'The Hobbit' - Photo of Bombur, Bofur and Bifur

Are you tired of "The Hobbit" yet? If new images and other goodies from Peter Jackson's new adventure keep popping up like this, maybe we'll grow tired of after a while. Nah, I'm kidding. We're always happy to get a better glimpse at what's going on.

Moving on, here is a new still of Stephen Hunter as Bombur, James Nesbitt as Bofur and William Kircher as Bifur, all part of the cast of "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," which opens Dec. 14, 2012. "The Hobbit: There and Back Again" is set for release Dec. 13, 2013.

Martin Freeman, Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee and Hugo Weaving star in the films. By the way, Bombur, Bofur and Bifur are descendants of coal miners, and they are out in the field looking for their fortune. Exciting, eh?

Another picture from 'The Hobbit' surfaces

It can be safely assumed that now that production on Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit" is now in full swing, we will have a lot of pictures of the film coming your way. The first film will hit theaters Dec. 14, 2012, and "The Hobbit: There and Back Again" is set for release Dec. 13, 2013.

Yesterday, we showed you pictures of the dwarves Dori, Nori, and Ori. Well today we have a new picture of Oin and Gloin for you all to devour. Check them out after the jump. "The Hobbit" flicks will star Martin Freeman, Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom and Ian Holm.

Here is Yahoo's description of the characters in the picture: "Distant cousins of Thorin Oakenshield, these two doughty Northern Dwarves join the Company out of a sense of loyalty to their kin, and also because they have a substantial sum of money invested in the venture.

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First image of Dori, Nori and Ori in 'Hobbit'

New Line Cinema has released a new image from Peter Jackson's upcoming adventure "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey." Check it out above, it's a shot of brothers Nori (Jed Brophy), Ori (Adam Brown) and Dori (Mark Hadlow).

No big action going on here, but that's fine for now. I'm just glad to see the production for this is in full swing. The first film will hit theaters Dec. 14, 2012, and "The Hobbit: There and Back Again" is set for release Dec. 13, 2013.

Martin Freeman, Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee and Hugo Weaving star in the films. I'm not a "Hobbit" expert, but from what I hear, Ori, Nori and Dori all have their own special characteristics that make them stand out.

New photos from 'The Hobbit'

Expect to see more and more photos from "The Hobbit" films arrive on the Web as production for the two-part adventure continues. Peter Jackson is currently busy filming "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," and Empire got a hold of these two stills.

Okay, nothing major going on here, but they show Ian McKellen as Gandalf and Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins. The first film will hit theaters Dec. 14, 2012, and "The Hobbit: There and Back Again is set for release Dec. 13, 2013.

Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee and Hugo Weaving star in the epic, which overcame lots of hurdles and is finally in full swing. With Jackson at the helm, I am 100 percent confident we will be in for a large treat. Who's excited?

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First look at Bilbo Baggins in 'The Hobbit'

Get ready, because now that the production on Peter Jackson's eagerly awaited adaptation of "The Hobbit" is in full swing, we are going to have a lot of news and pictures coming your way. Below you can see the first images of Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins and Sir Ian McKellen reprising his role as Gandalf the Grey. Enjoy!

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" and "The Hobbit: There and Back Again" are slated for releases in 2012 and 2013. Ian McKellen, Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee and Hugo Weaving star. Who's excited?

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Evangeline Lily joins 'The Hobbit'

Keeping up with the constant bombardment of casting news for Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," it looks as though two more actors have hopped on board. 

Evangeline Lily, best known for her role on ABC's "Lost," as been confirmed as the Woodland elf Tauriel. After briefly explaining that her character's name means "daughter of Mirkwood" via Facebook, Jackson said nothing else of her role.  

He also confirmed that Aussie comedian Barry Humphries will play the Goblin King. Jackson said, "Barry is also a fine actor, and we're looking forward to seeing him invest the Goblin King with the delicate sensitivity and emotional depth this character deserves."

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" and "The Hobbit: There and Back Again" are slated for releases in 2012 and 2013. What do you think of these casting choices? (via Dark Horizons)

‘The Hobbit’ casts Benedict Cumberbatch to voice Smaug

Doing the voice for a dragon is always a difficult thing to pull off (if you need persuading, just think of Sean Connery in “Dragonheart”). So selecting an actor for Smaug, the insatiably hungry, treasure hording dragon in Peter Jackson’s “The Hobbit,” is tricky business.

Deadline has just announced that Benedict Cumberbatch will portray the beast’s guttural bellow.  Cumberbatch is already on set, doing the voice of the character Necromancer.  

He's also busy playing supporting characters in Steven Spielberg’s “War Horse” and “Tinker Tailor Spy,” in which he co-stars along Gary Oldman and Tom Hardy. It appears Cumberbatch might be a name we get used to hearing.

Titles and release dates for 'Hobbit' films

Peter Jackson is busy working on "The Hobbit," and New Line Cinema today announced both titles and release dates for the two films so many people out there are dying to see. Okay, let's start with dates. The first film opens Dec. 14, 2012, and the second part follows Dec. 13, 2013. That sure is a long wait.

In terms of title, the first "Hobbit" flick is now known as "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey." The second part is titled "The Hobbit: There and Back Again." Of course, the films follow the adventures of Bilbo Baggins many years before the events that take place in "The Lord of the Rings" films.

"The Hobbit" films are shot in 3D, so Jackson better make sure they will look way better than some recent 3D releases. Darn, I'm so sick of it already... Either way, Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee and Hugo Weaving star.

Orlando Bloom to play Legolas in 'Hobbit'

Good news for all Legolas fans! Director Peter Jackson, who is hard at work directing "The Hobbit", has stated via Facebook that Orlando Bloom will be reprising his role as the bow and arrow-wielding elf. Who's excited?

This is what Jackson had to say: "Ten years ago, Orlando Bloom created an iconic character with his portrayal of Legolas. I'm excited to announce today that we'll be revisiting Middle Earth with him once more. I’m thrilled to be working with Orlando again."

He added, "Funny thing is, I look older—and he doesn’t! I guess that's why he makes such a wonderful elf."

First 'Adventures of Tintin' teaser lands!

Paramount has released the first teaser trailer for Steven Spielberg's upcoming 3D motion-capture adventure "The Adventures of Tintin: Secret of the Unicorn," and you can count me among those getting even more excited about the flick after seeing this footage.

As you can see clearly, this is a only a teaser, which is why I understand many folks out there seem to be a bit underwhelmed. That said, I strongly believe Spielberg has everything it takes to turn this into a memorable ride, and I can't wait to see more of this thing.

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