February 14th 2025.
Attention all Lord of the Rings fans! Get ready to be thrilled because Amazon Prime Video has just announced that The Rings of Power is coming back for a third season. And with its jaw-dropping $1 billion budget, this fantasy epic is sure to leave audiences enchanted once again. We are excited to announce that the next installment of this beloved series is already in pre-production at our new Shepperton Studios home.
Vernon Sanders, head of television at Amazon MGM Studios, expressed his excitement by saying, "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power continues to captivate audiences worldwide, and we're thrilled that a third season is underway." While we can't reveal too many details about the upcoming season just yet, Sanders did promise that it will delve even deeper into the captivating world of J.R.R Tolkien. "The creative team has an extraordinary vision for what's to come, with stories that have left us enchanted and enthralled," he added. "We look forward to continuing this epic journey for our global customers, exploring the legendary tales that shaped Middle-earth."
This highly anticipated series comes with a hefty price tag of $1 billion, making it one of the most expensive shows ever made. And the excitement doesn't stop there, as Prime has also confirmed the return of a trio of talented directors for the new season. Charlotte Brändström, who served as co-executive producer and directed multiple episodes in the first two runs, will be back as executive producer and director for the third season. Brändström has also worked on other hit shows such as Shōgun, The Outsider, and The Witcher. She will be joined by Sanaa Hamri, who directed several episodes in season two. And making his debut in the series is veteran director Stefan Schwartz, known for his work on Luther, The Boys, and The Walking Dead.
Each director will be overseeing multiple episodes in the upcoming season, promising an exciting and dynamic viewing experience. And for those who may have been disappointed by the first season, fear not! The future looks bright for the next run, as the early episodes of season two have already been praised as a vast improvement. Fans have taken to social media to express their excitement and praise for the series, with one user writing, "Season two of #TheRingsOfPower is a mighty return to Middle-earth. Balancing a tighter narrative with fantastic spectacle and performances, this is undeniably the best fantasy show of the year." Another fan raved, "I wasn't a fan of #TheRingsOfPower's first chapter, but Season 2 is a VAST improvement. I'm already excited to go back to Middle-earth."
So mark your calendars and get ready to be transported back to the magical world of Middle-earth. The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video. And who knows, maybe we'll even exceed our $1 billion budget for an even grander and more enchanting third season. Have a story or pictures from the set? Share them with us by emailing us, calling us, or visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you.
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