Ian Holm To Play Bilbo Again

Sir Ian Holm

Peter Jackson's upcoming production of The Hobbit will see Ian Holm reprise his role as loveable hobbit Bilbo Baggins revealed Total Film and will play the older role of Bilbo alongside Martin Freeman who will star as the young version of the character. Peter Jackson revealed the news via his Facebook page after questions about a voice heard in the teaser video released last week.

The Hobbit: Part 1 has already begun filming but won't see release until December 2012. Alongside Sir Ian Holm will be a host of big stars, some reprising their roles from The Lord Of The Rings trilogy, and some making a first appearance. Martin Freeman, Cate Blanchett, Andy Serkis, Elijah Wood, David Tennant, Orlando Bloom, Christopher Lee, James Nesbitt, Ian McKellen and even one half of the comedy music duo Flight Of The Conchords (Bret McKenzie) will all be featuring.

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