is this novel adapted into movies?
Yes, "The Lord of the Rings" film series (2001–2003)
Gandalf
Ian McKellen portrayed Gandalf in "The Lord of the Rings" film series (2001–2003), directed by Peter Jackson, after Sean Connery and Patrick Stewart both turned down the role. According to Jackson, McKellen based his performance as Gandalf on Tolkien himself:
when does gandalf return as the white wizard UNANSWERABLE who is he? He is a protagonist in J. R. R. Tolkien's novels "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" - wizard, one of the "Istari" order, and the leader and mentor of the Fellowship of the Ring. where did his name come from? The author took the name from the Old Norse "Catalogue of Dwarves" ("Dvergatal") in the "Völuspá". is he known by other names? Yes, several including Mithrandir, Tharkûn, Olórin and Bladorthin. can you describe his looks? UNANSWERABLE
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Gandalf [SEP] Adaptations
Ian McKellen portrayed Gandalf in "The Lord of the Rings" film series (2001–2003), directed by Peter Jackson, after Sean Connery and Patrick Stewart both turned down the role. According to Jackson, McKellen based his performance as Gandalf on Tolkien himself: