The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (2022)

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (2022) is a high-fantasy television series created by J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay, set in the world of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth. Produced by Amazon Studios, the show serves as a prequel to The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, taking place thousands of years before the events of Tolkien’s most famous works. The series explores the Second Age of Middle-earth, focusing on the forging of the Rings of Power, the rise of the Dark Lord Sauron, and the epic tales of the legendary characters and kingdoms that shaped the history of Tolkien’s world.
With its massive budget, stunning visuals, and a focus on a new era in Tolkien’s lore, The Rings of Power has been one of the most ambitious and highly anticipated television series, offering fans a chance to explore a lesser-known part of Middle-earth’s history.
Set during the Second Age of Middle-earth, The Rings of Power spans several centuries, though the show compresses events to focus on key moments. This period is marked by the rise of great kingdoms, the forging of powerful artifacts, and the looming threat of Sauron, who seeks to dominate all of Middle-earth.