The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power

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Season 1
Season #: 3, 2, 1
User Score
3.0

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 2938 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 711 out of 2938
  2. Mixed: 141 out of 2938
  3. Negative: 2,086 out of 2938

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  1. Tidal
    Sep 2, 2022
    10
    The show is absolutely amazing. It’s visually stunning, a trully cinematic experience with very good actors and characters beautifully developed in a plot that promises great things. All the magic and essence of Tolkien is there. A milestone in television. For sure it will be one of the most watched shows of the year and a front runner for the awards season.
  2. Iluivatar
    Sep 5, 2022
    9
    A great Show. Nice CGI, great Characters.
    Im in love with the dwarfs. The hate is not fair.
  3. sVarus
    Sep 2, 2022
    7
    The series is entertaining, the look is a little too slick for my taste. (-2P)
    The story seems OK, deviating from the lore here and there, but that was to be expected. (-1P)
    I find the whole negative vibe a pity. It feels like people are going in with an expectation that is Utopian, remember the Hobbit is in itself very weak filmed.
  4. Belonogy
    Sep 3, 2022
    9
    Wonderful masterpiece.
  5. Tsoni07
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    so far very good, good actors and the story is convincing and interesting. !
  6. Gipsojo
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    Amazing production value and imaginative set pieces make this the most engaging thing on TV right now. Much better than the new Game of Thrones series!
  7. Nyonben
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    I like the show. It takes some stuff from the Simarilion and tries to create a new story. The production value is excellent I'm looking forward to new episodes.
  8. ckgamer
    Sep 2, 2022
    6
    its certainly better than what I expected without the sjw elements could be much better and get 8 instead of 7 I gave it 7 instead of 6 because of the very good cinematography and visuals ... like I said its better than what I expected though I'm anti sjw so I can only give it 7

    Well scew sjw and woke I’m giving it 6 anyway **** hate sjw terrorists
  9. SoulReaper13
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    Don't listen to the brigade of toxic purists who have made a cottage industry out of hating and dismantling anything they think is "too woke." This show delivers on many levels. It's easily better than any of the Hobbit films. Amazing scenery, cinematography, score, visual effects, costume design, and world-building. The first couple episodes are laying the ground work for what isDon't listen to the brigade of toxic purists who have made a cottage industry out of hating and dismantling anything they think is "too woke." This show delivers on many levels. It's easily better than any of the Hobbit films. Amazing scenery, cinematography, score, visual effects, costume design, and world-building. The first couple episodes are laying the ground work for what is certainly going to be an epic adventure that captures the spirit of Tolkien. I enjoyed this rendition of Galadriel. She may seem angry and snappy at times but there are good reasons for her behavior. Every actor did an excellent job here. This is well worth watching and I can't wait to see the rest of the season.… Expand
  10. moth3
    Sep 26, 2022
    10
    Wow, they weren't kidding about the review bombing. I love everything about this show. Forget the babies in the comments who live off of hate. This is 100% worth your time if you loved the books.
  11. kingt34
    Sep 4, 2022
    10
    This show so far is quality and brimming with the LOTR energy while being it’s own thing. Really fun watch so far, so excited to see where it goes.
  12. aksti
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    Do not trust stupid Tolkien purists. The show is well made and the story seems to be great on their own way.
  13. slippyJimo
    Sep 2, 2022
    8
    Visually impressive and reminds stylistically more hobbit trilogy(super clean world) than lotr(more grounded), right now story seems simple - evil is still lurking etc. Pacing really fast jumps around constantly. Looks promising tho. Liked more than houseOfBoring.
  14. Dee-Jay_Deli
    Nov 21, 2022
    5
    Update after the end of season 1: Yes, the review bombing and hatred directed towards the show is absurd and exaggerated. But after the conclusion, much of the criticism is justified. Maybe not the vitriol, but the show isn't well-written, the narrative not compelling, the characters, mostly bland and unsypathetic.

    As beautiful as it is, and as well-produced it may be...the core    Update after the end of season 1: Yes, the review bombing and hatred directed towards the show is absurd and exaggerated. But after the conclusion, much of the criticism is justified. Maybe not the vitriol, but the show isn't well-written, the narrative not compelling, the characters, mostly bland and unsypathetic.

    As beautiful as it is, and as well-produced it may be...the core narrative and characters are boring. The few highlights of the show are often butchered with poor editing, leaving the audience confused.

    At the end of the day, it's just "not good" and "fine" at best.    … Expand
  15. robdot
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    So far it’s excellent. Galadriel is a badass just like you would expect. I’m 63, a fan of the series all my life. Don’t miss it,it’s pretty cool.
  16. wally001
    Sep 2, 2022
    10
    Great show! There are too many trolls who wouldn’t be pleased no matter the result.
  17. Abraxxasbr
    Sep 4, 2022
    10
    Magnífica. Vale ver se vc não for um bitolado como muitos aqui aparentam ser.
  18. Sephiroth89
    Sep 4, 2022
    10
    Don't listen to haters and prejudice people that haven't even watch it or at least not with open mind that it can actually be good.
    Because that's what is it, it's really good. Amazing high budget scenes, perfect music scores. It's just a feast to immerse yourself in
  19. Thepredator91
    Sep 4, 2022
    10
    I was genuinly surprised by the first episode of RoP. They set the overall mood right and the cast/ acting is very good i.m.o. The music also feel very LotR like. Im very excited to see the rest of this series.
  20. payne888
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    May not stick to the lore but great to have middle earth back, just a shame some woke people get upset over nonsense
  21. Kosman78
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    Amazing show, I hope people understand how difficult is to create the world of Silmarilion and after that into TV series.
  22. LordoftheBread
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    I can't believe how much crap is thrown at this show over nothing. The cinematography is great, music is tyop notch, you can clearly see there's a ton of mnoney and talent involved and it is hella entertaining.
  23. Necrophat
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    These review bombs are ridiculous, the first two episodes are great, visually stunning, cast is brilliant, music top draw, story is engaging and I can't wait for the next episode.
  24. bartiorama
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    This show feels like original LOTR movie trilogy but in a modern way as for 2022 should be. It has everything needed: plot as supposed, many threads, fantastic music, terrific CGI, amazing views and beautiful heros. Cant wait next episodes! Ignore all those pathetic haters and racists opinions! Very recommended must see!!!
  25. Bohda
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    Amazing fan fiction and fine return to Middle-Earth
    I read all Tolkien Books and watched Jackson’s films (by the way, I think they are no less fanfics than The Rings of Power) and I enjoyed them as much as enjoy this series
  26. Adrian1911
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    The first two episodes are excellent! Don’t miss it!
  27. facagravata
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    Seriously? It is MUCH better than what I expected. Crybabies are gonna cry like the babies they are, complaining about "wokeness" and whatever, but the fact is that the original material Tolkien wrote decades ago was already pretty loose and not very well defined and the dialogue and plot of the series fill the gaps appropriately. Don't listen to these trolls, give it a shot and think forSeriously? It is MUCH better than what I expected. Crybabies are gonna cry like the babies they are, complaining about "wokeness" and whatever, but the fact is that the original material Tolkien wrote decades ago was already pretty loose and not very well defined and the dialogue and plot of the series fill the gaps appropriately. Don't listen to these trolls, give it a shot and think for yourself.… Expand
  28. Edd3000
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    I liked it although it was slow at first but I'm sure it will improve soon, i love it
  29. GrislyV2
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    Ist definitivly Not below 5. The fanboy will Not bei Happy with any new Content and will BE against anithing angainst their "Religion". Ist a nice Start and im Happy to geht more of IT soon.
  30. Lillabaloo
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    Brilliant start to the season for The Rings of Power. Lush, transcendent visuals with particularly compelling performances from Morfydd Clark (Galadriel), Ismael Cruz Córdova (Arondir) and Markella Kavenagh (Nori).
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Metascore
71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 40 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 40
  3. Negative: 0 out of 40
  1. The New Yorker
    Reviewed by: Jo Livingstone
    Sep 16, 2022
    80
    Adar’s début drips with signifiers. ... When Adar informs Arondir in Episode 4 that he has been told many lies, some that “run so deep even the rocks and roads now believe them,” it is still a thrill. Tolkien succeeded in creating a mythic world, one that has now grown vast enough through acts of typological repetition and imitation to conquer television, too.
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  2. Slant Magazine
    Reviewed by: Chris Barsanti
    Sep 16, 2022
    63
    With war brewing and the forging of the rings seemingly still far off, the first half of The Rings of Power’s first season constitutes little more than stage-setting for the struggle to come. Given the lack of quests and central commanding figures, it often makes for less-than-gripping drama. However, given that there are four more seasons already planned, and potentially dozens of new characters to be introduced, the slow and throat-clearing build is possibly a good sign.
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  3. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    Sep 9, 2022
    90
    The Rings of Power is a reminder of what drew many of us to epic fantasy in the first place: wonder. ... This series set in an ancient realm displays one dazzling and painterly landscape after another. Power also doesn't skimp on action. [12 - 25 Sep 2022, p.10]
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