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Despite stepping away from feature films for over a decade, acclaimed director Peter Jackson has confirmed that he is not retired from directing and is actively working on new projects for the big screen.
Best known for 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy and 'King Kong', Jackson hasn’t helmed a cinematic release since 2014’s 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies'. Since then, his directorial focus has shifted to television documentaries, including the critically acclaimed 'They Shall Not Grow Old' in collaboration with the BBC and 'The Beatles: Get Back for Disney+.
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In a recent interview with Screen Rant, which primarily focused on his partnership with Colossal Biosciences—a company working to bring the extinct Giant Moa bird back to life—Peter Jackson addressed speculation about his retirement from feature filmmaking. He clarified that he has no plans to step away from the industry and revealed that he is currently developing three separate screenplays.
Peter Jackson's Upcoming Endeavours
One of the most buzzed-about projects on the horizon? 'The Hunt for Gollum'—a fresh adventure set in the LOTR universe. Peter Jackson shared that he has been co-writing and producing the film, which is set to be directed by Andy Serkis, who famously portrayed Gollum in the original trilogy. The film is tentatively scheduled for release in 2027.
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In addition to his continued interest in the fantasy genre, Peter Jackson expressed enthusiasm for his documentary work, particularly his collaborations involving 'The Beatles', hinting that more related content could be on the way.
While Jackson has shifted his creative energy into different formats over the years, his commitment to storytelling remains strong. With several screenplays in progress and a return to Middle-earth in the works, it’s clear that Peter Jackson’s journey as a filmmaker is far from over.
