'That's Still Under Bezos' Magical Halo' — The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Reportedly Remains On-Track for 5 Seasons at Amazon as It Becomes TV's First $1 Billion Series

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is reportedly on-track to run for five seasons, with the $1 billion Prime Video show said to be still under the protection of Amazon boss Jeff Bezos’ “magical halo.” A new report from Lesley Goldberg in The Ankler shines a light on Amazon’s vision for Prime Video, which is seemingly still in flux. In that report is word that The Rings of Power, which is still awaiting a release date for Season 3, will make it to Season 5, as per Amazon’s initial deal for the rights. This is despite the huge costs associated with producing and marketing the expansive, visual effects-heavy fantasy show, which The Ankler believes is TV’s first $1 billion series. It seems Amazon boss Jeff Bezos is personally keen for it to continue, no matter the cost. “That’s still under Bezos’ magical halo,” a source told The Ankler. “That’s protected for its run.” Amazon TV boss Peter Friedlander is said to have visited the set and provided an assurance that the creatives will get the chance to finish the story, although there’s a line in the report that that may be done in “four seasons or five.” Season 3 is reportedly due to hit Prime Video later in 2026. However, it sound