The Lord of the Rings: The Hobbit Cast Announced
A New Chapter in the Epic Trilogy
The Lord of the Rings trilogy is a beloved classic, and fans have been eagerly awaiting news of the upcoming Hobbit film. Now, the cast has been announced, and it includes some of the biggest names in Hollywood.
Martin Freeman will play the title role of Bilbo Baggins, and he will be joined by Ian McKellen as Gandalf, Cate Blanchett as Galadriel, and Orlando Bloom as Legolas. The cast also includes Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield, Evangeline Lilly as Tauriel, and Lee Pace as Thranduil.
The Hobbit is set 60 years before the events of The Lord of the Rings, and it tells the story of Bilbo Baggins' journey to the Lonely Mountain. Along the way, he will encounter a host of dangerous creatures, including goblins, orcs, and dragons.
The Hobbit is directed by Peter Jackson, who also helmed The Lord of the Rings trilogy. The film is scheduled to be released in December 2012.
The announcement of the cast has sent fans into a frenzy of excitement. The Lord of the Rings is one of the most popular film franchises of all time, and The Hobbit is sure to be another huge success.
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