Peter Jackson, the director of "Lord of the Rings" series, will pen the "Hobbit" script, as well as its sequel, with Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens. read more »

Since Peter Jackson is no longer attached to direct "The Hobbit" and its sequel, the movies couldn't have landed in a more capable hand. The LA Times reported that Guillermo del Toro will take over as director and will move to New Zealand for the next four years to work closely with Jackson and his production house WETA on the two movies, which will be shooting back-to-back. read more »