Genre: Epic Fantasy, Action, Adventure
Director: Rumored Peter Jackson
Starring: (Speculative) Richard Armitage, Morfydd Clark, Luke Evans, Lee Pace
Studio: New Line Cinema / Warner Bros. Pictures
Release Date: 2026 (TBA)

🔥 “Before the Fellowship… there was Fire.”

Set in the Second Age of Middle-earth, The Lord of the Rings: Rise of Sauron dives deep into the dark origins of the greatest villain Tolkien ever imagined — the Dark Lord Sauron. This prequel to the iconic Lord of the Rings trilogy unveils the rise of power, the forging of the Rings, and the deception that doomed entire kingdoms.

🏰 Plot Preview (Speculative)

Centuries before Frodo’s journey, Middle-earth stands divided. As the Elves, Dwarves, and Men enjoy a fragile peace, a mysterious figure begins to spread whispers of knowledge, order… and power. Disguised as Annatar, the so-called “Lord of Gifts,” Sauron gains the trust of the Elves and helps forge the Rings of Power.

But in the shadows, he forges One Ring to rule them all.

As his influence spreads and alliances crumble, an epic war looms — the War of the Last Alliance, where Elrond and Isildur will stand against the darkness, knowing not all will return.

⚔️ What to Expect

• The forging of the Rings of Power

• The fall of Numenor

• The rise of Barad-dûr and the creation of Mordor

• The epic Last Alliance of Elves and Men

• The first great betrayal and the moment Sauron is unmasked

✨ Why Fans Are Hyped

• A return to the grand cinematic scale of Middle-earth

• Darker, grittier tone exploring themes of corruption, pride, and power

• Visually stunning battle sequences and breathtaking landscapes

• Ties directly into the beloved LOTR lore — but from the villain’s perspective

🧝🏻 Fan-Favorite Characters Who May Return (or Reappear Younger):

• Elrond

• Galadriel

• Gil-galad

• Celebrimbor

• Sauron (in human form as Annatar)

• Isildur & Elendil

🗨️ Imagined Quote:

“Hope is the lie that blinds kings. Only power endures. And I am its master.” – Annatar (Sauron)

🕯️ Power was gifted. Deception was chosen. The world will burn for it.
🌋 “The Lord of the Rings: Rise of Sauron” – coming 2026. Prepare for the shadow.