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.
Filmmaker J.A. Bayona is announced as the director for the first two episodes of the series, bringing his vision to the production.
Principal photography officially starts for 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' in New Zealand.
After the lockdown restrictions ease, filming on the series resumes in New Zealand with additional safety protocols.
Amazon reveals the official series title 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' along with the first logo and promotional material.
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.
Galadriel begins her quest to find and defeat Sauron after his apparent fall, showing her strength and determination in the Second Age.
The island kingdom of Númenor is founded and begins to develop as an advanced maritime civilization gifted to Men by the Valar.
Elves, Men, and Dwarves forge the Rings of Power under the guidance of Celebrimbor, with Sauron secretly weaving the One Ring to control them all.
Sauron returns in disguise as the ‘Necromancer’ in Dol Guldur, beginning to spread his influence and dark power in Middle-earth again.
Elrond and Gil-galad unite Elves and Men to oppose the growing threat of Sauron, setting the stage for the great wars to come.
