“The Hobbit” Trailer Released [VIDEO]

Fans of the "Lord of the Rings" franchise are getting teased a year in advance.  The next chapter in the series, "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" isn't set for release until December of next year.  The studio has released an early trailer for the film which will star Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins.  Elijah Wood and Orlando Bloom will return as well as Ian McKellen in his role as Gandalf.  Check out the trailer after the jump.