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House of the Dragon

1 Season | 10 Episodes | TV-MA

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The reign of House Targaryen begins: House of the Dragon, the prequel to Game of Thrones, is here. Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, which is set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, tells the story of House Targaryen.

House of the Dragon stars Paddy Considine (HBO’s The Third Day and The Outsider), Matt Smith (Doctor Who), Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Steve Toussaint (It’s a Sin, Doctor Who), Eve Best, Sonoya Mizuno, Fabien Frankel, and Rhys Ifans. Additional cast members include Milly Alcock, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Emily Carey, Harry Collett, Ryan Corr, Tom Glynn-Carney, Jefferson Hall, David Horovitch, Wil Johnson, John Macmillan, Graham McTavish, Ewan Mitchell, Theo Nate, Matthew Needham, Bill Paterson, Phia Saban, Gavin Spokes, and Savannah Steyn. See the cast and characters here.

Martin and Ryan Condal serve as co-creators on the series. Miguel Sapochnik and Condal are showrunners, and the pair also serve as executive producers along with Martin, Sara Hess, Jocelyn Diaz, Vince Gerardis, and Ron Schmidt. Clare Kilner and Geeta Vasant Patel also direct the series. Greg Yaitanes is director and co-executive producer. Game of Thrones and Westworld composer Ramin Djawadi scored the series.

Featured Cast

See the full list of House of the Dragon cast and characters here.

Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen
Emma D’Arcy
Prince Daemon Targaryen
Matt Smith
King Viserys Targaryen
Paddy Considine
Otto Hightower
Rhys Ifans
Alicent Hightower
Olivia Cooke
Lord Corlys Velaryon, “The Sea Snake”
Steve Toussaint
Princess Rhaenys Targaryen
Eve Best
Ser Criston Cole
Fabien Frankel
Mysaria
Sonoya Mizuno

Before You Watch

The cast and crew break down everything you need to know before you dive into Season 1.

Everything You Need to Know

Everything You Need to Know

Get to know the key players, events, and timeline leading up to House of the Dragon.

Before the Dance: An Illustrated History with George R.R. Martin

5:25

Before the Dance: An Illustrated History with George R.R. Martin

The creator and executive producer sets up the series with insights into the show's major players and relationships, alongside illustrations from Fire & Blood artist Doug Wheatley.

Height of an Empire

3:59

Height of an Empire

Paddy Considine, Matt Smith, and more cast and crew discuss how House of the Dragon takes place during the height of the Targaryen reign over Westeros, and how that influenced the story and design of the series.

Noble Houses

3:47

Noble Houses

Rhys Ifan, Steve Toussaint and more break down the historical significance and role of the two prominent houses in the series: the Velaryons and the Hightowers.

A New Reign

3:07

A New Reign

Executive producers George R.R. Martin, Ryan Condal and Miguel Sapochnik offer a look at what's to come; reflecting on the responsibility of evolving the world of Westeros and approaching the show through a new lens.

Returning to Westeros

4:40

Returning to Westeros

The cast and crew share the thrills and challenges of entering the world of Game of Thrones, and approaching it when the Targaryens are at the height of their power.

Watch for Free

Watch S1 E1 for Free

Watch the First Episode for Free

Start from the beginning of the series and watch the first episode of Season 1 for free.

The House That Dragons Built S1 E6

Watch Episode 6 of The House That Dragons Built for Free

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the show approached the time jump in the companion docuseries “The House That Dragons Built.”

Welcome to Westeros

Immerse yourself while you wait for Season 2.

House of the Dragon Hub

The Official Guide

Dive even deeper into the world of House of the Dragon to learn more about the characters and their connections, the dragons and their riders, and an interactive map of Westeros and Essos.

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House of the Dragon: DracARys App

DracARys App

Raise your own personalized virtual dragon in a new augmented reality app available for download in the Apple and Google Play app stores on your mobile device. Visit the FAQ page for more info.

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HOTD

The Official Playlist

Get ready for House of the Dragon with brand new music from composer Ramin Djawadi along with your favorites from past seasons of Game of Thrones.

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Go Deeper

Catch exclusive behind-the-scenes interviews with the cast and crew breaking down the series' biggest moments and the process behind creating its memorable sets.

