Ever since the mega-popular 'Lord of the Rings' film triology dimmed on the last movie screen, people have been anticipating the release of 'The Hobbit.'  The three part epic fantasy-adventure films,  based on J.R.R. Tolkien's popular novel is being filmed in undisclosed lush landscapes of New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the US.  I hope you didn't pop the corn just yet.  The expected release dates have changed from year to year but with the release of a sneak preview, the first film, 'An Unexpected Journey,' is expected to hit theatres December 14, 2012.  "The Desolation of Smaug' a year later and the final 'There and Back Again,' July 18, 2014.  Are you excited? Here's a sneak peak...

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