According to recent reports, it’s been confirmed that Andrew Richardson, Zubin Varla, and Adam Young have joined the cast of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power for its upcoming third season. Filming has commenced at Shepperton Studios in the UK. Richardson will be a regular character throughout the series, while Varla and Young are set to appear frequently.
Andrew Richardson Joins as Series Regular
Born in Canada but based in Britain, Richardson is a rising actor who has made a name for himself in UK theatre. His portrayal of Sky Masterson in “Guys & Dolls” at the Bridge Theatre garnered him a 2023 Emerging Talent nomination from the Evening Standard Theatre Awards. In 2025, he was nominated for the Ian Charleson award for his performances in “Uncle Vanya” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Richardson honed his skills at Carnegie Mellon and will soon be seen on Peacock in “Ponies.
Zubin Varla Brings Stage and Screen Experience
Zubin Varla is a renowned actor who has built an impressive career encompassing both stage performances and television roles. In 2023, he was honored with the Olivier Award for his exceptional portrayal in the play “Tammy Faye“. Previously, he received nominations for his work in “A Little Life” and “Fun Home“. You might recognize him from his roles in “Andor” on Disney+, as well as from shows like “Deep State”, “Our Girl”, and “Silent Witness”. At present, he’s busy working on a BBC project, and you can look forward to seeing him in the upcoming Netflix series “Hostage“.
Adam Young Adds Genre Experience
Adam Young, a Mountview Academy alumnus, is widely recognized for portraying Jim-Bob in “Don’t Breathe 2.” He first appeared on screen in “Two for Joy” and has since been seen in “The Witcher: Blood Origin,” “Sex Education,” and “EastEnders.” In the world of theatre, he has performed in “Redlands,” “Call Me Vicky,” and various Shakespeare productions across the UK and Europe.
Season 3 in Production
The television series titled “The Rings of Power” has garnered more than 170 million viewers worldwide and continues to be a major factor in boosting new subscriptions on Prime Video. The show is jointly produced by J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay, as well as executive producers Lindsey Weber, Justin Doble, Kate Hazell, Charlotte Brändström, and others.
Currently, the initial two installments of “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” are accessible for streaming in more than 240 nations and regions on Amazon Prime Video.
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2025-06-13 00:01