The second season of Amazon’s ambitious fantasy epic, ‘The Rings of Power,’ has just concluded, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the fate of a third season. While the first season drew mixed reactions from die-hard Middle-earth fans, particularly regarding deviations from Tolkien’s lore, it garnered an impressive viewership, exceeding 150 million viewers. Season two, according to studio head Jennifer Salke, has already reached 55 million viewers and is anticipated to catch up to season one’s numbers.
While Amazon has not explicitly commented on their definition of a ‘view,’ they have confirmed ‘The Rings of Power’ remains in their top five most-watched shows. Speculation surrounding a season three renewal has reached fever pitch, with The Hollywood Reporter reporting that Amazon is on the verge of officially greenlighting the third season. The studio is expected to announce their decision by the end of the month.
Adding fuel to the fire, Amazon MGM Studios recently showcased ‘The Rings of Power’ content to advertisers at the Prime Video UK Upfront presentation in London, a practice typically reserved for projects that are confidently moving forward. Further solidifying the notion of a season three, showrunners Patrick McKay and JD Payne have already assembled a writers’ room to begin working on the next chapter of the story.
Given the show’s impressive viewership, positive reception from critics, and early planning for season three, all signs point to a renewal. The fate of Middle-earth in ‘The Rings of Power’ is likely to be unveiled very soon, promising more adventures and perhaps further exploration of Tolkien’s world.
