Stephen Colbert Plans Post-‘Late Show’ Projects Including a ‘Lord of the Rings’ Film

Stephen Colbert is preparing to conclude his tenure as host of ‘The Late Show’ on CBS, a role famously held by David Letterman. While the exact details of his next career moves remain flexible, Colbert has revealed that he is co-writing a new ‘Lord of the Rings’ movie for Warner Bros., collaborating with his son, Peter McGee, and director Peter Jackson. The film will adapt six chapters from ‘The Fellowship of the Ring’ that were not included in the original trilogy. Colbert has expressed interest in continuing in television but has not confirmed a specific project yet, emphasizing that he enjoys creating and collaborating. He has also received various offers for new work, which he has postponed considering until after finishing ‘The Late Show.’ Despite fan speculation, Colbert has ruled out pursuing a comedy tour and running for public office, including the presidency, labeling the latter as unrealistic. Before embarking on his next professional chapter, Colbert plans to spend time with his family, celebrating his youngest son’s graduation from Yale University and attending his brother’s wedding in Washington, DC.