Posted in09.31 Chapter Thirty-One (2001-04) Oscar Seasons The Fellowship of the Rings Maggie Smith, Robert Downey, Jr., Alan Rickman 2004: Ian McKellen on stage at the Oscars. Photo by Michael Caulfield/Wireimage.com Posted by By No CommentsSir Ian McKellen introduces "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" nominated for Best Picture Award (Photo by M. Caulfield/WireImage) Sir Ian McKellen introduces “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” nominated for Best Picture Award (Photo by M. Caulfield/WireImage) View All Posts Post navigation Previous Post 2005: Frank Darabont, George Lucas, Andy Serkis, Rick Baker, Peter Jackson and King Kong. Photo by Keith SternNext Post2004: Ian McKellen and Keith Stern outside of Vanity Fair party. Photo by Richard Harlow