The first film in Peter Jackson’s highly-anticipated THE HOBBIT trilogy has yet to hit theatres, but that hasn’t stopped Warner Bros. and New Line from forging ahead with release plans for the second and third films. As Bilbo Baggins fans await the journey to the Lonely Mountain, there seems to be plenty to look forward to over the next two years.
As it stands, THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY will hit theatres on December 14, followed by the second film, retitled DESOLATION OF SMAUG, to open on December 13, 2013. Contrary to Jackson’s usual style of spacing each film’s release one year apart, the third film is set to open seven months after the second, on July 18, 2014. The third film will likely be a hot summer ticket, though we’re in no rush for the magical trilogy to come to an end!
THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY follows Bilbo Baggins on a quest to reclaim the Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor from the dragon Smaug. Along the way, Bilbo meets a wizard, Gandalf the Grey, and 13 brave dwarves ready to battle goblins, giant spiders and sorcerers. Of course, the journey would not be complete without an encounter with Gollum and his precious ring.
Don’t forget to catch THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY when it hits theatres on December 14!