Peter Jackson says he has no issue with AI being used in films, calling it “just another special effect,” as long as actors’ likenesses are used with proper consent. However, the The Lord of the Rings director stressed that performers’ rights must be protected from misuse in the age of AI

The third season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is set to release towards the end of 2026, and the epic fantasy series has been renewed for a fourth season