It is official, The Hobbit has finally gotten a green light! Peter Jackson will be taking the helm on the 2 part, 3D version of the film. With all the delays we can finally expect to see the first movie start filming in February 2011, with 2012 and 2013 release dates.
While there is a glut of 3D movies out there, this one promises to be done with the latest technology that won’t leave viewers with a headache or frustrated that the picture quality wasn’t the best.
Casting is still in the works, but HobbitCast recently learned that Martin Freeman is the front-runner for the role of Bilbo, as was speculated early last year.
While the labour dispute amongst the actors in New Zealand still looms on the horizon, we’re confident that PJ will help get it settled and give us the movie we’ve been waiting for.

With things ramping up in the new year, HobbitCast will be there every step of the way. Check back often for more updates for all things “The Hobbit” related.