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'The Hobbit': Why are there so many ways to see it?

Dec 17, 2012
'Hobbit' producers try to maximize audience with a variety of viewing formats.

Tolkien's estate battles over 'Hobbit' rights

Nov 28, 2012
The issue isn't "Hobbit" action figures and merchandise, but intangible uses like a Hobbit ringtone.

'The Hobbit' to be turned into three films

Jul 31, 2012
Peter Jackson wrote and directed the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. And he had been preparing the world for his two movies based on their prequel -- "The Hobbit." And suddenly, a third movie has emerged. Jackson says you just can't do it in two.