The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3 premieres Wednesday, November 11, 2026, on Prime Video with the first four episodes, and all eight episodes will be out by November 25. The new season picks up five years after the fall of Eregion, with Sauron’s armies spread across Middle-earth. Below are the full episode schedule, the cast, the plot, the trailer and where to watch.
Last updated on November 1, 2026. This page has no spoilers for Season 3. For more to watch this month, see our best TV shows in November 2026.
The Rings of Power Season 3 at a Glance
| Question | Answer |
| Premiere date | Wednesday, November 11, 2026 |
| Episodes | Eight |
| Release pattern | Four episodes on premiere day, then two a week for two weeks |
| Finale date | Wednesday, November 25, 2026 |
| Where to watch | Prime Video, in more than 240 countries and territories |
| Showrunners | J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay |
| Official trailer | Released October 21, 2026 |
| Story | Five years after the fall of Eregion, in Middle-earth’s Second Age |
The Rings of Power Season 3 Episode Release Schedule
Prime Video is not releasing Season 3 one episode at a time. The season arrives in three drops, all on Wednesdays.
| Date | Episodes | What drops |
| Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | Episodes 1 to 4 | Season premiere, four episodes at once |
| Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | Episodes 5 and 6 | Two new episodes |
| Wednesday, November 25, 2026 | Episodes 7 and 8 | Two-episode season finale |
The finale lands the day before Thanksgiving in the US, so the full season will be available for the long weekend. Episode titles have not been announced, and we will add them here when Prime Video shares them.
What Is The Rings of Power Season 3 About?
Prime Video’s official synopsis opens with a simple line: “In Season 3, Middle-earth is at war.” Sauron’s armies have marched across the world and conquered much of what stands in their way.
Only a few places are still holding out. The Dwarves are sealed inside the mountain halls of Khazad-dûm, while the elven realms of Lindon and Rivendell are protected by the Three Rings. Meanwhile Sauron works from his tower of Barad-dûr, obsessed with harnessing the power of the One Ring. The free peoples must unite to stop him before he wins total control of Middle-earth.
The series is set in the Second Age, thousands of years before The Fellowship of the Ring, and draws on material from Tolkien’s appendices. Galadriel’s link to Sauron remains a main thread, and the return of Celeborn adds a personal story to the war.
The Rings of Power Season 3 Trailer
Prime Video released the official trailer on October 21, 2026. It follows a teaser that was shown to fans at San Diego Comic-Con in July. The trailer is action heavy. It shows Middle-earth in chaos as heroes gather to defend their lands, and it also hints at Galadriel’s emotional story alongside the war.
The Rings of Power Season 3 Cast
Most of the main cast returns, led by Morfydd Clark as Galadriel and Charlie Vickers as Sauron. Jamie Campbell Bower joins as Celeborn, Galadriel’s husband in Tolkien’s stories, and Simon Pegg voices the Balrog.
Morfydd ClarkPlays GaladrielRETURNING
Charlie VickersPlays SauronRETURNING
Jamie Campbell BowerPlays CelebornNEW
Robert AramayoPlays ElrondRETURNING
Benjamin WalkerPlays Gil-galadRETURNING
Ismael Cruz CórdovaPlays ArondirRETURNING
Owain ArthurPlays Durin IVRETURNING
Daniel WeymanPlays GandalfRETURNING
Eddie MarsanPlays ThrainNEW
Simon PeggVoices the BalrogNEW
New cast members this season
| Actor | Character |
| Jamie Campbell Bower | Celeborn |
| Zubin Varla | Khamûl, the Easterling of Rhûn |
| Eddie Marsan | Thrain, King Durin IV’s older brother |
| Andrew Richardson | Anarion |
| Adam Young | Marnûkh, a mysterious Orc |
| Simon Pegg | Voice of the Balrog |
Returning cast members
| Actor | Character |
| Morfydd Clark | Galadriel |
| Charlie Vickers | Sauron |
| Robert Aramayo | Elrond |
| Benjamin Walker | Gil-galad |
| Ismael Cruz Córdova | Arondir |
| Owain Arthur | Durin IV |
| Sophia Nomvete | Disa |
| Daniel Weyman | Gandalf |
| Lloyd Owen | Elendil |
| Maxim Baldry | Isildur |
| Trystan Gravelle | Pharazôn |
| Cynthia Addai-Robinson | Míriel |
| Ciarán Hinds | The Dark Wizard |
| Rory Kinnear | Tom Bombadil |
Who Is Making The Rings of Power Season 3?
J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay return as showrunners. Charlotte Brändström, who is also an executive producer, directs along with Sanaa Hamri and Stefan Schwartz.
Where to Watch The Rings of Power Season 3
The show streams exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories. Seasons 1 and 2 are also on Prime Video if you want to catch up first. For a look back at how it all began, see our original 2022 Rings of Power guide.
If you want another big fantasy series to look forward to, see our Harry Potter HBO series guide.
The Rings of Power Season 3 FAQ
When does The Rings of Power Season 3 come out?
Season 3 premieres on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, on Prime Video.
How many episodes are in The Rings of Power Season 3?
Eight. Episodes 1 to 4 arrive on November 11, episodes 5 and 6 on November 18, and episodes 7 and 8 on November 25.
When is the Season 3 finale?
The two-episode finale arrives on Wednesday, November 25, 2026.
Is The Rings of Power Season 3 released weekly?
Not one episode at a time. It drops in three batches: four episodes, then two, then two, each on a Wednesday.
Where can I watch The Rings of Power Season 3?
Only on Prime Video, which is available in more than 240 countries and territories.
Who plays Celeborn in The Rings of Power?
Jamie Campbell Bower plays Celeborn, who is new to the series in Season 3.
Who plays Sauron in The Rings of Power?
Charlie Vickers plays Sauron.
Who voices the Balrog in Season 3?
Simon Pegg voices the Balrog.
When was the Season 3 trailer released?
Prime Video released the official trailer on October 21, 2026. A first teaser was shown at San Diego Comic-Con in July.
Is The Rings of Power based on a book?
It is based on the world of J.R.R. Tolkien and draws on material from the appendices to The Lord of the Rings.
Release dates, cast and plot details are based on Prime Video’s official Season 3 announcement and coverage from Just Jared and Sci-Fi Now. This page is updated as new details and episode titles are announced.
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