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The Disappointing Reception of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
A Billion-Dollar Failure in the Eyes of Fans and Critics
Amazon's The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power has faced relentless scrutiny and criticism since its debut. Despite Amazon's extravagant investment of over one billion dollars across two seasons — aiming to create a global phenomenon — the show has been largely regarded as a disappointment, both in terms of storytelling and viewer engagement.