..please ignore the review bombs on this show. It's incredible so far. There is nothing like this on TV right now. Anyone comparing this to anything Game of Thrones isn't watching this show. It's completely different as far as tones and storyline goes. These are characters we are slowly coming to care about. The first 2 episodes had me in tears from how beautiful it is so far. Go in knowing nothing and you'll be rewarded with great film making. It has a bit of everything in it as well as great and terrifying creatures. Suitable for everyone that loved all the Lord of the Rings material. Excited to see where this show goes from here. And who is the Mystery man? Gandalf, Sauron, or someone else? What's interesting is that people have thought it could be either or we don't know at all. Fascinating characters all around though. Not a dull one in the entire show. Give it a chance and ignore the toxic LOTR fans who would rather read the books.
