The spirit of Figwit will live on.
Update: Variety have confirmed Bret McKenzie has joined the cast of 'The Hobbit.'
McKenzie will play Lindir, an Elf of Rivendell. He previously made brief appearances in the first and third films in Peter Jackson's 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy. His father, Peter McKenzie, played the role of Elendil in 'Lord of the Rings.'
Rumour is going around that Peter Jackson wants Bret McKenzie of 'The Fight Of The Concords' to reprise his role as Figwit in 'The Hobbit.'
The Legend of Figwit is told below: