By Morfeli Data Desk (AI-assisted, data-checked) · Published: November 13, 2026 · Last updated: November 13, 2026 · 6 min read
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is a fantasy series set in Middle-earth featuring an ensemble cast and spanning three seasons.
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power currently holds a 7.2 TMDB score and a 6.8 IMDb rating. This returning series premiered on Prime Video in 2022.
Review roundup, not a personal review. Scores and audience reviews were checked on November 13, 2026. Spoiler-free.
- TMDB audience score: 7.2/10 (4050 votes)
- IMDb: 6.8/10 (445,576 votes)
- Seasons: 3 seasons, 24 episodes
- Rank among 2022 releases: about #72 of 106
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Trailer
Official trailer via YouTube. Watch on YouTube
How The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Stacks Up
- Among the 106 English-language series that first aired in 2022 with at least 200 TMDB votes, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power ranks about #72 by audience score, roughly the top 68 percent.
- Within action & adventure alone, it ranks about #22 of 34 in the same group.
The series ranks in the top 68 percent of 2022 English-language shows with at least 200 TMDB votes. Within the action and adventure genre, it occupies the 22nd position out of 34 comparable titles. Recent project averages for cast members Charlie Vickers, Morfydd Clark, and Robert Aramayo fall between 6.6 and 7.1.
Critics vs Audiences
- TMDB audiences give it 7.2/10 across 4050 votes.
Different sites measure different things. IMDb and TMDB scores average votes from registered users. The Rotten Tomatoes percentage is the share of critic reviews counted as positive, not an average grade. Metacritic converts reviews into a weighted average out of 100. A title can score high on one and lower on another, so look at all of them together.
What Reviewers Are Saying
This section is based on 8 recent audience reviews posted on TMDB, which rate it 2.4/10 on average (1 positive, 0 mixed, 6 negative among 7 rated reviews). It is a small sample and not the whole audience.
What reviewers praise
- Several TMDB reviewers noted that the series is visually the best look TV show ever created.
- Some reviewers stated they are enjoying the show and its world building.
What reviewers criticize
- Several TMDB reviewers described the writing as terribly written dreck.
- Some reviewers claimed the story is a soulless money-grab.
The reviews behind this summary
| Posted | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-09 | 1/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2022-09 | 2/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2022-09 | 10/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2022-09 | 1/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2022-09 | — | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2022-09 | 1/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
What Is The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power About? (Spoiler-Free)
Set in an era of relative peace, the show follows various characters as they confront the return of evil to Middle-earth. The narrative moves across locations including the Misty Mountains, Lindon, and the island of Númenor as characters establish their legacies.
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power at a Glance
Cast and Characters
- Charlie Vickers as Sauron / Halbrand
- Morfydd Clark as Galadriel
- Robert Aramayo as Elrond
- Owain Arthur as Durin IV
- Sophia Nomvete as Disa
- Markella Kavenagh as Elanor 'Nori' Brandyfoot
- Ismael Cruz Cordova as Arondir
- Tyroe Muhafidin as Theo
The Cast and Crew’s Track Record
Creators Patrick McKay and John D. Payne oversee this production featuring a large ensemble cast. Lead performers have maintained consistent project averages on TMDB since 2020.
Other recent work from the lead cast of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (since 2020):
| Actor | Recent project | Type | Role | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Vickers avg 7.1/10 | The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart (2023) | TV | Clem Hart | 7.6/10 |
| The Survivors (2025) | TV | Kieran Elliott | 6.6/10 | |
| Morfydd Clark avg 6.6/10 | Dracula (2020) | TV | Mina Murray | 7.0/10 |
| Dracula (2020) | TV | Mina | 7.0/10 | |
| Saint Maud (2020) | Movie | Maud | 6.5/10 | |
| Starve Acre (2024) | Movie | Juliette | 5.9/10 | |
| Robert Aramayo avg 7.1/10 | I Swear (2025) | Movie | John | 8.3/10 |
| The King's Man (2021) | Movie | Sergeant Major Atkins | 6.7/10 | |
| Behind Her Eyes (2021) | TV | Rob | 7.3/10 | |
| The Empty Man (2020) | Movie | Garrett | 6.2/10 |
Season by Season
| Season | First aired | Episodes | Avg episode rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 1, 2022 | 8 | 6.3/10 |
| 2 | Aug 29, 2024 | 8 | 6.0/10 |
| 3 | Nov 11, 2026 | 8 | 6.0/10 |
The best-rated season in this sample is season 1 (6.3/10), whose top episode is "A Shadow of the Past" (6.6/10).
Next episode listed on TMDB: Episode 5 (season 3) on Nov 18, 2026.
Where to Watch (US)
| Streaming | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads |
|---|
Availability data from TMDB (provided by JustWatch), checked November 13, 2026. It changes often.
The Bottom Line
The series maintains an overall audience score of 7.2 on TMDB. Individual season averages range from 6.0 to 6.3 across 24 episodes.
It may suit you if:
- Viewers interested in high fantasy and world building.
- Fans of action and adventure television series.
You might skip it if:
- Viewers expecting a direct adaptation of Tolkien's work.
- Those who dislike slow-paced political intrigue.
Shows Like The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
| Title | TMDB score | About |
|---|---|---|
| Goosebumps (2023) | 7.1/10 | A group of five high schoolers embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing three decades earlier of a teen named Harold… |
| Willow (2022) | 6.6/10 | Many years after the events of the original film, legendary sorcerer Willow leads a group of misfit heroes on a dangerous rescue mission through a… |
| Nancy Drew (2019) | 7.7/10 | Nancy Drew makes plans to leave her hometown for college, but finds herself drawn into a supernatural murder mystery instead. |
| The Winchesters (2022) | 7.5/10 | Before Sam and Dean, there was John and Mary. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMDb rating of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power?
On November 13, 2026 the IMDb rating was 6.8/10 from 445,576 votes. It changes as people vote.
Is The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power one of the best-rated 2022 series?
By TMDB audience score it ranks about #72 of 106 English-language titles with at least 200 votes, as of November 13, 2026.
How many seasons does The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power have?
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power has 3 season(s) and 24 episode(s) listed on TMDB. Status: Returning Series.
Who stars in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power?
Charlie Vickers, Morfydd Clark, Robert Aramayo, Owain Arthur, Sophia Nomvete.
Data checked on November 13, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Audience reviews belong to their authors on TMDB. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.
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