Amazon Studios officially announces the development of a TV series based on J.R.R. Tolkien's works, marking the beginning of what would become 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power'.
Amazon acquires the worldwide TV rights to produce a series set in the world of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth for a reported $250 million, setting a record for TV rights acquisition.
Principal photography officially starts for 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' in New Zealand.
The first official trailer of the series is unveiled during a major event, generating significant fan interest and media attention.
The series premieres on Amazon Prime Video, bringing Tolkien's universe back to screen in a new serialized format.