Stephen Colbert's Middle-earth Movie: A Dream Project

0:00On March 25, Stephen Colbert is diving into a dream project just as his late-night era wraps up. Peter Jackson, the director behind the Lord of the Rings films, announced that the 61-year-old host will develop the script for an upcoming movie in the franchise. Colbert, a huge fan of the books, plans to spotlight chapters three through six from the first novel, parts that never hit the big screen before. This news dropped two months before the late show with Stephen Colbert and its run on CBS. The franchise, which started with David Letterman back in 1993, will sign off after 33 years with Colbert's final episode, set for May 20, 26. He's been eyeing this film gig for a while, but couldn't juggle it with hosting duties. Colbert shared his thrill over the opportunity, especially now that he'll have more free time this summer. As a dad to three kids with his wife Evelyn McGee Colbert, he expressed de-gratitude to his audience, band, and the 200 crew members who've made the show special for the past 10 years.

1:01Meanwhile, the TV landscape is buzzing with other changes. Hits like criminal minds, Evolution Guy renewed for season 20 on Paramount Plus in 2027, while for all mankind will wrap up with a sixth and final season on Apple TV. Comedy such as hacks are ending after five seasons, but staples like Abbott Elementary are back for six. Shows like the boys and Jersey Shore family vacation are also bowing out with their final season soon, but renewals keep coming for Emily in Paris, Black Mirror, and more. As Colbert steps into Middle-Earth, the small screen keeps evolving with fresh stories ahead. This has been Entertainment and Celebrity News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the Story.