposed to be a major character. However, even a momentary glance at him might be of immense emotional importance.
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The mere sight of Frodo and Gandalf reuniting, even once, would be enough to make the audience ecstatic. Their relationship was never about constant presence, but about guidance, trust, and unspoken understanding. Wood also gave a hint at the possibility of future movies in this re-emerged Middle-earth period, indicating that ‘The Hunt for Gollum’ might not be the end.
Whether Frodo appears again in later projects depends on both timeline and audience reception, but the door is clearly open. As the filming is reported to start in May, and the release is planned for December 17, 2027. So, fans might have to wait a little longer before official confirmations. Till then, Wood’s words and his smile are sufficient to keep the hope alive. After all, if there’s one thing Middle-earth has taught us, it’s this: when a wizard speaks, it’s worth listening.
