The Rings of Power season 3 release schedule: When is episode 5 on Prime Video?

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is officially back on Prime Video!

From Sauron (Charlie Vickers) preparing to forge The One Ring to Celeborn (Jamie Campbell Bower), finally being introduced and a very intriguing revelation about The Dark Wizard (Ciaran Hinds), there's a lot to delve into.

Season 3 spans eight episodes and, unlike the weekly rollouts of seasons 1 and 2, Prime Video is releasing them in three batches across November 2026.

The first four episodes arrivedon 11 November, with the remaining episodes following over the next fortnight. Read on for more information on the season 3 release schedule.

Alternatively, check out the questions we still have ahead of season 3.

The Rings of Power season 3 episodes 5 and 6 will be released together on 18 November.

The Rings of Power season 3 release schedule

The Rings of Power season 3 is being released in three batches on Prime Video, with the same dates applying in the UK and US:

• Episodes 1 to 4 – Wednesday 11 November 2026
• Episodes 5 and 6 – Wednesday 18 November 2026
• Episodes 7 and 8 – Wednesday 25 November 2026

Charlotte Brändström, Sanaa Hamri, and Stefan Schwartz are set to direct season 3's episodes.

How many episodes are there in The Rings of Power season 3?

There are eight episodes in The Rings of Power season 3, released across three November drops rather than weekly, with the season finale arriving on 25 November 2026.

Where can I watch The Rings of Power?

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power streams on Prime Video, and season 3 will be available worldwide on the platform.

Because it is a global Prime Video release, UK and US subscribers get each batch of episodes on the same date, so there is no release lag between territories.

Is there a trailer for The Rings of Power season 3?

Prime Video unveiled the official season 3 teaser trailer at San Diego Comic-Con on 24 July 2026, offering a first look at Sauron forging the One Ring. You can watch it below.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is available to watch on Amazon Prime Video from Wednesday 11 November 2026. You can sign up to Amazon Prime Video for a 30-day free trial.

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Louise Griffin is the Sci-Fi & Fantasy Editor for Radio Times, covering everything from Doctor Who, Star Wars and Marvel to House of the Dragon and Good Omens. She previously worked at Metro as a Senior Entertainment Reporter and has a degree in English Literature.