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Cast
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  • Ian McKellen

    Ian McKellen

    Gandalf

  • Martin Freeman

    Martin Freeman

    Bilbo Baggins

  • Richard Armitage

    Richard Armitage

    Thorin Oakenshield

  • Ken Stott

    Ken Stott

    Dwarf Lord Balin

  • Graham McTavish

    Graham McTavish

    Dwalin

  • William Kircher

    William Kircher

    Bifur / Tom Troll

  • James Nesbitt

    James Nesbitt

    Bofur

  • Stephen Hunter

    Stephen Hunter

    Bombur

Credits
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  • Peter Jackson

    Peter Jackson

    Director / Screenwriter / Producer

  • Fran Walsh

    Fran Walsh

    Screenwriter / Producer

  • Philippa Boyens

    Philippa Boyens

    Screenwriter / Co-Producer

  • Guillermo del Toro

    Guillermo del Toro

    Screenwriter

  • J.R.R. Tolkien

    J.R.R. Tolkien

    Author

  • Zane Weiner

    Zane Weiner

    Producer

  • Carolynne Cunningham

    Carolynne Cunningham

    Producer

  • Eileen Moran

    Eileen Moran

    Co-Producer

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  1. The Producers: Full Uncensored Interview

    9:00 am PST 12/13/2012
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    Full uncensored interview with Grant Heslov (Argo), Philippa Boyens (The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey), Eric Fellner (Anna Karenina and Les Miserables) Stacey Sher (Django Unchained) Joanne Sellar (The Master) Bruce Cohen (Silver Linings Playbook). READ MORE

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  2. Watch Video Producer Roundtable: 6 Power Players on Delivering 'The Hobbit' and the 'Nightmare' of Making 'Les Mis'

    Producer Roundtable: 6 Power Players on Delivering 'The Hobbit' and the 'Nightmare' of Making 'Les Mis'

    9:00 am PST 12/13/2012
    • Matthew Belloni
    • Stephen Galloway
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    Philippa Boyens, Grant Heslov, Eric Fellner and other heavy-lifters behind this year's best movies open up about their biggest regrets, raising kids on set and how computers are now deciding on greenlights. READ MORE

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  3. Watch Video THR's Producer Roundtable: Peter Jackson Collaborator on What Makes the Filmmaker Tick (Video)

    THR's Producer Roundtable: Peter Jackson Collaborator on What Makes the Filmmaker Tick (Video)

    9:00 am PST 12/13/2012
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    Philippa Boyens says Jackson sees himself as an "independent filmmaker" who happens to own a visual effects company. READ MORE

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  4. Watch Video THR's Producer Roundtable: What Would Guillermo del Toro's 'Hobbit' Have Looked Like? (Video)

    THR's Producer Roundtable: What Would Guillermo del Toro's 'Hobbit' Have Looked Like? (Video)

    9:00 am PST 12/13/2012
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    Peter Jackson collaborator Philippa Boyens says the film would have had more of a “fairy-tale” element and a different visual aesthetic. READ MORE

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  5. Golden Globes Snubs: 'Mad Men,' Jamie Foxx, Robert De Niro

    Golden Globes Snubs: 'Mad Men,' Jamie Foxx, Robert De Niro

    8:01 am PST 12/13/2012
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    • Jordan Zakarin
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    Notable omissions from the film and television categories. READ MORE

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  6. Live Feed
    TBS Appeals to 'Hobbit' Fans to Promote 'King of the Nerds' (Exclusive Video)

    TBS Appeals to 'Hobbit' Fans to Promote 'King of the Nerds' (Exclusive Video)

    8:00 am PST 12/13/2012
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    The trailer for the unscripted series hosted by "Revenge of the Nerds" duo Robert Carradine and Curtis Armstrong will air during previews of the "Hobbit," with a short version airing on sibling network TNT during "The Lord of the Rings." READ MORE

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  7. Cate Blanchett at 'The Hobbit' Premiere: Back -- and Plenty Of It -- in Givenchy Fabulousness

    7:00 am PST 12/13/2012
    • Merle Ginsberg
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    The Aussie diva is back in the spotlight with the "Lord of the Rings" prequel, and as always, is wearing something unique and seemingly only meant for her. READ MORE

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  8. THR, Esq.
    'Age of the Hobbits' Is Now 'Clash of the Empires'

    'Age of the Hobbits' Is Now 'Clash of the Empires'

    9:19 pm PST 12/12/2012
    • Jonathan Handel
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    Meanwhile, the screenwriter reveals the movie’s original title. READ MORE

