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The Lord of the Rings

New ‘Lord of the Rings’ Should Be Banished to Middle Earth

PIECE OF SHIRE

The animated feature “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim” is a half-hearted, forgettable footnote that’s hard to imagine even the franchise’s most devoted fans enjoying.

Nick Schager | Published Dec 13, 2024

What Scandal? Johnny Depp Getting Lifetime Achievement Award

HE’S BACK

Depp’s coming international celebration comes as the actor remains controversial in the US following abuse allegations and his legal battles with ex-wife Amber Heard.

Lily Mae Lazarus | Published Sep 23, 2024

Sauron on ‘Rings of Power’ Is Officially TV’s Best Villain

CHARACTER STUDY

With “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” Season 2 now in full flow, we’re enthralled with Charlie Vickers’ captivating, multi-dimensional breakout.

Jack Francis | Published Sep 11, 2024

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This Is the Biggest Reason to Watch ‘Rings of Power’

DISPATCHES FROM MIDDLE-EARTH

As the second season of “Rings of Power” continues the show’s sluggish crawl, the best part of the series may be indicative of its biggest problem.

Geoffrey Bunting | Published Sep 05, 2024

Katy Perry’s X-Rated Reward for Orlando Bloom Doing Dishes

HOUSEWORK SUCKS!

The singer explains what she likes in a partner and just how much she appreciates coming downstairs to discover that her famous fiancé has cleaned up the kitchen.

David Gardner | Published Sep 04, 2024

‘Rings of Power’ Is So Much Better Than ‘House of Dragon’

STUNNING

The most expensive show in TV history, the “Lord of the Rings” prequel has a major creative glow-up in Season 2. From storytelling to visuals, Middle Earth > Westeros.

Nick Schager | Published Aug 28, 2024

JD Vance’s Finances Reveal a ‘Lord of the Rings’ Fantasyland

ONE TO RULE

The GOP vice presidential candidate has said that his conservative views were influenced by Tolkien in his youth.

David Gardner | Published Aug 08, 2024

Cate Blanchett Says She Got Paid in ‘Sandwiches’ on ‘LOTR’

SHE ALSO KEPT THE ELF E

Cate Blanchett played Galadriel in the franchise that grossed $2.9 billion.

Clay Walker | Published Aug 08, 2024

‘House of the Dragon’ Improved the Ultimate Fantasy Cliché

WE NEED A HERO

This season’s arc echoes a storyline that everything from “The Lord of the Rings” to “Harry Potter” has done—and may even be doing it better.

Jack Francis | Published Jul 26, 2024

The 24 Most Exciting TV Shows of Summer 2024

COOL FOR THE SUMMER

There will be returning favorites. (Yes, chef!) There will be new offerings from a galaxy far, far away. And there will be Natalie Portman and Jake Gyllenhaal.

Laura Bradley, Allegra Frank | Published May 27, 2024

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