The Hobbit (film series) appearing in "The Hobbit" films. In early October 2010, it was confirmed by the studio that Martin Freeman had been cast in the role of Bilbo Baggins. It was revealed that he had earlier been approached by the producers to play a role in the films, but was forced to turn it down because of scheduling conflicts with the BBC television series "Sherlock". At the time, Freeman was quoted as saying, "[I]f something could be worked out, that would be great. I did it [turned down the role] with a heavy heart, definitely." On his casting, Peter Jackson was quoted
The History of The Hobbit to "The Hobbit", including abandoned revisions for the unpublished third edition of the work, intended for 1960, as well as previously unpublished original maps and illustrations drawn by Tolkien himself. "The History of" The Hobbit: "Volume I: Mr. Baggins". This contains the first half of Tolkien’s draft material for "The Hobbit", along with commentary. It was published in the UK on 4 May 2007. "The History of" The Hobbit: "Volume II: Return to Bag-End", contains the last half of Tolkien’s original manuscript draft, with commentary and later drafts and appendices. It was published in the UK on 18 June 2007.