Samwise Gamgee
The Mob Film Company and Sky One have produced a two-part adaptation, combining both "The Colour of Magic" and "The Light Fantastic", directed by Vadim Jean and broadcast over Easter, 2008. David Jason starred in the role of Rincewind. Sean Astin, best known for his role as Samwise Gamgee in "The Lord of the Rings" film series, took the role of Twoflower. Christopher Lee took over the role of Death from Ian Richardson (a role Lee had previously played in the animated series "Soul Music" and "Wyrd Sisters").