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Sir Christopher Lee had met Tolkien in real life, and because he constantly reread The Lord of the Rings, he would often offer Peter Jackson advice on how Saruman should speak on set. During the long Orthanc speeches, he would occasionally step in and say, “Saruman wouldn’t speak like... show more

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Sir Christopher Lee predicting the impact of The Lord of the Rings on cinema history. Sir Christopher Lee who originally wished to play Gandalf before ultimately becoming Saruman predicted the impact of The Lord of the Rings long before the films were even released. As the only cast member who had actually met J.R.R. Tolkien, he had a rare understanding of Middle-earth’s depth and mythic weight. He spoke early on about how monumental the trilogy would be for cinema, and he was absolutely right. Few film series have reshaped modern fantasy the way The Lord of the Rings did, and Lee’s insight, passion, and reverence for Tolkien’s world made his prediction all the more powerful.

Sir Christopher Lee predicting the impact of The Lord of the Rings on cinema history. Sir Christopher Lee who originally wished to play Gandalf before ultimately becoming Saruman predicted the impact of The Lord of the Rings long before the films were even released. As the only cast member who had actually met J.R.R. Tolkien, he had a rare understanding of Middle-earth’s depth and mythic weight. He spoke early on about how monumental the trilogy would be for cinema, and he was absolutely right. Few film series have reshaped modern fantasy the way The Lord of the Rings did, and Lee’s insight, passion, and reverence for Tolkien’s world made his prediction all the more powerful.

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Sir Christopher Lee would’ve turned 104 years old today. Lee was a giant of Cinema & is responsible for countless iconic performances, including as Saruman in The Lord of the Rings. Lee was the only member of the Lord of the Rings cast to personally meet J.R.R. Tolkien. Cheers 🎂

Sir Christopher Lee would’ve turned 104 years old today. Lee was a giant of Cinema & is responsible for countless iconic performances, including as Saruman in The Lord of the Rings. Lee was the only member of the Lord of the Rings cast to personally meet J.R.R. Tolkien. Cheers 🎂

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Christopher Lee as Saruman is casting of pure authority. He had actually met J.R.R. Tolkien in real life and knew the books inside out, then brought that weight straight into the role. Every word he speaks feels like it comes from history, not a script.

Christopher Lee as Saruman is casting of pure authority. He had actually met J.R.R. Tolkien in real life and knew the books inside out, then brought that weight straight into the role. Every word he speaks feels like it comes from history, not a script.

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Sir Christopher Lee was deeply disappointed when Saruman’s death was cut from the theatrical Return of the King. As a devoted Tolkien fan, he felt it was “shocking” for such a major character to simply vanish. In protest, he refused to attend the world premiere. Peter Jackson argued the scene slowed the pacing yet the Extended Edition restored it: Saruman stabbed by Gríma and falling from Orthanc. And the most iconic detail? During filming, Jackson asked Lee to scream when stabbed. Lee replied: “Do you know what sound a man makes when he’s stabbed in the back? Because I do.” Thanks to his WWII experience, he explained a real stab produces only a sharp gasp not a scream.

Sir Christopher Lee was deeply disappointed when Saruman’s death was cut from the theatrical Return of the King. As a devoted Tolkien fan, he felt it was “shocking” for such a major character to simply vanish. In protest, he refused to attend the world premiere. Peter Jackson argued the scene slowed the pacing yet the Extended Edition restored it: Saruman stabbed by Gríma and falling from Orthanc. And the most iconic detail? During filming, Jackson asked Lee to scream when stabbed. Lee replied: “Do you know what sound a man makes when he’s stabbed in the back? Because I do.” Thanks to his WWII experience, he explained a real stab produces only a sharp gasp not a scream.

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Two Great Legends of The Lord of the Rings, Sir Christopher Lee & John Rhys-Davies' Final Day Speeches. On their final day filming The Lord of the Rings, Sir Christopher Lee and John Rhys-Davies delivered emotional farewell speeches that captured the heart of the entire cast and crew. Sir Christopher Lee’s wisdom and gravitas paired with Rhys-Davies’ warmth and humor made the moment unforgettable - a powerful reminder of the family formed in Middle-earth and the impact these legends left on Tolkien’s world.

