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From the outset, many fans predicted that the show wouldn’t stay true to Tolkien’s original vision. Early trailers and promotional statements seemed to betray that concern, and once the series launched, it confirmed these fears. Viewership numbers and ratings reflected widespread dissatisfaction. Reports from third-party sources indicated that The Rings of Power was performing poorly, with some describing it as a "catastrophe" in terms of viewer engagement.
The series has been criticized for being slow, boring, and lacking the depth that makes Tolkien’s stories compelling. These issues led to low ratings and a flood of one-star reviews, particularly on platforms like Amazon Prime Video.