The Dark Lord Sauron, of course, plays a major role in the Second Age of Middle-earth. He also survives into the Third Age, when The Lord of the Rings takes place. But where does he actually come ...

The Rings of Power season 2, episode 4. Episode 4 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season 2 feels a lot like a PG ...

J.R.R. Tolkien’s original Middle-earth lore is pretty clear on the top-level details of Sauron’s long con. The dark lord hoodwinks Celebrimbor and the other elf-smiths with his “mission from ...

In Tolkien’s lore, one of Sauron’s fearsome powers was his ability to shape-shift. Being a shape-shifter helped Sauron deceive and fight his many foes and, in fact, allowed him to create The ...

Last night, Prime Video posted a short promotional clip on YouTube delving into “The Faces of Sauron” in Season 2. We see the typical mix of behind-the-scenes footage, talent interviews ...

One of the biggest differences between The Rings of Power and The Lord of the Rings trilogy is that Sauron (Charlie Vickers) is at the forefront of the Prime Video show's story. Season 1 featured ...

During the first season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, one question ruled the thoughts of fans: Which character would turn out to be Sauron? Ultimately, if you watched season one of ...

Please verify your email address. Season 2 of The Rings of Power will feature two versions of the villain Sauron, showcasing his ability to change forms to deceive ...

Credit: Ross Ferguson / Prime Video SEE ALSO: 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' recap brings you up to speed in Middle-earth Sauron's resurgence unlocks several opportunities for The ...

Susana Polo is a senior entertainment writer at Polygon, specializing in pop culture and genre fare, with a primary expertise in comic books. Previously, she founded The Mary Sue. The Lord of the ...

Before we get into Sauron, it’s best to start with his predecessor and the first Dark Lord of Middle-earth: Morgoth. First known as Melkor, he was a Valar—or one of the most powerful beings in ...