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Hookbill the Goomba · 11-03-2010, 02:21 AM

Turns out McKellen is dropping out...

http://the-hobbitmovie.com/ian-mckel...andalf-hobbit/

Personally, I hope this means we get to see Richard Willson as Gandalf. "Wargs? I DON'T BELIEVE IT!"
..
Yes, anyway...

Tuor in Gondolin · 11-03-2010, 02:30 PM

Any word of the Voice of Smaug?

How about Sean Connery or Mike Myers?

***Mister Underhill*** · 11-03-2010, 04:54 PM

Hookbill, your tabloid instincts are as strong as ever!

That linked article doesn't say that McKellan is out, only that he hasn't yet signed. I'd be very surprised if they don't reach an agreement.

Regarding the voice of Smaug, the latest items I've read say Bill Nighy is the leading contender. Connery has been retired for some time, although, "never say never". Mike Myers is a joke, right?

Tuor in Gondolin · 11-08-2010, 08:33 AM

Curious info on ToRN:

Quote:

As early as August, McCoy started hinting that he had been been cast in a role that was not Bilbo. However earlier this week it started leaking in earnest (from McCoy himself), that he had been cast as Radagast. Confirming the news yesterday at Armageddon adds one more piece to the casting puzzle and confirms that Radagast the Brown, contemporary of Gandalf and Saruman and lover of nature and animals, will indeed be part of “The Hobbit” movies.

I suppose another PJ "improvement." Seems odd, since Sylvester McCoy could have had
a bigger, better role---even Bilbo.

Btw, I thought he was the third best Doctor (after Jon Pertwee and Tom Baker).

Hookbill the Goomba · 11-24-2010, 04:39 AM

Third hand report, but the best I can do...

My younger brother's school hosted Sir Ian last night. He was doing a talk about homophobia and fighting prejudice. During the question and answer session he was asked about playing Gandalf. He mentioned that he will be "flying back to New Zealand pretty soon" to play him again.
I'd like to assume he's referring to The Hobbit and not his own production of 'The Adventures of Gandalf and Alien', hitting cinemas some time next year.

***Mister Underhill*** · 11-30-2010, 01:09 AM

TheOneRing.Net is reporting that McKellan recently updated his website to include the role of Gandalf in The Hobbit, so it's looking more and more like they've reached a deal. I expect an official announcement any time now.

Hookbill the Goomba · 11-30-2010, 08:31 AM

More McCoy Hobbit casting speculations...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-11820379

He's decided to keep quiet now, it seems.

11-03-2010, 02:21 AM	#1
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Turns out McKellen is dropping out... http://the-hobbitmovie.com/ian-mckel...andalf-hobbit/ Personally, I hope this means we get to see Richard Willson as Gandalf. "Wargs? I DON'T BELIEVE IT!" .. Yes, anyway... __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

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Tuor in Gondolin Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Southeast Pennsylvania Posts: 3,651	Any word of the Voice of Smaug? How about Sean Connery or Mike Myers? __________________ The poster formerly known as Tuor of Gondolin. Walking To Rivendell and beyond 12,555 miles passed Nt./Day 5: Pass the beacon on Nardol, the 'Fire Hill.'

11-24-2010, 04:39 AM	#5
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	Third hand report, but the best I can do... My younger brother's school hosted Sir Ian last night. He was doing a talk about homophobia and fighting prejudice. During the question and answer session he was asked about playing Gandalf. He mentioned that he will be "flying back to New Zealand pretty soon" to play him again. I'd like to assume he's referring to The Hobbit and not his own production of 'The Adventures of Gandalf and Alien', hitting cinemas some time next year. __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

11-30-2010, 08:31 AM	#7
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	More McCoy Hobbit casting speculations... http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-11820379 He's decided to keep quiet now, it seems. __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...

11-03-2010, 04:54 PM	#3
*Mister Underhill* Dread Horseman Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Behind you! Posts: 2,744	Hookbill, your tabloid instincts are as strong as ever! That linked article doesn't say that McKellan is out, only that he hasn't yet signed. I'd be very surprised if they don't reach an agreement. Regarding the voice of Smaug, the latest items I've read say Bill Nighy is the leading contender. Connery has been retired for some time, although, "never say never". Mike Myers is a joke, right?

11-30-2010, 01:09 AM	#6
*Mister Underhill* Dread Horseman Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Behind you! Posts: 2,744	TheOneRing.Net is reporting that McKellan recently updated his website to include the role of Gandalf in The Hobbit, so it's looking more and more like they've reached a deal. I expect an official announcement any time now.