Two Great Legends of The Lord of the Rings, Sir Christopher Lee & John Rhys-Davies' Final Day Speeches. On their final day filming The Lord of the Rings, Sir Christopher Lee and John Rhys-Davies delivered emotional farewell speeches that captured the heart of the entire cast and crew. Sir Christopher Lee’s wisdom and gravitas paired with Rhys-Davies’ warmth and humor made the moment unforgettable - a powerful reminder of the family formed in Middle-earth and the impact these legends left on Tolkien’s world.

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Sir Christopher Lee Recounts Meeting J.R.R. Tolkien at an Oxford Pub in the 1950s. 🙌 Christopher Lee: We were sitting having a beer and I suddenly saw this figure come in. Pipe just like every photograph jovial looking man and I said my god there’s “The Professor” … He came over and said, “How do you do?” And I said, “How do you do, sir?” And I thought, “Now, should I kneel? Because I was completely overcome. Sir Christopher Lee was the only cast member from The Lord of the Rings who personally met J.R.R. Tolkien. He described the brief, accidental meeting in an Oxford pub as an overwhelming experience where he was so starstruck he nearly fell off his chair.

Sir Christopher Lee Recounts Meeting J.R.R. Tolkien at an Oxford Pub in the 1950s. 🙌 Christopher Lee: We were sitting having a beer and I suddenly saw this figure come in. Pipe just like every photograph jovial looking man and I said my god there’s “The Professor” … He came over and said, “How do you do?” And I said, “How do you do, sir?” And I thought, “Now, should I kneel? Because I was completely overcome. Sir Christopher Lee was the only cast member from The Lord of the Rings who personally met J.R.R. Tolkien. He described the brief, accidental meeting in an Oxford pub as an overwhelming experience where he was so starstruck he nearly fell off his chair.

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Sir Christopher Lee boycotted the premiere of The Return of the King. Sir Chris was shocked to discover that Saruman’s character had been cut from the theatrical version of the film. After appearing as one of the trilogy’s main villains for two movies, audiences never learned what happened to him unless they later watched the Extended Edition. Peter Jackson defended his decision by contending it was time for the plot to move past Saruman and Isengard and focus solely on the threat of Sauron. When asked if he would attend the premiere, Lee famously replied: “No, what’s the point?” (The Guardian)

Sir Christopher Lee boycotted the premiere of The Return of the King. Sir Chris was shocked to discover that Saruman’s character had been cut from the theatrical version of the film. After appearing as one of the trilogy’s main villains for two movies, audiences never learned what happened to him unless they later watched the Extended Edition. Peter Jackson defended his decision by contending it was time for the plot to move past Saruman and Isengard and focus solely on the threat of Sauron. When asked if he would attend the premiere, Lee famously replied: “No, what’s the point?” (The Guardian)

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In The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, the scene where Gandalf the White frees and heals Théoden from Saruman’s influence is entirely a creation of the films. In Tolkien’s story, Saruman never physically possessed Théoden. Instead, Gríma Wormtongue poisoned the king’s mind and manipulated him, driving him into a state of deep despair. As a linguist, Tolkien placed enormous importance on the power of words. As he frequently discussed in his letters, Saruman’s greatest power was not destructive magic, but his voice (the Voice of Saruman). Saruman’s voice had a hypnotic effect, allowing him to persuade people, cloud their judgment, and distort the truth. Gríma, in Edoras, essentially imitated Saruman’s “voice” and rhetoric, using it to weaken the king’s will and keep him under his influence. Tolkien presents a will that is surrendered willingly as something potentially more dangerous than magic imposed from the outside.

In The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, the scene where Gandalf the White frees and heals Théoden from Saruman’s influence is entirely a creation of the films. In Tolkien’s story, Saruman never physically possessed Théoden. Instead, Gríma Wormtongue poisoned the king’s mind and manipulated him, driving him into a state of deep despair. As a linguist, Tolkien placed enormous importance on the power of words. As he frequently discussed in his letters, Saruman’s greatest power was not destructive magic, but his voice (the Voice of Saruman). Saruman’s voice had a hypnotic effect, allowing him to persuade people, cloud their judgment, and distort the truth. Gríma, in Edoras, essentially imitated Saruman’s “voice” and rhetoric, using it to weaken the king’s will and keep him under his influence. Tolkien presents a will that is surrendered willingly as something potentially more dangerous than magic imposed from the outside.

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On this day in Middle-earth (T.A. 3018), Gandalf arrived at Isengard seeking Saruman’s counsel. Instead, Saruman revealed his desire for the One Ring and offered Gandalf a place at his side. When Gandalf refused, he was imprisoned atop Orthanc. The films never mention Saruman proclaiming himself “Saruman of Many Colours.” Do you wish Peter Jackson had included that moment, or do you think the film was better without it?

