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@NT- I never got that vibe. He's an ancient being who's so powerful the ring has no effect on him. Tolkien never explained his backstory but it's pretty implied that he's one of the god like creatures in that universe. If the ring was made by one of the lesser gods then that means Tom is one of the true gods. Gandalf is a lesser godish creature and he's terrified of the ring. I think it's a great plot point and I was sad they axed it. He's in the LOTR mmo though.

@Chris- Pretty sure I heard the second movie will spend time with the search for Gollum, but I could be wrong it's been a while.