One person tweeted shortly after the episodes were supposed to be available: “Prime Video screwed up so bad Rings of Power episode 2 is up but not episode 1.” CLAIMS OF UNSAFE CONDITIONS FOR ‘LORD OF THE RINGS’ SERIES DETERMINED BY AMAZON STUDIOS AS ‘INCORRECT’ Another wrote, “Rings Of Power is already off to a bad start… I guess I’m starting with episode 2???” “Why do I have Rings of Power Episode 2 available but not Episode 1?” said a third. “COME I WANT THE PRINT MY LADY.” “It’s only airing episode 2, which was before 9pm,” complained another. CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO OUR ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER “So flagged- about to watch The Rings of Power @PrimeVideo and no play option for episode 1 on my phone or TV,” wrote another along with a screenshot of the problem. Another said: “My roommate is screaming angrily at his Alexa asking why ring of power episode 2 is available and not episode 1.” One fan even posted a Gollum meme pleading, “Give us a chance, precious. Give us a chance!” Episode 1 screenshots appeared to say “this episode is not available”. It’s unclear how widespread the issue was, and it appeared to be fixed within the hour. “The Rings of Power” is a prequel series that takes place before the events of “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit”. The 8-episode season of “The Rings of Power” reportedly cost the company an estimated $715 million — making it the most expensive show ever made. Kaya Scodelario poses for photographers upon arrival for the world premiere of the TV series ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ in London, Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022. (Scott Garfitt/Invision/AP) The series has already been renewed for a second season, which is scheduled to begin filming in October. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP