The project has a lengthy post-production phase ahead.
Amazon has officially announced the completion of filming for the third season of "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power." The project has entered the post-production stage, which formally brings the return to Middle-earth closer, but in reality means another long waiting period. Forbes notes that the post-production of the second season took 14 months, and if the pace does not change, the premiere of the third season is unlikely to take place before the beginning of 2027.
At the same time, the expansion of the cast has been confirmed. Jamie Campbell Bower, well known to viewers for his role as Vecna in "Stranger Things," has joined the series. His character is being kept secret for now, but his status as a regular participant in the season hints at a significant role in the future story.
The future of the series remains a subject of cautious forecasts. According to industry sources, the audience for the second season was noticeably lower than that of the first, despite a more favorable reaction from some critics. Given Amazon's massive investment, the third season could be decisive — it will determine whether the project will receive all five planned seasons.
