The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Renewed for Third Season

Today, Prime Video confirmed that The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3 is in pre-production and will begin filming this spring in the series’ new production home at Shepperton Studios in the UK. Three directors, two returning and one new, Charlotte Brändström, Sanaa Hamri and Stefan Schwartz, will be a part of this season.

The globally successful series, which has attracted over 170 million viewers worldwide, continues to be one of Amazon’s strongest drivers for new Prime membership sign-ups.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Renewed for Third Season

“The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power continues to captivate audiences worldwide, and we’re thrilled that a third season is underway. The creative team has an extraordinary vision of what’s to come with stories that have left us enchanted and enthralled,” said Vernon Sanders, head of television at Amazon MGM Studios.

“We look forward to continuing this epic journey, for our global customers, delving even deeper into the legendary tales that shaped Middle-earth.”

Markella Kavenagh as Nori; Daniel Weyman as The Stranger (Gandalf)

Charlotte Brändström, who served as co-executive producer and directed multiple episodes in Seasons One and Two, returns as executive producer and director for the third season.

She is joined by returning director Sanaa Hamri, who helmed several episodes in season two, and veteran director Stefan Schwartz, marking his first involvement with the series. Each director will oversee multiple episodes in the upcoming season.

The Balrog

Brändström’s extensive directing credits include Shōgun, Scarpetta, The Outsider, The Witcher and The Man in the High Castle. Hamri, an acclaimed director known for her work on The Wheel of Time and Empire, brings extensive experience spanning television, music videos, and feature films, having recently directed The Bondsman pilot while continuing her creative relationship with Amazon MGM Studios through an overall deal.

Schwartz, whose credits include The Boys, The Walking Dead, Luther and The Americans, rounds out the talented directorial team.

Charlie Vickers as Sauron; Morfydd Clark as Galadriel

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power has been an unprecedented success, with a broad, highly engaged, global fan base. Critics have praised the series for its epic scope and production values, and Seasons One and Two are Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes.

Season One remains the biggest TV premiere in the history of Prime Video and Season Two is the most-watched returning season by hours watched.

Owain Arthur as Prince Durin IV; Sophia Nomvete as Princess Disa

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is produced by showrunners and executive producers J.D. Payne & Patrick McKay. They are joined by executive producers Lindsey Weber, Justin Doble, Kate Hazell and executive producer-director Charlotte Brändström.

Matthew Penry-Davey is producer and Ally O’Leary, Tim Keene and Andrew Lee are co-producers.