The prequel series adapted from J.R.R. Tolkien’s many, sprawling stories about Middle-earth goes back in time thousands of years to explore life during the Second Age.
when Sauron has disappeared and many populations of the continent were enjoying periods of relative peace and increasing prosperity.
It’s during this time the series picks up with a young Galadriel (Morfydd Clark), a character first seen in Peter Jackson’s film adaptations of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit.
who has been on the hunt for any remaining traces of evil. In addition to many other characters, audiences are also introduced to a handsome stranger named Halbrand.
The three actors of the season 1 ensemble cast break down key moments from the first two episodes, including what’s driving Galadriel’s instinct to stay behind in Middle-earth.
After first opening with a very young Galadriel in the First Age and a backstory about how the elves came to Middle-earth..
While many believe that he’s gone for good, she’s certain he’s still out there.
she’s forced to turn back and return to Lindon, where King Gil-galad tells her that she’ll retire and leave for the Undying Lands.