On this day in Middle-earth (T.A. 3018), Gandalf arrived at Isengard seeking Saruman’s counsel. Instead, Saruman revealed his desire for the One Ring and offered Gandalf a place at his side. When Gandalf refused, he was imprisoned atop Orthanc. The films never mention Saruman proclaiming himself “Saruman of Many Colours.” Do you wish Peter Jackson had included that moment, or do you think the film was better without it?

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Peter Jackson on the greatness of Sir Christopher Lee: "Christopher spoke seven languages; he was in every sense, a man of the world; well versed in art, politics, literature, history and science. He was scholar, a singer, an extraordinary raconteur and of course, a marvelous actor. One of my favourite things to do whenever I came to London would be to visit with Christopher and Gitte where he would regale me for hours with stories about his extraordinary life. I loved to listen to them and he loved to tell them - they were made all the more compelling because they were true - stories from his time with the SAS, through the Second World War, to the Hammer Horror years and later, his work with Tim Burton - of which he was enormously proud. I was lucky enough to work with Chris on five films all told and it never ceased to be a thrill to see him on set. I remember him saying on my 40th Birthday (he was 80 at the time), “You’re half the man I am”. Being half the man Christopher Lee is, is more than I could ever hope for. He was a true gentleman, in an era that no longer values gentleman. I grew up loving Christopher Lee movies. For most of my life I was enthralled by the great iconic roles he not only created - but continued to own decades later. But somewhere along the way Christopher Lee suddenly, and magically, dissolved away and he became my friend, Chris. And I loved Chris even more. There will never be another Christopher Lee. He has a unique place in the history of cinema and in the hearts of millions of fans around the world." (Peter Jackson's FB post after CL's death, 2015) P.S: Remembering the great British actor, Sir Christopher Lee, on his 104th birthday! Clip from: The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) Director: Peter Jackson

Peter Jackson on the greatness of Sir Christopher Lee: "Christopher spoke seven languages; he was in every sense, a man of the world; well versed in art, politics, literature, history and science. He was scholar, a singer, an extraordinary raconteur and of course, a marvelous actor. One of my favourite things to do whenever I came to London would be to visit with Christopher and Gitte where he would regale me for hours with stories about his extraordinary life. I loved to listen to them and he loved to tell them - they were made all the more compelling because they were true - stories from his time with the SAS, through the Second World War, to the Hammer Horror years and later, his work with Tim Burton - of which he was enormously proud. I was lucky enough to work with Chris on five films all told and it never ceased to be a thrill to see him on set. I remember him saying on my 40th Birthday (he was 80 at the time), “You’re half the man I am”. Being half the man Christopher Lee is, is more than I could ever hope for. He was a true gentleman, in an era that no longer values gentleman. I grew up loving Christopher Lee movies. For most of my life I was enthralled by the great iconic roles he not only created - but continued to own decades later. But somewhere along the way Christopher Lee suddenly, and magically, dissolved away and he became my friend, Chris. And I loved Chris even more. There will never be another Christopher Lee. He has a unique place in the history of cinema and in the hearts of millions of fans around the world." (Peter Jackson's FB post after CL's death, 2015) P.S: Remembering the great British actor, Sir Christopher Lee, on his 104th birthday! Clip from: The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) Director: Peter Jackson

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Sir Christopher Lee boycotted the premiere of The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. 😱 Christopher Lee was deeply disappointed after learning that Saruman's death scene had been removed from the theatrical cut of The Return of the King. Having portrayed one of the trilogy's main villains across the first two films, he felt it made little sense for the character to simply disappear without any explanation. As a result, audiences who only watched the theatrical version were left with no idea what happened to Saruman. Lee was so upset by the decision that he chose not to attend the film's world premiere. Fortunately, Saruman's final confrontation at Orthanc was later restored in the Extended Edition, giving the character the conclusion many fans felt he deserved.

Sir Christopher Lee boycotted the premiere of The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. 😱 Christopher Lee was deeply disappointed after learning that Saruman's death scene had been removed from the theatrical cut of The Return of the King. Having portrayed one of the trilogy's main villains across the first two films, he felt it made little sense for the character to simply disappear without any explanation. As a result, audiences who only watched the theatrical version were left with no idea what happened to Saruman. Lee was so upset by the decision that he chose not to attend the film's world premiere. Fortunately, Saruman's final confrontation at Orthanc was later restored in the Extended Edition, giving the character the conclusion many fans felt he deserved.

