Today (September 1) sees the launch in the US of Amazon Prime Video ’s highly anticipated series, The Rings of Power. This epic drama, set thousands of years before the events of Tolkien’s The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, is thought to be the most expensive TV series ever made.
The eight episodes are reported to have cost $465m (£403m) to make and, after a double-episode release this week, will be available weekly until October 14.
So what time will viewers in the UK be able to see the series? And what have the reviews been like?
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Why should I watch The Rings of Power?
In the main, critics are loving the new series. One said that it was one of the best-looking TV shows he had ever seen.
Many are saying that the series keeps the spirit of JRR Tolkien alive and that the characters are wonderfully portrayed. The great music is an added bonus..
When will the first two episodes be available to watch in the UK?
The double-episode opener is available to watch in the UK on Amazon Prime Video at 2am on Friday, September 2. So, it’s an early start for some – and a late night for others.
When can I watch the rest of The Rings of Power?
From September 9, episodes three to eight will be released every Friday at 5am UK time. Here is the full rundown of release dates:
- Episodes 1 and 2 – September 2
- Episode 3 – September 9
- Episode 4 – September 16
- Episode 5 – September 23
- Episode 6 – September 30
- Episode 7 – October 7
- Episode 8 – October 14
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