The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power - Season 1

2022

Created by Patrick McKay, John D. Payne
Recommended
84%
38%
8 episodes
Adventure
Fantasy
Amazon Original

Amazon Studios' Lord of the Rings series takes place during the 3,441-year period, known as the Age of Númenor, or... More

Amazon Studios' Lord of the Rings series takes place during the 3,441-year period, known as the Age of Númenor, or the Second Age. Episode directors include JA Bayona (A Monster Calls) and Wayne Yip (Preacher, Doctor Who).

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Where to watch The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power - Season 1

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power -... More Season 1 is available to stream in New Zealand now on Prime Video.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power - Season 1 episodes

A Shadow of the Past

Galadriel is disturbed by signs of an ancient evil’s return;... More Arondir makes an unsettling discovery; Elrond is presented with an intriguing new venture; Nori breaks the Harfoot community’s most deeply-held rule.

Adrift

Galadriel finds a new ally; Elrond faces a cold reception... More from an old friend; Nori endeavors to help a Stranger; Arondir searches for answers while Bronwyn warns her people of a threat.

Adar

Arondir finds himself a captive. Galadriel and Halbrand explore a... More legendary kingdom. Elendil is given a new assignment. Nori faces the consequences.

The Great Wave

Queen Regent Míriel’s faith is tested. Isildur finds himself at... More a crossroads. Elrond uncovers a secret. Arondir is given an ultimatum. Theo disobeys Bronwyn.

Partings

Nori questions her instincts. Elrond struggles to stay true to... More his oath. Halbrand weighs his destiny. The Southlanders brace for attack.

Udûn

Adar and his army march on Ostirith.

The Eye

Survivors of a cataclysm try to find safety. The Harfoots... More confront evil. Durin is torn between friendship and duty. Adar considers a new name.

Alloyed

New alliances are forged.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power - Season 1 | Ratings & Reviews

Already the scope of this massive-budgeted show astounds. Teasing out the intricacies of character while laying solid world-building foundations, there’s just the right amount of swashbuckling and plotting. Far from sunk at first light, it’s a glorious return.

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38_%8,601 reviews
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"A spectacularly cinematic return to Middle-earth..."

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Independent

"It is so cinematic and grand that it makes House of the Dragon look as if it has been cobbled together on Minecraft."

"A promising start."

"Slow, sprawling – and lovely..."

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The Telegraph

"The Rings of Power has shouldered its way into culture by being too big to ignore, but at least its whole wide world feels worth seeing."

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Vulture

"Shiny but not yet precious..."

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The New York Times

"A visually staggering, flawed epic."

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BBC

"A strong start, with breathtaking cinematography, excellent acting, and a story that – after a somewhat laboured set-up – shows some serious promise and intrigue."

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IGN

"(The) long-awaited 'Lord of the Rings' prequel series slots well into the cinematic universe of Peter Jackson's films, while establishing itself on its own terms."

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