7:14
Inside the Episode: S1 E1
Ryan Condal, Miguel Sapochnik, and more break down the Great Council scene and the underlying meaning behind Viserys tournament.
6:21
Inside the Episode: S1 E2
Milly Alcock (Rhaenyra Targaryen), Emily Carey (Alicent Hightower), Ryan Condal, Miguel Sapochnik and more discuss the selection of the Kingsguard, the face-off at Dragonstone, and the pressure Viserys faces to choose a new wife in "The Rogue Prince."
6:26
Inside the Episode: S1 E3
Ryan Condal, Miguel Sapochnik, Matt Smith (Daemon Targaryen), and more speak to the time jump in the third episode, Viserys and Rhaenyra's mental states during the hunt, and Daemon's fight at the Stepstones.
6:57
Inside the Episode: S1 E4
Ryan Condal, director Clare Kilner, Emily Carey (Alicent Hightower) and more hone in on the motivation behind Daemon’s advances towards Rhaenyra, approaching intimate scenes from a woman’s point of view, and the fractures in Rhaenyra and Alicent's friendship in Episode 4.
6:20
Inside the Episode: S1 E5
Ryan Condal, director Clare Kilner, Rhys Ifans (Otto Hightower), Emily Carey (Alicent Hightower) and more dive into Rhaenyra and Laenor's marriage arrangement, and where Alicent's allegiances lie in Episode 5.
6:43
Inside the Episode: S1 E6
Cast and crew, including Emma D’Arcy (Rhaenyra) and Matt Smith (Daemon), examine how Rhaenyra’s lies are starting to catch up with her, and the slow unraveling of Daemon’s marriage while living in Pentos.
6:47
Inside the Episode: S1 E7
Leo Ashton (Aemond Targaryen), Emma D'Arcy (Rhaenyra Targaryen), John MacMillian (Laenor Velaryon) and more speak to the fallout that occurs after Aemond loses his eye during a fight, and how Laena's death causes Laenor to reflect on his own life.
8:46
Inside the Episode: S1 E8
Director Geeta Vasant Patel, Paddy Considine (Viserys Targaryen), Wil Johnson (Vaemond Velaryon) and more dive into the motivation behind Vaemond challenging Luke’s claim to Driftmark, and Viserys’ attempt at bringing his family together in Episode 8.
6:08
Inside the Episode: S1 E9
Showrunners Ryan Condal and Miguel Sapochnik, director Clare Kilner, Tom Glynn-Carney (Aegon Targaryen) and more unpack the moment when Alicent finally sees her father for who he is, Aemond’s underlying resentment for Aegon, and Rhaenys' escape from King's Landing in Episode 9.
9:27
Inside the Episode: S1 E10
Showrunner Miguel Sapochnik, director Greg Yaitanes, Emma D’Arcy (Rhaenyra Targaryen), Eve Best (Rhaenys Targaryen), and more explore the emotional complexity Rhaenyra endures after hearing the Greens usurped the throne, Rhaenys’ change of heart, and the implications of Aemond and Luke’s encounter in Episode 10.

The House That Dragons Built Trailer

1:20

The House That Dragons Built Trailer

"The House That Dragons Built" is a 10-part docuseries diving into the making-of the first season of House of the Dragon. With over 100 interviews, the series provides four and a half hours of exclusive behind-the-scenes content, documenting the cast and crew’s 10-month-long production journey across four countries. Check out the full episodes on Max.

The Official Podcast

The Official Podcast

A podcast for both the mega fan and the casual watcher of Game of Thrones plus the newest addition, House of the Dragon.

The Heirs of the Dragon

1.The Heirs of the Dragon

Viserys hosts a tournament to celebrate the birth of his second child. Rhaenyra welcomes her uncle Daemon back to the Red Keep.

The Rogue Prince

2.The Rogue Prince

Rhaenyra oversteps at the Small Council. Viserys is urged to secure the succession through marriage. Daemon announces his intentions.

Second of His Name

3.Second of His Name

Daemon and the Sea Snake battle the Crabfeeder. The realm celebrates Aegon’s second nameday. Rhaenyra faces the prospect of marriage.

King of the Narrow Sea

4.King of the Narrow Sea

After Rhaenyra cuts short her tour of Westeros, Daemon introduces the princess to the Street of Silk after dark.

We Light the Way

5.We Light the Way

Daemon visits his wife in the Vale. Viserys and Rhaenyra broker agreements with the Velaryons. Alicent seeks the truth about the princess.

The Princess and the Queen

6.The Princess and the Queen

Ten years later. Rhaenyra navigates Alicent’s continued speculation about her children, while Daemon and Laena weigh an offer in Pentos.

Driftmark

7.Driftmark

As the families gather on Driftmark for a funeral, Viserys calls for an end to infighting and Alicent demands justice.

The Lord of the Tides

8.The Lord of the Tides

Six years later. With the Driftmark succession suddenly critical, Rhaenyra attempts to strike a bargain with Rhaenys.

The Green Council

9.The Green Council

While Alicent enlists Cole and Aemond to track down Aegon, Otto gathers the great houses of Westeros to affirm their allegiance.

The Black Queen

10.The Black Queen

While mourning a tragic loss, Rhaenyra tries to hold the realm together, and Daemon prepares for war.

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