Tag Archives: The Hobbit

Life Outside ‘Sherlock’: Martin Freeman

By Brigid Brown | Posted on September 20th, 2012

Martin Freeman at 2012 Comic-Con discussing The Hobbit. (Photo via AP)

Martin Freeman, BAFTA winner in the Best Supporting Actor category for his role in BBC’s Sherlock, has mastered the modern day sidekick playing opposite Benedict Cumberbatch. He and Cumberbatch have both received 2012 Emmy nominations ...

WATCH: The New ‘Hobbit’ Trailer

By Brigid Brown | Posted on September 19th, 2012

Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins. (Photo via WB)

The new trailer for Peter Jackson’s film adaptation of J.R.R.

Benedict Cumberbatch is a Double Winner at the TVChoice Awards

By Brigid Brown | Posted on September 11th, 2012

Benedict Cumberbatch can do no wrong in our eyes. And, apparently, we’re not the only ones who think so.

Who Wants To See Martin Freeman Running Away From A Pig?

By Fraser McAlpine | Posted on September 6th, 2012

Yeah, thought that’d get your attention. This is, of course, a new production still from Peter Jackson‘s one, no two, no three film adaptation of JRR Tolkien‘s The Hobbit, featuring Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins.

Peter Jackson: ‘Hobbit’ Films Set to Wrap Shooting in July

By Tom Brook | Posted on January 26th, 2012

In just a few days, filmmaker Peter Jackson will return to the Hobbit movies after spending a brief time at the Sundance Film Festival promoting the documentary West of Memphis, which he co-produced.

WATCH: ‘The Hobbit’ First Trailer

By Fraser McAlpine | Posted on December 21st, 2011

Here it is! The first trailer for Peter Jackson’s sumptuous adaptation of JRR Tolkein’s The Hobbit, which, one year from now, we’ll have all seen in full. Set your calendars!

Andy Serkis ‘Having a Ball’ With ‘Hobbit’ Movies, In Front of and Behind Camera

By Tom Brook | Posted on August 9th, 2011

British actor Andy Serkis — who’s reprising the role of Gollum in the forthcoming Hobbit movies — is definitely enjoying his extra behind-the-camera responsibilities given to him by director Peter Jackson.

News Roundup: Cee Lo Eyes Pippa, Simon Cowell in Pink, and ‘Hobbit’ Snaps Revealed

By staff | Posted on July 13th, 2011

• Pippa Middleton has a new admirer, in the shape of Cee Lo Green. Although she should probably be aware that he’s a little too busy enjoying his own reflection to bother with the finer details, like remembering her name.

Barry Humphries Joins The Cast Of The Hobbit

By Fraser McAlpine | Posted on June 20th, 2011

For all that cynics sneer about Facebook and Twitter, you’ve got to admit that you do get a higher quality stream of insider gossip when it comes from the stars themselves. Especially when they’re involved in making something.

News From Middle Earth: ‘Hobbit’ Film Titles, Dates Revealed

By MacKenzie Wilson | Posted on May 31st, 2011

When it comes to The Hobbit, we can barely contain our excitement. How about you? Martin Freeman‘s recent mention that Benedict Cumberbatch will be a part of the star-studded cast still has us doing the happy dance.