The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power has returned to Prime Video for its third season, with the first four episodes arriving together on Wednesday, 11 November 2026. Amazon has adopted a different release pattern for the fantasy drama this year, giving audiences eight episodes across three Wednesdays rather than a conventional weekly rollout.
The new season moves several years beyond the fall of Eregion as Sauron‘s campaign for control of Middle-earth intensifies. With war spreading, the Elves and Dwarves face growing threats while the Dark Lord turns his attention towards forging the One Ring. Here is the complete UK and US episode release schedule, including when the next batch arrives and when the season concludes.
‘The Rings Of Power’ Season 3 Full Episode Release Schedule
Season 3 consists of eight episodes. Episodes 1–4 are already available, with Episodes 5 and 6 following next week before the final two episodes land together on 25 November.
| Episode | Prime Video Release Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 1: ‘Marnûkh’ | Wednesday, 11 November 2026 | Now streaming |
| Episode 2: ‘The Gift of Men’ | Wednesday, 11 November 2026 | Now streaming |
| Episode 3: ‘The Secret Fire’ | Wednesday, 11 November 2026 | Now streaming |
| Episode 4: ‘Gundabad’ | Wednesday, 11 November 2026 | Now streaming |
| Episode 5 | Wednesday, 18 November 2026 | Upcoming |
| Episode 6 | Wednesday, 18 November 2026 | Upcoming |
| Episode 7 | Wednesday, 25 November 2026 | Upcoming |
| Episode 8 (Season Finale) | Wednesday, 25 November 2026 | Upcoming |
The same release dates apply across the UK and US. Prime Video’s official Season 3 listing identifies the first four episodes and their titles, while Amazon has separately confirmed the November premiere.
When Do Episodes 5 And 6 Of ‘The Rings Of Power’ Release?
The next two episodes will become available on Wednesday, 18 November 2026. They are expected to arrive at 8am GMT in the UK, corresponding to midnight Pacific Time and 3am Eastern Time in the US. That is the reported release time for Season 3’s opening batch, although Prime Video’s individual listings should be checked for any last-minute changes.
Unlike the second season, which gave viewers time between individual instalments, the two-episode release provides another substantial part of the story in a single sitting. The final batch is due just seven days later, leaving no additional week-long gap before the conclusion.
When Is ‘The Rings Of Power’ Season 3 Finale?
The season finale, Episode 8, premieres on Wednesday, 25 November 2026 alongside Episode 7. That means the entire season will be available to stream before December begins, three weeks after its four-episode premiere.
What Is ‘The Rings Of Power’ Season 3 About?
Season 3 is set approximately five years after the events of Season 2, during the escalating War of the Elves. The destruction of Eregion has left Middle-earth increasingly vulnerable, while Sauron’s armies advance and the Elven kingdoms struggle to defend themselves.
The story also returns to Khazad-dûm and Númenor, while Sauron’s efforts to create the One Ring take on greater importance. Popped previously covered the series in our The Rings of Power Season 2 review. Charlie Vickers returns as Sauron, alongside Morfydd Clark as Galadriel and Robert Aramayo as Elrond. Amazon’s November Prime Video announcement confirms the season’s setting and its central conflict.
Where Can You Watch ‘The Rings Of Power’ In The UK?
The Rings of Power is available exclusively on Prime Video in the UK and internationally. Both previous seasons remain available on the service, so viewers can catch up before watching the new episodes. Those already following Season 3 can return on 18 November for the next two instalments.
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3 is streaming on Prime Video now. Episodes 5 and 6 arrive on Wednesday, 18 November, with the two-part finale release on Wednesday, 25 November 2026.
