S01E01The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power · Season 1
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season 1 episode 1: A Shadow of the Past
Aired 1 September 202266 minRated M
Where to watch The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 1 in Australia
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season 1 is streaming in Australia on Prime Video (subscription) and free on 9Now.
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What happens in “A Shadow of the Past”
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.
Episode summary: TMDB.
Before you watch
- It is the season premiere of season 1.
- It runs about 66 minutes.
- Directed by J. A. Bayona, written by Patrick McKay and John D. Payne.
- TMDB users rate it 6.6 out of 10 (249 votes).
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power trailer
The official trailer for the series (no preview of this episode has been published).
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Cast and crew of this episode
- Director
- J. A. Bayona
- Writers
- Patrick McKayJohn D. Payne
- Guest stars
- Jagger Serafin as Elf ChildEva Gardner as Elf ChildOscar Beszant as Elf ChildAshlee Fidow as Elf SoldierCarl Van Roon as Elf SoldierSean Neary as Elf SoldierCameron Brown as Elf SoldierAndrew Cottle as Veteran Elf
Credits: TMDB.
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Episode names, air dates, runtimes, stills and ratings: TMDB. Air dates are the first broadcast anywhere; where it streams is our daily Australian check.