The WORST episodes of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power

Every episode of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power!

Beginning in a time of relative peace, we follow an ensemble cast of characters as they confront the re-emergence of evil to Middle-earth. From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains, to the majestic forests of Lindon, to the breathtaking island kingdom of Númenor, to the furthest reaches of the map, these kingdoms and characters will carve out legacies that live on long after they are gone.

Last Updated: 9/4/2024Network: Prime VideoStatus: Continuing
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The Eagle and the Sceptre
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6.93
568 votes

#1 - The Eagle and the Sceptre

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/29/2024

Isildur and an old friend reunite. Arondir grapples with change. Míriel faces rising opposition. Annatar counsels Celebrimbor.

Writer: Helen Shang
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Where the Stars are Strange
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7.35
728 votes

#2 - Where the Stars are Strange

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/29/2024

Darkness falls over Khazad-dûm. Sauron and Galadriel each seek new allies. The Stranger and Harfoots encounter a growing threat.

Writer: Jason Cahill
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Elven Kings Under the Sky
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7.39
941 votes

#3 - Elven Kings Under the Sky

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/29/2024

Sauron bargains with Adar. The Stranger and Nori venture into new lands. The Three Elven Rings face judgment.

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Partings
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7.44
3301 votes

#4 - Partings

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/23/2022

Nori questions her instincts; Elrond struggles to stay true to his oath; Halbrand weighs his destiny; The Southlanders brace for attack.

Directors: Wayne Yip
Writer: Justin Doble
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The Eye
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7.47
3183 votes

#5 - The Eye

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/7/2022

Survivors of a cataclysm try to find safety; the Harfoots confront evil; Durin is torn between friendship and duty; Adar considers a new name.

Writer: Jason Cahill
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A Shadow of the Past
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7.48
4550 votes

#6 - A Shadow of the Past

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/1/2022

Galadriel is disturbed by signs of an ancient evil’s return; Arondir makes an unsettling discovery; Elrond is presented with an intriguing new venture; Nori breaks the Harfoot community’s most deeply-held rule.

Directors: J.A. Bayona
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The Great Wave
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7.48
3403 votes

#7 - The Great Wave

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/16/2022

Queen Regent Míriel’s faith is tested; Isildur finds himself at a crossroads; Elrond uncovers a secret; Arondir is given an ultimatum; Theo disobeys Bronwyn.

Directors: Wayne Yip
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Adar
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7.59
3688 votes

#8 - Adar

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/9/2022

Arondir finds himself a captive; Galadriel and Halbrand explore a legendary kingdom; Elendil is given a new assignment; Nori faces the consequences.

Directors: Wayne Yip
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Adrift
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7.60
3999 votes

#9 - Adrift

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/1/2022

Galadriel finds a new ally; Elrond faces a cold reception from an old friend; Nori endeavors to help a Stranger; Arondir searches for answers while Bronwyn warns her people of a threat.

Directors: J.A. Bayona
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Alloyed
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7.81
3305 votes

#10 - Alloyed

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/14/2022

New alliances are forged.

Directors: Wayne Yip
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Udûn
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7.88
3400 votes

#11 - Udûn

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/30/2022

Adar and his army march on Ostirith.

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