The American fantasy TV series, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, draws inspiration from the iconic novel, The Lord of the Rings. However, it is set a thousand years prior to the events depicted in the original novel. Amazon acquired the television rights for The Lord of the Rings in 2017 and premiered the first season of The Rings of Power on September 1, 2022. The inaugural eight-episode season concluded on October 14, 2022, leaving fans eagerly anticipating its continuation. For more details on The Rings of Power season 2, including release date, cast, and trailer, read on.
Will there be a The Rings of Power season 2?
In an interview with Empire Magazine in June 2022, showrunners JD Payne and Patrick McKay confirmed that Amazon’s rights acquisition included plans for a 50-hour series. They emphasized the expansive storytelling, revealing that elements introduced in the first season would unfold over multiple seasons, possibly extending to a fifth season.
Release Date for The Rings of Power season 2
The second season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power was officially announced during Amazon’s upfront presentation in New York City on May 14, 2024. The season is set to premiere on August 29, 2024. The new season promises to build on the success of its predecessor, which set records on Prime Video for its debut and subsequent viewership.
Cast of The Rings of Power season 2
The upcoming season will see the return of familiar faces from the first season alongside new additions to the cast. Key returning cast members include:
- Cynthia Addai-Robinson as Míriel
- Robert Aramayo as Elrond
- Owain Arthur as Durin IV
- Maxim Baldry as Isildur
- Morfydd Clark as Galadriel
- Ismael Cruz Córdova as Arondir
- Charles Edwards as Celebrimbor
- Trystan Gravelle as Pharazôn
- Sam Hazeldine as Adar
- Ema Horvath as Eärien
- Markella Kavenagh as Elanor “Nori” Brandyfoot
- Rory Kinnear as Tom Bombadil
- Geoff Morrell as Waldreg
- Tyroe Muhafidin as Theo
- Peter Mullan as Durin III
- Sophia Nomvete as Disa
- Lloyd Owen as Elendil
- Megan Richards as Poppy Proudfellow
- Alex Tarrant as Valandil
- Charlie Vickers as Sauron
- Leon Wadham as Kemen
- Benjamin Walker as Gil-galad
- Daniel Weyman as the Stranger
New additions to the cast include Gabriel Akuwudike, Yasen “Zates” Atour, Ben Daniels, Amelia Kenworthy, Nia Towle, Nicholas Woodeson, Oliver Alvin-Wilson, Stuart Bowman, Gavi Singh Chera, William Chubb, Kevin Eldon, Will Keen, Selina Lo, Calam Lynch, Ciarán Hinds, and Tanya Moodie, though their roles have not yet been disclosed.
Where to Watch The Rings of Power season 2
Fans can catch the second season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power exclusively on Amazon Prime Video.
Trailer for The Rings of Power season 2
Prime Video released the official teaser trailer for season 2 on May 14, 2024. The trailer promises a return to action-packed sequences and further exploration of the rich world established in the first season.
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