The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (2022) is a high-fantasy television series developed by J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay for Amazon Prime Video. Set in the richly detailed world created by J.R.R. Tolkien, the series serves as a prequel to The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit.

The show is set during the Second Age of Middle-earth, thousands of years before the events of The Lord of the Rings.

It explores the rise of the Dark Lord Sauron, the forging of the infamous Rings of Power, and the events leading up to the Last Alliance of Elves and Men. Key storylines include the creation of the One Ring, the rise of the Elven kingdom of Eregion, and the establishment of Númenor, a powerful human kingdom.

The Rings of Power features a large ensemble cast, including Morfydd Clark as Galadriel, Robert Aramayo as Elrond, and Owain Arthur as Prince Durin IV. The series combines epic storytelling with intricate world-building, aiming to capture the grandeur and depth of Tolkien’s mythology.

With its high production values, stunning visuals, and expansive narrative, the series explores themes of power, corruption, and heroism, adding new dimensions to Tolkien’s legendary universe.