Ian McKellen Eager to Return as Gandalf in New 'Lord of the Rings' Movies
Ian McKellenSir Ian McKellen, the venerable actor renowned for his portrayal of the wizard Gandalf, has expressed his eagerness to return to Middle Earth in the upcoming 'Lord of the Rings' movies. At 85 years old, McKellen remains enthusiastic about reprising his role, urging filmmakers to expedite the project.
In recent interviews, McKellen disclosed that new films set in the 'Lord of the Rings' universe are in the planning stages, with director Peter Jackson involved once more. Although the scripts have yet to be penned, McKellen is hopeful he will be asked to join the journey again. "They better be quick!" he advised, adding a note of urgency due to his age.
The seasoned actor's commitment to the role remains strong, having played Gandalf in both the original 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy and the 'Hobbit' films. Despite experiencing a fall during a recent theater performance, McKellen is recovering well and intends to take the rest of the year off, not out of necessity but to pace himself.
Fans of the franchise are undoubtedly eager to see McKellen don the wizard's hat once more, as his portrayal of Gandalf has become iconic in the cinematic world of J.R.R. Tolkien's fantasy novels.
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