{
  "id": 16372539,
  "title": "Lord of the Rings Officially Returns in November with 3 Releases",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/lord-of-the-rings-officially-returns-in-november-with-3-releases",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-24T20:33:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Polygon",
    "slug": "polygon",
    "url": "https://www.polygon.com/lotr-rings-of-power-s1-s2-physical-release-4k-blu-ray/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Lord of the Rings returns to physical media in November, offering fans three ways to own a piece of Middle-earth. Amazon MGM Studios and Alliance Home Entertainment have announced DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD releases for the first two seasons of The Rings of Power. Bonus behind-the-scenes content accompanies each set, giving collectors further options later in the year. In December, the series will debut Amazon-exclusive 4K Ultra HD gift sets, complete with Steelbook packaging and collectible art cards. These releases coincide with the premiere of season 3 on Prime Video, just days after the physical editions hit shelves. Season 1 premiered on September 2022, followed by season 2 in August 2024. The series has garnered over 185 million viewers worldwide. Season 3 will delve deeper into Middle-earth's war against Sauron, exploring the story of Elrond and his twin brother Elros. The series will also introduce Rivendell, a significant location from Tolkien's world. Season 3 premieres on November 11, with physical editions available on November 3 and the Amazon 4K Steelbook set releasing on December 1.",
  "summary": "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is making a physical comeback in November, with the first two seasons set to be released on DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD formats. The releases will include behind-the-scenes bonus content for fans and collectors, as well as Amazon-exclusive 4K Ultra HD gift sets in December, featuring Steelbook packaging and collectible art cards. The timing of the releases is particularly significant, as the third season is set to premiere on Prime Video just days after the standard physical editions become available. The third season will delve deeper into Middle-earth's war against Sauron, with the introduction of Elrond and his long-lost twin brother, Elros, who will make pivotal decisions that will impact the story moving forward.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}