SMAC - SHOWS, MOVIES & CHICKS

IAN MCKELLEN confirmed at the DARK KNIGHT premiere in London, that he will return as GANDALF in THE HOBBIT as Empire reports:

"Well, I haven’t had the contract yet but it’s everyone’s intention that I play Gandalf so yes, I will be returning to the role. Although it’s not until 2010, I’m very much excited about returning"

It's still not decided who will play BILBO, but rumor has it that JAMES MCAVOY is one of the studio execs favourites for the role...