‘The Rings of Power’ Season 3: Meet The Returning Cast And New Characters

The battle for Middle-earth is about to get bigger in “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” Season 3, which is set to stream on Amazon Prime Video on November 11. Set five years after the events of the previous season, the new chapter finds Sauron closer than ever to achieving his ambition of dominating the realms of Middle-earth. As he works towards forging the One Ring, Elves, Dwarves, Men and Wizards must confront the growing threat, even as their own kingdoms grapple with divisions.

The season brings back familiar faces while introducing several characters who could significantly impact the story. Here’s a closer look at the characters and the actors bringing them to life. 

The returning cast

Morfydd Clark as Galadriel

Morfydd Clark returns as Galadriel, the Elven warrior whose determination to stop Sauron has often come at a personal cost. After her encounters with the Dark Lord, she enters Season 3 with even more reason to oppose him. Her reunion with her long-lost husband, Celeborn, also brings a personal dimension to the conflict.

Charlie Vickers as Sauron

Charlie Vickers returns as Sauron, whose plans are moving toward their most consequential stage. Having deceived the Elves and secured the Rings of Power for Men, he is now focused on forging the One Ring. His greatest weapon, however, remains his ability to manipulate those around him.

Robert Aramayo as Elrond and Benjamin Walker as Gil-galad

Robert Aramayo reprises his role as Elrond, who remains suspicious of Sauron and the power of the Rings. Benjamin Walker returns as Gil-galad, the High King of the Elves. Together, they must navigate the growing threat while protecting their people and deciding how best to confront the Dark Lord.

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Daniel Weyman as Gandalf

Daniel Weyman returns as Gandalf, previously known as the Stranger. Having discovered his identity, the wizard is beginning to understand the responsibilities that come with his powers. His journey is also about learning when to intervene and when to step back, while continuing to choose good in the face of darkness.

Owain Arthur as Durin IV and Sophia Nomvete as Disa

Owain Arthur and Sophia Nomvete return as Prince Durin IV and Princess Disa. Their story remains rooted in Khazad-dûm, where the consequences of the Dwarven Rings and the death of Durin’s father have left the kingdom in a precarious position. Durin must contend with questions of leadership and family as Disa stands by him.

Cynthia Addai-Robinson as Míriel, Lloyd Owen as Elendil and Maxim Baldry as Isildur

Númenor’s political turmoil continues through Míriel, Elendil and Isildur. Cynthia Addai-Robinson plays the former Queen-Regent, whose commitment to the Faithful puts her at odds with Pharazôn. Lloyd Owen returns as Elendil, caught between his loyalty to Númenor and his beliefs, while Maxim Baldry plays Isildur, whose experiences have complicated his relationship with his homeland.

Other returning cast members include Ismael Cruz Córdova as Arondir, Tyroe Muhafidin as Theo, Markella Kavenagh as Nori Brandyfoot, Megan Richards as Poppy Proudfellow, Trystan Gravelle as Pharazôn, Ciarán Hinds as the Dark Wizard and Rory Kinnear as Tom Bombadil.

New characters joining Season 3

Jamie Campbell Bower as Celeborn

One of the most significant additions is Jamie Campbell Bower as Celeborn, Galadriel’s long-lost husband. Their reunion after years apart is complicated by Sauron’s attempts to manipulate their relationship. Bower, known for “Stranger Things,” brings a character long spoken about into the center of the story.

Zubin Varla as Khamûl

Zubin Varla joins as Khamûl, an Easterling from Rhûn. The character is an important figure in Tolkien’s wider mythology and eventually becomes one of the Ringwraiths. His arrival adds another dimension to Sauron’s growing influence over Middle-earth.

Eddie Marsan as Thráin

Eddie Marsan plays Thráin, Durin IV’s older brother. His arrival complicates the Dwarven storyline, bringing questions of family, succession and the future of Khazad-dûm into sharper focus. With the kingdom already dealing with the consequences of the Rings, the brothers’ differences threaten to deepen its divisions.