Amazon to Launch ‘Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Season 1 for Free on Samsung TV in Viewership Push Ahead of Season 2

As a seasoned movie buff with a penchant for all things fantasy, I must say that this move by Amazon is nothing short of brilliant! With over three decades of binge-watching epic sagas under my belt, I can attest to the fact that free access to a show as captivating as “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” is a game-changer.


Amazon is taking significant steps to attract more viewers for “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power,” before the launch of Season 2, by providing the first season at no cost on Samsung devices.

Starting from now, you can watch the initial season of “The Rings of Power,” which consists of eight episodes, on Samsung TV Plus. This free, ad-supported streaming service is already built into Samsung TVs and Galaxy devices. The first season will be accessible from August 15 to August 28, slightly before the August 29 debut of “The Rings of Power” Season 2 on Amazon’s premium streaming platform, Prime Video.

For the very first time, you can stream the entire first season of “The Rings of Power,” originally aired from September to October in 2022, without charge.

Amazon aims to attract as many viewers as it can towards the J.R.R. Tolkien-inspired series by making it available on Samsung TV Plus, which provides access to the show for approximately 300 million screens in countries like the U.S., Canada, Brazil, the UK, and Germany. This move is intended to increase viewership for Season 2.

The first season of “The Rings of Power” found itself competing for audience attention with HBO’s “House of the Dragon,” which premiered in 2022. This time, though, the fantasy series isn’t facing off against a direct rival, as “House of the Dragon” has now finished its second season. With the fall TV schedule largely empty and the opportunity to attract new viewers through fresh promotions, “The Rings of Power” can make its mark.

“Samsung TV Plus has broadened its alliance with Prime Video, making it the sole platform where viewers can preview Season One of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power at no cost, before the Season Two debut. As mentioned by Samsung TV Plus senior vice president and general manager Salek Brodsky, this collaboration offers access to approximately 300 million Samsung TV and Galaxy users, enabling them to either experience or revisit this popular series. Additionally, they will continue to benefit from a vast selection of free live television channels and on-demand titles that are part of one of the world’s most extensive offerings.”

As a movie critic, I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been working closely with Samsung to offer a sneak peek at “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” Season One to SamsungTV Plus viewers. This exciting collaboration leads up to the August 29 release of Season Two on Amazon Prime Video. For both our organizations, this sampling program symbolizes a significant milestone in our journey to bring this beloved franchise to a global audience, free of charge. Our partnership with Samsung actually dates back to 2022, when we launched “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” series, and since then, we’ve been raising the bar together, ensuring an unforgettable experience for both new and existing Tolkien fans.

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2024-08-15 15:16