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The Hunt for Gollum is scheduled for release in 2026, though the exact date remains unconfirmed. There is speculation surrounding its chronological placement within the broader Lord of the Rings narrative. The film is likely to occur during the timeframe after Bilbo’s birthday party and before Frodo’s journey begins. This period is notably expanded in the books compared to the films, and there is also room to explore events in the intervening years between both trilogies.