According to the synopsis, the movie's plot "explores and expands the untold story behind the fortress of Helm’s Deep, delving into the life and blood-soaked times of one of Middle-earth’s most legendary figures; the mighty King of Rohan — Helm Hammerhand."
Here's the official key art:
Credit: Warner Bros./New Line Cinema
While Jackson isn't directly involved with this effort,
The Hollywood Reporter writes that the director has given it his sacred blessing. Kenji Kamiyama (
Blade Runner: Black Lotus) is attached as director and Philippa Boyens — who co-wrote the
Lord of the Rings and
Hobbit trilogies with Jackson and Fran Walsh — is on board as a consultant. The team of Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews (