Production for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3 is officially complete. Amazon announced the news on December 10, 2025, by sharing a special behind-the-scenes video from the set. The video features the main cast celebrating the end of filming and offers a first look at new actors joining the massive fantasy series.
This milestone means the next season of the Prime Video show has moved into post-production. While a specific release date is not yet set, the completion of filming is a strong signal for fans eagerly waiting to return to Middle-earth.
What the Season 3 Wrap Video Shows
The announcement video provides a glimpse into the world of the show. It begins with newcomer Jamie Campbell Bower, known for his role in Stranger Things, welcoming viewers to the studios in the UK where the series is filmed. His role has been described as a “handsome high-born knight,” marking one of the significant new additions to the cast.
The video also features returning stars in character and on set. Viewers can see Owain Arthur as Prince Durin IV, Morfydd Clark as Galadriel, and Charlie Vickers as Sauron. Other familiar faces like Ismael Cruz Córdova and Daniel Weyman also appear. The actors shared their thoughts on coming back for the new season.
Morfydd Clark (Galadriel) said, “It’s been wonderful to be back in this world of Middle-earth”.
Charlie Vickers (Sauron) added, “I count myself extremely lucky to be a part of something like this”.
The video ends with the traditional announcement: “Ladies and gentlemen, that is a picture wrap!”.
New Cast Members and Story Details for Season 3
Season 3 will introduce several new actors to its already large ensemble. Alongside Jamie Campbell Bower, the new cast includes Eddie Marsan (Ray Donovan), Andrew Richardson, Zubin Varla, and Adam Young.
The story will take a major leap forward. According to the official description, the action will jump ahead several years from the dramatic end of Season 2. The season will be set at the height of the War of the Elves and Sauron. The main focus will be on Sauron’s mission to craft the One Ring, the powerful object he needs to win the war and conquer all of Middle-earth.
This follows the events of Season 2, where Sauron was exposed by Galadriel and left without his army. The new season will explore how he rebuilds his power through manipulation and cunning.
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Filming Timeline and Expected Release Window
Filming for the third season began in April 2025, meaning the production lasted for approximately nine months before wrapping in December. This schedule keeps the series on a similar pace to its previous seasons, which were released two years apart.
While Amazon has not announced a precise premiere date, industry observers predict a 2026 release for Season 3. This fits the pattern of the first two seasons, which debuted in 2022 and 2024. The show’s massive scale requires a lengthy post-production period for visual effects, music, and editing, which is now underway.
Some analysis suggests the season will likely arrive in the latter half of 2026. This is because Prime Video’s other major series, The Boys, is scheduled for its final season in early 2026, and the streaming service typically spaces out its biggest releases.
A Look Back at the Season 2 Finale
Season 2 ended with major consequences for all the peoples of Middle-earth, setting the stage for the coming time jump. The Elves faced chaos in their kingdom, the Dwarves were entangled in a battle for the throne, and the Harfoots continued their journeys under growing threats. Most importantly, Sauron’s plan entered a new phase. After his exile, he began secretly overseeing the creation of the Rings of Power to bind the world to his will.
The new season will pick up years after these events, with the world on the brink of a catastrophic war and Sauron closer than ever to forging the One Ring.
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