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Amazon invested heavily in The Rings of Power, pouring unprecedented resources into what was supposed to be a grand adaptation of Tolkien’s Middle-earth. Yet, the show failed to resonate with viewers. In fact, only about 37% of viewers who started the series completed the first season, a stark indicator of disengagement. Typically, a 50% retention rate signals successful content, often leading to continued investment or cancellation. Amazon’s figures, however, showed that a significant portion of its audience turned away long before the finale, hinting at the series’ fundamental flaws.