Season Guide

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power — Season 2

8 episodes

Season 2 Review

In Season Two, Sauron has returned. Cast out by Galadriel, without army or ally, the rising Dark Lord must now rely on his own cunning to rebuild his strength and oversee the creation of the Rings of Power, which will allow him to bind all the peoples of Middle-earth to his sinister will. Building on Season One’s epic scope and ambition, the new season plunges even its most beloved and vulnerable characters into a rising tide of darkness, challenging each to find their place in a world that is increasingly on the brink of calamity. Elves and dwarves, orcs and men, wizards and Harfoots… as friendships are strained and kingdoms begin to fracture, the forces of good will struggle ever more valiantly to hold on to what matters to them most of all… each other.

Episodes

1
SummarySauron bargains with Adar. The Stranger and Nori venture into new lands. The Three Elven Rings face judgment.Our TakeVery good — not the series' peak, but an hour that reminds…
2024-08-29 ★ 7.8
2
SummaryDarkness falls over Khazad-dûm. Sauron and Galadriel each seek new allies. The Stranger and Harfoots encounter a growing threat.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and the character…
2024-08-29 ★ 7.9
3
SummaryIsildur and an old friend reunite. Arondir grapples with change. Míriel faces rising opposition. Annatar counsels Celebrimbor.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
2024-08-29 ★ 7.8
4
SummaryThe Stranger finds what he's been searching for. Arondir and Isildur search for Theo. Galadriel and Elrond walk into a trap.Our TakeVery good — not the series' peak, but an…
2024-09-05 ★ 8.1
5
SummaryWhen Durin grows suspicious of the Dwarven Rings, Celebrimbor must reassess his priorities. Amidst Númenor's shifting currents, Elendil searches for hope.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and…
2024-09-12 ★ 7.9
6
SummaryGaladriel considers a proposition. Elendil faces judgment. The Stranger finds himself at a crossroads. Sauron's plans bear fruit.Our TakeVery good — not the series' peak, but an hour that reminds…
2024-09-19 ★ 7.9
7
SummaryEregion's fate is decided.Our TakeA well-built episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.
2024-09-26 ★ 8.2
8
SummarySeason Finale. The free peoples of Middle-earth struggle against the forces of darkness.Our TakeVery good — not the series' peak, but an hour that reminds you why The Lord of…
2024-10-03 ★ 8.1