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Saruman never truly intended to serve Sauron. His “alliance” was a calculated deception a temporary submission meant to buy time while he pursued power for himself. Tolkien makes it clear that Saruman desired not to be Sauron’s lieutenant, but his replacement. Saruman’s Real Motive for Working with Sauron According to Tolkien, Saruman’s cooperation with Sauron had one purpose: to learn the methods of the Enemy, acquire the One Ring for himself, and ultimately overthrow him. Tolkien states in Unfinished Tales that Saruman had long studied the arts of Sauron, especially: Ring-lore The crafting of power-enhancing objects The manipulation and domination of others His feigned obedience to Sauron through the Orthanc Barad-dûr palantír link was an attempt to gather information while pretending to submit. But the plan backfired as Sauron gained dominance over him through the palantír, bending Saruman toward servitude though not fully enslaving his will.

Saruman never truly intended to serve Sauron. His “alliance” was a calculated deception a temporary submission meant to buy time while he pursued power for himself. Tolkien makes it clear that Saruman desired not to be Sauron’s lieutenant, but his replacement. Saruman’s Real Motive for Working with Sauron According to Tolkien, Saruman’s cooperation with Sauron had one purpose: to learn the methods of the Enemy, acquire the One Ring for himself, and ultimately overthrow him. Tolkien states in Unfinished Tales that Saruman had long studied the arts of Sauron, especially: Ring-lore The crafting of power-enhancing objects The manipulation and domination of others His feigned obedience to Sauron through the Orthanc Barad-dûr palantír link was an attempt to gather information while pretending to submit. But the plan backfired as Sauron gained dominance over him through the palantír, bending Saruman toward servitude though not fully enslaving his will.

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In the Return of the King Extended Edition, we see Saruman and Gríma die at Isengard but this scene is completely different in the books. In Tolkien’s canon, Saruman survives and later brings ruin to the Shire, leading to the “Scouring of the Shire,” one of the most important chapters the films skipped. There, Saruman rules the Shire through fear and industrialization, tearing down its natural beauty, exploiting the hobbits, and showing how evil can manifest not only in great battles but also in the quiet corners of Middle-earth. His downfall ultimately comes at the hands of Gríma in the Shire, not at Orthanc a powerful reminder of Tolkien’s theme that corruption often ends not with spectacle, but with tragedy and decay.

In the Return of the King Extended Edition, we see Saruman and Gríma die at Isengard but this scene is completely different in the books. In Tolkien’s canon, Saruman survives and later brings ruin to the Shire, leading to the “Scouring of the Shire,” one of the most important chapters the films skipped. There, Saruman rules the Shire through fear and industrialization, tearing down its natural beauty, exploiting the hobbits, and showing how evil can manifest not only in great battles but also in the quiet corners of Middle-earth. His downfall ultimately comes at the hands of Gríma in the Shire, not at Orthanc a powerful reminder of Tolkien’s theme that corruption often ends not with spectacle, but with tragedy and decay.

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🚨 BREAKING 🚨 Peter Jackson reveals that him and his brain trust are in negotiation talks with the Tolkien Estate to license more rights from Tolkien’s works. "Christopher Tolkien sort of edited and finished other Tolkien books [such as] Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, there's a lot more Tolkien writing, which would actually make great movies that were subsequently edited by Christopher but he absolutely would not let any, the mere idea of filming. Those rights have never been available but Christopher passed away 2 or 3 years ago now and the younger Tolkien is running the estate now and they're much more open to talking Combination of Warner’s and us have been talking to some of the younger Tolkien members about the possibility of actually licensing some of the rights to the other books. It would be nice to get away from the appendices and get something a bit more meaty." What would be the very first adaptation you would like to see if Warner Bros had the full rights to Tolkiens work?

🚨 BREAKING 🚨 Peter Jackson reveals that him and his brain trust are in negotiation talks with the Tolkien Estate to license more rights from Tolkien’s works. "Christopher Tolkien sort of edited and finished other Tolkien books [such as] Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, there's a lot more Tolkien writing, which would actually make great movies that were subsequently edited by Christopher but he absolutely would not let any, the mere idea of filming. Those rights have never been available but Christopher passed away 2 or 3 years ago now and the younger Tolkien is running the estate now and they're much more open to talking Combination of Warner’s and us have been talking to some of the younger Tolkien members about the possibility of actually licensing some of the rights to the other books. It would be nice to get away from the appendices and get something a bit more meaty." What would be the very first adaptation you would like to see if Warner Bros had the full rights to Tolkiens work?

