3. It’s Rich, Immersive, and Good vs. Evil

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Rings of Power demands your full attention—and it’s not a series you can half-watch while scrolling through your phone. In fact, the series is so immersive that you may feel compelled to rewatch an episode or two to catch the intricate details and subtle storytelling nuances you might have missed the first time. Each scene is rich with visual splendor and narrative depth, making it a show that rewards careful and engaged viewing.

Thankfully, each episode begins with a recap video to bring you up to speed.

The series continues Tolkien’s exploration of the struggle between good and evil. (Tolkien, a devout Catholic, played a significant role in C.S. Lewis embracing Christianity.) The first season even gave us a Genesis-like Garden of Eden, with a fall and a redemption to follow. 

In one episode of Season 2, a Middle-earth citizen warns a fellow traveler that darkness is threatening the kingdom. 

“That way lies death,” he says, pointing behind him.

In another scene, one man tells another that everyone has committed bad deeds but that good can overcome evil. “Find forgiveness,” he says. 

Rings of Power is not a strictly Bible-based series, but it nevertheless offers Christian families a valuable opportunity to engage in discussions about faith and spiritual themes.

Entertainment rating: 5 out of 5 stars.

Family-friendly rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars. 

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