In an interview with BBC’s HARDtalk, Sir Ian McKellen shares his thoughts with show host Stephen Sackur on reprising his role as Gandalf the Grey, on whether he’s going to find his return to the role fresh and challenging, and on working with director Guillermo del Toro.

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You can catch the full interview on Thursday 18th February 2010 at the following showtimes:

BBC News Channel: 04:30 & 23:30 GMT

BBC World News:  04:30, 09:30, 15:30 & 21:30 GMT