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Saruman’s speech in Ralph Bakshi’s 1978 The Lord of the Rings animated film is widely regarded as the inspiration for the speech he later gives to the Uruk-hai before the Battle of Helm’s Deep in Peter Jackson’s trilogy. Although it was expanded and executed far more effectively in The Two Towers (2002), this is the version that inspired it. 🧙‍♂️ What do you think of the 1978 version of Saruman?

Saruman’s speech in Ralph Bakshi’s 1978 The Lord of the Rings animated film is widely regarded as the inspiration for the speech he later gives to the Uruk-hai before the Battle of Helm’s Deep in Peter Jackson’s trilogy. Although it was expanded and executed far more effectively in The Two Towers (2002), this is the version that inspired it. 🧙‍♂️ What do you think of the 1978 version of Saruman?

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Sir Christopher Lee considered "The Crimson Cult" (1968) to be one of the worst movies in his entire career. He only accepted the part as he came to know about Boris Karloff's deteriorating health, and he wanted to work with Karloff for one last time. Karloff was 80 at that time. The photograph of Boris Karloff which was taken after the production of this movie, was placed on the walls of Christopher Lee's home. It was signed by Karloff & it stated, "Dear Christopher, many many more together, I hope." Karloff died shortly after the movie was released.

Sir Christopher Lee considered "The Crimson Cult" (1968) to be one of the worst movies in his entire career. He only accepted the part as he came to know about Boris Karloff's deteriorating health, and he wanted to work with Karloff for one last time. Karloff was 80 at that time. The photograph of Boris Karloff which was taken after the production of this movie, was placed on the walls of Christopher Lee's home. It was signed by Karloff & it stated, "Dear Christopher, many many more together, I hope." Karloff died shortly after the movie was released.

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I used to always wait for the #WeekendKaVaar to meet Salman Khan sir and used to be in awe of how amazing he looked, how he would speak to everyone and especially the banter that we would have! This one was the last of the moment we had on the set of #BiggBoss18 and it will always be special🥰❤️ Thank you for your support, love, advices...you gave us so much more, Sir! @ColorsTV Jio Cinema Team Shrutika Arjun #ShrutikaArjun #BiggBoss18onJioCinema #BiggBoss18OnColors #bigboss #memory #love #highlights #BiggBossmoments #specialday

I used to always wait for the #WeekendKaVaar to meet Salman Khan sir and used to be in awe of how amazing he looked, how he would speak to everyone and especially the banter that we would have! This one was the last of the moment we had on the set of #BiggBoss18 and it will always be special🥰❤️ Thank you for your support, love, advices...you gave us so much more, Sir! @ColorsTV Jio Cinema Team Shrutika Arjun #ShrutikaArjun #BiggBoss18onJioCinema #BiggBoss18OnColors #bigboss #memory #love #highlights #BiggBossmoments #specialday

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After Terence Fisher's "The Devil Rides Out" (1968) was released, Sir Christopher Lee was approached by an Irish Catholic priest and upon being asked if he was the one who made "The Devil Rides Out", Christopher Lee took a big step back and said "Yes". To Lee's relief, the priest shook his hand and told him that he had really enjoyed the film. According to Lee, the filming crew were too nervous about the film's topic of Satanism to research any witchcraft source material, prompting Lee to do so himself by reading many sources in libraries, even composing the incantations said during the Sussaama ritual at the end himself. He described the process as "guddling for Satanic trout." (Source: IMDb) P.S: On this day, 58 years ago, "The Devil Rides Out" (1968) premiered in the UK.

After Terence Fisher's "The Devil Rides Out" (1968) was released, Sir Christopher Lee was approached by an Irish Catholic priest and upon being asked if he was the one who made "The Devil Rides Out", Christopher Lee took a big step back and said "Yes". To Lee's relief, the priest shook his hand and told him that he had really enjoyed the film. According to Lee, the filming crew were too nervous about the film's topic of Satanism to research any witchcraft source material, prompting Lee to do so himself by reading many sources in libraries, even composing the incantations said during the Sussaama ritual at the end himself. He described the process as "guddling for Satanic trout." (Source: IMDb) P.S: On this day, 58 years ago, "The Devil Rides Out" (1968) premiered in the UK.

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