J. R. R. Tolkien

Embracer Group enters into agreement to acquire IP rights to The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit literary works by J.R.R Tolkien

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Thursday, August 18, 2022
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Tolkien, as well as matching rights in other Middle-earth-related literary works authorized by the Tolkien Estate and HarperCollins, which have yet to be explored.

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  • Tolkien, as well as matching rights in other Middle-earth-related literary works authorized by the Tolkien Estate and HarperCollins, which have yet to be explored.
  • I am thrilled to see what lies in the future for this IP with Freemode and Asmodee as a start within the group.
  • Going forward, we also look forward to collaborating with both existing and new external licensees of our increasingly stronger IP portfolio,"says Lars Wingefors, Founder and Group CEO Embracer Group.
  • 1Acquired through Embracer's subsidiary Embracer Freemode Iconic Holding Inc. and will be part of the operative group Embracer Freemode.

Electronic Arts Partners with Middle-earth Enterprises on the Development of Upcoming Mobile Game The Lord of the Rings: Heroes of Middle-earth™

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Monday, May 9, 2022
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Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA), a global leader in interactive entertainment, has partnered with Middle-earth Enterprises, a division of The Saul Zaentz Company, on the development of a new free-to-play* mobile game.

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  • Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA), a global leader in interactive entertainment, has partnered with Middle-earth Enterprises, a division of The Saul Zaentz Company, on the development of a new free-to-play* mobile game.
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    We are incredibly excited to partner with The Saul Zaentz Company and Middle-earth Enterprises on the next generation of mobile role-playing games, said Malachi Boyle, Vice President of Mobile RPG for Electronic Arts.
  • The Lord of the Rings: Heroes of Middle-earth is expected to enter limited regional beta testing this summer.
  • Middle-earth Enterprises owns exclusive worldwide rights to motion picture, merchandising, stage and other rights in certain literary works of J.R.R.

Debuting author Corby Brizendine enters the world of fiction with release of ‘The Fire’

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Thursday, October 1, 2020
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SOMERVILLE, Texas, Oct. 01, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A clash between good and evil ensues in Corby Brizendines The Fire (published by LifeRich Publishing).

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  • SOMERVILLE, Texas, Oct. 01, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A clash between good and evil ensues in Corby Brizendines The Fire (published by LifeRich Publishing).
  • Tolkien, this new fantasy novel is uniquely combined with a story of faith that could be enjoyed by anyone.
  • Guided by the Fire, he sets out on a quest to find the magical weapons that could save his kingdom.
  • Erics journey reveals to readers that the only way evil can be overcome is by the means of faith.

Renowned actor Andy Serkis will narrate The Hobbit in newly announced audiobook to be published by Recorded Books® in North America

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Thursday, September 3, 2020
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LANDOVER, Md., Sept. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Recorded Books, RBmedia's flagship publishing brand, today announced a new audiobook edition of J.R.R.

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  • LANDOVER, Md., Sept. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Recorded Books, RBmedia's flagship publishing brand, today announced a new audiobook edition of J.R.R.
  • Tolkien's The Hobbit, read by the award-winning actor, director and author, Andy Serkis.
  • Andy Serkis has earned acclaim from both critics and audiences for his work in a range of memorable roles.
  • "I have such vivid memories of first reading The Hobbit, when I was on the bus going to school, aged about 9 or 10," said Andy Serkis.

EWTN Original Documentary Receives First Place Prize

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Monday, December 16, 2019
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IRONDALE, Ala., Dec. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --(EWTN) The English language version of the EWTN Original Film "J.R.R.

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  • IRONDALE, Ala., Dec. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --(EWTN) The English language version of the EWTN Original Film "J.R.R.
  • Tolkien An Unexpected Friend," a co-production of EWTN and Diego Blanco Albarova, won top honors in the Best Documentary category at the 2019 Mirabile Dictu International Catholic Film Festival in Rome.
  • "The Spanish language version of this same EWTN Original Documentary was honored earlier this year with a First Place Gabriel Award by the Catholic Press Association."
  • The competition honors entries in five categories, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Short Film, Best Documentary, and the Capax Dei Foundation Special Prize for Evangelization.

Amazon Studios Announces New Zealand as Location for Its Upcoming Series Based on The Lord of the Rings

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Tuesday, September 17, 2019
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Tolkiens iconic fantasy novels The Lord of the Rings will shoot in New Zealand.

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  • Tolkiens iconic fantasy novels The Lord of the Rings will shoot in New Zealand.
  • And were happy that we are now able to officially confirm New Zealand as our home for our series based on stories from J.R.R.
  • Tolkiens The Lord of the Rings, said showrunners and executive producers J.D.
  • We are grateful to the people and the government of New Zealand and especially Auckland for supporting us during this pre-production phase.

Statement From the Family of JRR Tolkien and the Tolkien Estate

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Tuesday, April 23, 2019
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NEW YORK and LONDON, April 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The family of JRR Tolkien and the Tolkien Estate are aware of the Fox Searchlight motion picture entitled "Tolkien" that is due for release in May 2019.

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  • NEW YORK and LONDON, April 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The family of JRR Tolkien and the Tolkien Estate are aware of the Fox Searchlight motion picture entitled "Tolkien" that is due for release in May 2019.
  • The family and the Estate wish to make clear that they did not approve of, authorize or participate in the making of this film.
  • They do not endorse it or its content in any way.
  • The Estate of JRR Tolkien comprises a company which manages its publishing interests and a charitable trust which makes grants to a wide range of causes, including those focused on alleviating poverty and social, educational and healthcare disadvantage, and on environmental concerns and the arts.

Statement From the Family of JRR Tolkien and the Tolkien Estate

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Tuesday, April 23, 2019
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NEW YORK and LONDON, April 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The family of JRR Tolkien and the Tolkien Estate are aware of the Fox Searchlight motion picture entitled "Tolkien" that is due for release in May 2019.

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  • NEW YORK and LONDON, April 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The family of JRR Tolkien and the Tolkien Estate are aware of the Fox Searchlight motion picture entitled "Tolkien" that is due for release in May 2019.
  • The family and the Estate wish to make clear that they did not approve of, authorize or participate in the making of this film.
  • They do not endorse it or its content in any way.
  • The Estate of JRR Tolkien comprises a company which manages its publishing interests and a charitable trust which makes grants to a wide range of causes, including those focused on alleviating poverty and social, educational and healthcare disadvantage, and on environmental concerns and the arts.

"Trolls, Fairies & Elves… Oh My" Ever Wonder What It Would Be Like to Live Among the Dwarfs, Sprites & Elves?

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Thursday, April 11, 2019
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This unique lodging experience offers visitors luxury accommodations but is also full of imagination, and yes even magic.

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  • This unique lodging experience offers visitors luxury accommodations but is also full of imagination, and yes even magic.
  • If the sounds of woodland fairies or a rock from a troll slingshot whizzing overhead is not enough to transport guests to a J.R.R.
  • Tolkien legendarium setting, the dcor and architecture will convince visitors they have passed into another world.
  • Reservations can also be made by emailing us at [email protected] or call us on-site at (406) 827-7200.