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  9. 'Skyfall' and 'The Hobbit' to be Released One Month Apart in China (Report)

    'Skyfall' and 'The Hobbit' to be Released One Month Apart in China (Report)

    8:08 pm PST 12/12/2012
    • Clarence Tsui
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    The two Hollywood blockbusters are no longer pitched head-on in China, with reports stating the two films are to unspool in the country on January 20 and February 15 respectively READ MORE

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  10. Box Office Report: 'Hobbit' Scores Record Wednesday Opening in New Zealand

    Box Office Report: 'Hobbit' Scores Record Wednesday Opening in New Zealand

    5:13 pm PST 12/12/2012
    • Pamela McClintock
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    "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" opens around the world this weekend. READ MORE

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  11. Imax to Show 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' in High Frame Rate 3D

    Imax to Show 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' in High Frame Rate 3D

    4:15 pm PST 12/12/2012
    • Etan Vlessing
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    The giant screen exhibitor will feature the Peter Jackson tentpole at 48 frames per-second, closer to what the human eye sees. READ MORE

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  12. THR, Esq.
    'Age of the Hobbits' Set for Cambodian Release Under New Title

    'Age of the Hobbits' Set for Cambodian Release Under New Title

    5:56 am PST 12/12/2012
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    The Cambodia-made mockbuster will get a theatrical release in the country as "The History of Mankind." READ MORE

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  13. Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit' Tracking for $70 Million-Plus Opening

    Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit' Tracking for $70 Million-Plus Opening

    1:53 pm PST 12/11/2012
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    The 3D epic opens at the North American box office at 12:01 a.m. Friday; overseas, it begins rolling out Wednesday in select countries, including New Zealand. READ MORE

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  14. Ian McKellen Reveals He Has Prostate Cancer

    Ian McKellen Reveals He Has Prostate Cancer

    8:11 am PST 12/11/2012
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    The 73-year-old "Hobbit" actor says he's suffered from the disease "for six or seven years." READ MORE

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  15. Kate Middleton Pulls Out of ‘The Hobbit’ London Premiere

    Kate Middleton Pulls Out of ‘The Hobbit’ London Premiere

    6:39 am PST 12/11/2012
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    The Duchess of Cambridge has pulled out of attending the Royal Film Performance of “The Hobbit” Wednesday night because of her ongoing pregnancy sickness. READ MORE

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  16. CineAsia 2012: Content Remains Crucial in Unlocking Asian Markets, Industry Figures Say

    CineAsia 2012: Content Remains Crucial in Unlocking Asian Markets, Industry Figures Say

    9:14 pm PST 12/10/2012
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    Technological advances in film exhibition would work only in tandem with content local audiences can identify with, say distributors and theater operators at the region’s annual industry gathering. READ MORE

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  17. THR, Esq.
    Judge Blocks Release of 'Age of the Hobbits' Movie

    Judge Blocks Release of 'Age of the Hobbits' Movie

    1:25 pm PST 12/10/2012
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    An alleged "knockoff" has been deemed as presenting a likelihood of confusion among consumers who wish to see Pater Jackson's "The Hobbit." READ MORE

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  18. Heat Vision
    'The Hobbit' Dwarves Discuss Mega Feasts, Video Game Rivalries and All That Makeup

    'The Hobbit' Dwarves Discuss Mega Feasts, Video Game Rivalries and All That Makeup

    8:14 am PST 12/10/2012
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    At the film's NYC premiere, the actors that played the warrior dwarves recalled tough days on set, nose-fittings and much more. READ MORE

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  19. Ian McKellen: 'Silly' Stephen Colbert Cracked Under 'Hobbit' Excitement

    Ian McKellen: 'Silly' Stephen Colbert Cracked Under 'Hobbit' Excitement

    11:17 am PST 12/7/2012
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    Speaking at the premiere of his new film on Thursday, the actor recalled his visit to the "Hobbit" superfan's show as well as an uncomfortable moment on set in New Zealand. READ MORE

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  20. Heat Vision
    'Hobbit' Star Martin Freeman: 'I'm Geek Royalty Now'

    'Hobbit' Star Martin Freeman: 'I'm Geek Royalty Now'

    6:38 am PST 12/7/2012
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    At the film's New York premiere, the English actor who plays Bilbo Baggins joked with THR about his cult fame. READ MORE

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Summary

Bilbo Baggins, a Hobbit, journeys to the Lonely Mountain accompanied by a group of dwarves to reclaim a treasure taken from them by the dragon Smaug.

Company Info

  • New Line Cinema Studio
  • Warner Bros. Pictures Domestic Theatrical Distributor