Andy Serkis Transforms Into Gollum on Set
Originally published Jul 15, 2026
By Tomt · Deadline
AI-generated summary based on Deadline · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jul 15, 2026
Key points
- Andy Serkis is both directing and starring in The Hunt for Gollum.
- Warner Bros. released a behind-the-scenes video showing Serkis in a motion-capture suit.
- The footage appears to show the first day of filming for the new Lord of the Rings prequel.
- The film is part of a new series of prequels being developed by Amazon.
- The video offers a rare look at the blend of performance and technology used to portray Gollum.
Warner Bros. has shared a glimpse of Andy Serkis directing and starring in The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum. The footage shows Serkis arriving on set in a motion-capture suit and preparing for a scene. The video appears to capture the early stages of production, offering fans a rare look behind the scenes. The film is part of a new series of Lord of the Rings prequels being developed by Amazon. The footage highlights the blend of performance and technology used to bring Gollum back to the screen.
Read the original story: Deadline — by Tomt
