Andy Serkis has shared further details about changes to the character of Aragorn in the new Lord of the Rings film , The Hunt for Gollum .

Last month, it was revealed that Irish actor Jamie Dornan would be stepping into the shoes of LOTR protagonist Aragorn , who was played by Viggo Mortensen in Jackson’s original film trilogy. However, the character was credited at the time as “Strider”, leading to confusion among some fans.

In a new interview, Gollum actor Serkis – who is also directing the movie – offered an explanation for the name change.

Serkis is directing the forthcoming film (AFP/Getty)

“That’s where he is at this particular part of the journey,” Serkis told Den of Geek .

“He wouldn’t think of himself as Aragorn, son of Arathon, at this part of the journey. He’s living in the wilderness.…