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10 Dark Movie Twists (That Went Nowhere)
The worst plot twists change nothing about the story, and these movies feature some dark movie twists that ultimately had little to no actual payoffs.
The Hobbit Inspired an Alternative to the Bechdel Test
The Bechdel test is just one of many feminist litmus tests. The Tauriel Test, inspired by The Hobbit, delves deeper into women's characterizations.
'The Hobbit's' Ryan Gage Does His Best to Survive 'The Battle of the Five Armies'
The Musketeers actor talks with SPINOFF about reprising his role as the Master of Lake-town's right-hand man in the conclusion of Peter Jackson's fantasy trilogy.
Benedict Cumberbatch Slithers As Smaug in New 'Hobbit' B-Roll
The highly respected actor dons a mo-cap suit and gets down low to bring the titular dragon to life in this new featurette.
Stephen Colbert's 'Hobbit' Cameo Revealed
The Colbert Report host has a blink-and-you'll-miss-it appearance as a Lake-town spy in Peter Jackson's The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug.
COMIC REEL: Gordon-Levitt On Board For "Sandman"; Wolverine's New "Days of Future Past" Suit
Joseph Gordon-Levitt to produce "Sandman"; a new look at Wolverine's "X-Men: Days of Future Past" uniform; "Ant-Man" rumors & more.
COMIC REEL: "Amazing Spider-Man" Expands Universe; Cheadle In For "Age of Ultron"
Sony announces expansion of Webb's "Amazing Spider-Man" universe; Don Cheadle returns to Marvel for "Avengers: Age of Ultron" & more.
Evangeline Lilly Talks Tauriel, Tolkien and Love Triangle in 'Desolation of Smaug'
The Lost actress joins The Hobbit director Peter Jackson and co-writer Philippa Boyens to discuss bringing the new character Tauriel to life in The Desolation of Smaug.
Review | 'The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug' Delivers With Action and Elves
Peter Jackson's Hobbit sequel surpasses the first film, thanks to some well-placed Elves and a dragon, even if it's at the expense of Bilbo and Gandalf.
'The Hobbit's' Peter Jackson on Dwarves in Barrels, Action & 'Desolation of Smaug'
Directer Peter Jackson discusses the expansion of The Hobbit from two to three films, and the challenges he faced with The Desolation of Smaug.
Latest 'Hobbit' Video Diary Goes Behind the Scenes of 'Desolation of Smaug'
Director Peter Jackson and company give a behind-the-scenes look at The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, with appearances by Martin Freeman, Stephen Fry and Benedict Cumberbatch.
Peter Jackson Unveils Smaug on the Side of a Plane
A full-size image of Smaug from Peter Jackson's second Hobbit film is shown off for the first time on the side of an Air New Zealand plane.
'The Hobbit' Cast Offers a Look at Beorn's House From 'Desolation of Smaug'
A new behind-the-scenes video from Peter Jackson's The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug gives a tour of Boern's gigantic house with commentary from Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen and more!.
Peter Jackson Screens 20 Minutes of 'Desolation of Smaug' at 'Hobbit' Event
Spinoff Online was in Los Angeles on Monday as part of a global Hobbit fan event in which director Peter Jackson debuted footage from The Desolation of Smaug, and he and cast members answered questions about the upcoming film.
'Amazing Spider-Man 2' Trailer to Debut With 'The Desolation of Smaug'
Director Marc Webb announced on Twitter that The Amazing Spider-Man 2 trailer will debut Dec. 13 with The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug,
Post-'Hobbit,' Jackson Wants to Tell 'Some New Zealand Stories'
After finishing his Hobbit trilogy, director Peter Jackson wants to shine the spotlight on his homeland and make films about New Zealand.
'The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug' Debuts New Trailer
Warner Bros. has debuted a new trailer for The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug that not only turns the spotlight on Luke Evans' Bard the Bowman but delivers Benedict Cumberbatch's chilling voice as the dragon.
Bilbo Smiles, Tauriel Aims in New Photos From 'Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug'
The latest photos from The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smuag feature a happy Bilbo and a determined Tauriel. The second installment of Peter Jackson's trilogy opens Dec. 13.
SDCC | TheOneRing.net Brings 'The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug' to Comic-Con
In Peter Jackson's absence, staff members of TheOneRing.net brought Middle-Earth to Comic-Con, discussing the second film of The Hobbit trilogy, The Desolation of Smaug and how Jackson interprets and deviates from Tolkien's prose.
Ian McKellen and Orlando Bloom Bid Farewell to Middle-Earth
Lord of the Rings veterans Ian McKellen and Orlando Bloom wrapped their work on Peter Jackson's Hobbit trilogy with a photo and a tribute to an Internet sensation.