Orlando Bloom says he would ‘hate to see anyone else’ playing Legolas in Lord of the Rings film

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28 Aug 2025 • 7:49 AM MYT
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  • Orlando Bloom discussed potential future roles in major film franchises during an appearance on ITV's This Morning.
  • He expressed a strong desire to reprise his role as Legolas in the upcoming Lord of the Rings film, The Hunt for Gollum, set for release in 2027, stating he would hate to see anyone else play the part.
  • Bloom clarified that he has no current information about a new Pirates of the Caribbean project, despite previously expressing a wish for the original cast to reunite.
  • He also spoke about his latest film, The Cut, due for release on September 5, in which he portrays a former boxing champion undergoing an intense weight-cutting regimen.
  • Bloom detailed the rigorous preparation for The Cut, including working with a nutritionist to realistically portray the physical demands of the role.

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