Martin Freeman
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| Martin Freeman | |
| Lifetime | September 8, 1971 |
| Portrayed | Bilbo Baggins in: |
| The Hobbit (film series) | |
| IMDb | Profile |
- "Despite the various rumors and speculation surround this role, there has only ever been one Bilbo Baggins for us"
- ― Peter Jackson[1]
Martin Freeman portrayed Bilbo Baggins in The Hobbit (film series).[1] The role was previously played by Ian Holm in The Lord of the Rings films.
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[edit] Casting
As far back as 2007 rumors were circulating by fans that Freeman would be an ideal candidate.[2] On October 11, 2010 Freeman confirmed he had to turn down the role due to scheduling conflicts,[3] however he was officially announced for the role on October 21, 2010.[4]
[edit] Awards
- 2013 - MTV Movie Award, Best Hero, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
- 2013 - Empire Award, Best Actor, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
[edit] Bibliography, selected
[edit] Articles
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Deadline, "Peter Jackson Sets First Names For 'The Hobbit'", 21 October 2010 (accessed 23 October 2010)
- ↑ MTV Movies Blog, "Will Martin Freeman Hitch A Ride To 'The Hobbit'?", 17 September 2007 (accessed 23 October 2010)
- ↑ Empire, "Martin Freeman Talks The Hobbit", 11 October 2010 (accessed 23 October 2010)
- ↑ Wired, "Hobbit Movies Get Their Bilbo: Martin Freeman", 22 October 2010 (accessed 23 October 2010)