Archives Episodes

Istar

Our Take Middle of the road. Watchable, but you’ll forget the details by next episode.

The Life of Celeborn

Our Take A mixed bag: some good moves, some filler. The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power running at cruising speed.

Shadow and Flame

Summary Season Finale. The free peoples of Middle-earth struggle against the forces of darkness. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power works.

Doomed to Die

Summary Eregion’s fate is decided. Our Take A soundly crafted episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.

Where Is He?

Summary Galadriel considers a proposition. Elendil faces judgment. The Stranger finds himself at a crossroads. Sauron’s plans bear fruit. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why The Lord of the Rings: The…

Halls of Stone

Summary When Durin grows suspicious of the Dwarven Rings, Celebrimbor must reassess his priorities. Amidst Númenor’s shifting currents, Elendil searches for hope. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character work pays.

Eldest

Summary The Stranger finds what he’s been searching for. Arondir and Isildur search for Theo. Galadriel and Elrond walk into a trap. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why The Lord of…

The Eagle and the Sceptre

Summary Isildur and an old friend reunite. Arondir grapples with change. Míriel faces rising opposition. Annatar counsels Celebrimbor. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character work pays.

Where the Stars are Strange

Summary Darkness falls over Khazad-dûm. Sauron and Galadriel each seek new allies. The Stranger and Harfoots encounter a growing threat. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character work pays.

Elven Kings Under the Sky

Summary Sauron bargains with Adar. The Stranger and Nori venture into new lands. The Three Elven Rings face judgment. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why The Lord of the Rings: The…