In “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power,” Sauron’s ambition to conquer Middle Earth reaches its climax as the Season 2 finale arrives on Prime.

This beloved series, based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s enchanting universe, has highlighted the emergence of one of the genre’s most notorious villains. Sauron is now on the verge of attaining ultimate dominance as the series’ second season approaches its eighth and final episode.

Taking place during the Second Age of Middle Earth, “The Rings of Power” unfolds thousands of years before the events of the original “Lord of the Rings” trilogy. Following the Season 1 conclusion in 2022, Sauron has continued to rally his forces, regain his strength, and orchestrate the creation of the coveted rings of power to enslave all of Middle Earth to his dark desires.

The second season also reintroduces a variety of characters from Middle Earth, including humans, elves, dwarves, orcs, and a group of Hobbits referred to as Harfoots.

Here’s everything you need to know about watching the season finale:

What Time is the Season 2 Finale of ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Released?

Season 2 of “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power,” which began airing on Aug. 29, will finish with its finale on Thursday, Oct. 3 at 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m. PT.

How to Watch the Season 2 Finale of ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’

To watch “The Rings of Power,” you need a Prime membership. Those who aren’t members can sign up for a 30-day free trial, followed by a subscription at $14.99 per month.

Once the finale is available, all episodes from both seasons of “The Rings of Power” will be accessible for streaming on Prime Video, making it easy for newcomers to catch up. Additionally, you can stream Peter Jackson’s original “Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” trilogies on the platform.

‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Cast

The second season features many returning characters as well as a range of new faces.

• Cynthia Addai-Robinson: Queen Regent Míriel
• Ciarán Hinds: Dark Wizard
• Rory Kinnear: Tom Bombadil
• Robert Aramayo: Elrond
• Jim Broadbent: Voice of Snaggleroot
• Owain Arthur: Prince Durin IV
• Maxim Baldry: Isildur
• Morfydd Clark: Galadriel
• Ismael Cruz Cordova: Arondir
• Charles Edwards: Celebrimbor
• Trystan Gravelle: Pharazon
• Ema Horvath: Earien
• Markella Kavenagh: Elanor “Nori” Brandyfoot
• Tyroe Muhafidin: Theo
• Sophia Nomvete: Princess Disa
• Lloyd Owen: Elendil
• Megan Richards: Poppy Proudfellow
• Charlie Vickers: Sauron
• Leon Wadham: Kemen
• Benjamin Walker: High King Gil-galad
• Daniel Weyman: The Stranger
• Gavi Singh Chera: Merimac
• Peter Mullan: King Durin III
• Robert Strange: Glûg
• Ben Daniels: Cirdan
• Kevin Eldon: Narvi
• Sam Hazeldine: Adar
• Amelia Kenworthy: Mirdania
• Selina Lo: Rian
• Calam Lynch: Camnir
• Tanya Moodie: Guandabel
• Nia Towle: Estrid