HBP’s House of the Dragon Season 2 is arriving soon. In the realm of epic fantasy television series, House of the Dragon has won many hearts and received approving reviews from the audience. The positive reactions from the viewers have encouraged the producers to renew House of the Dragon for a second season. Releasing the jaw-dropping first season on August 21, 2022, the show reached a new height, earning nine Primetime Emmy Award nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series. It also won three British Academy Television Craft Awards.
House of the Dragon Season 2: Release Date
House of the Dragon season 2 will debut on HBO and Max on June 16, 2024. According to Deadline, the upcoming installment consists of eight episodes, two episodes shorter than the usual 10-episode run. However, this episode count trim is story-driven. This decision has been made to move some significant plot points to seasons 3 and 4, as reports indicate that the creative team behind House of the Dragon envisioned the series lasting for three to four seasons.
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What Is The Show House of the Dragon About?
House of the Dragon is based on George R.R. Martin’s book Fire and Blood, part of the famous “Games of Thrones” series. The show covers the story of a Targaryen family in the fictional land of Westeros. The show is set 200 years before the events in “Game of Thrones” and about 100 years after the Targaryens took control of the seven kingdoms. The show covers the history and drama of an influential and often controversial family history.
What Will House of the Dragon Season 2 Be About?
As in the previous season of the show, the tragic death of Prince Lucerys Targaryen happens, which was visible in the last episode. Rhaenyra, one of the main characters, has the desire for war in her eyes, although she is unsure about taking revenge because she feels responsible for Argon’s dreams. However, the tragic deaths of her two children make her want to take revenge. This sets the tone for season 2, where a big battle, conflict, drama, and more will occur.
The Cast of House of the Dragon Season 2!
The confirmed cast of House of the Dragon Season 2 includes many of the key figures from the season, including:
- Emma D’Arcy as Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen
- Phoebe Campbell as Rhaena Targaryen
- Phia Saban as Queen Helaena Targaryen
- Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen
- Ewan Mitchell as Aemond Targaryen
- Eve Best as Rhaenys Targaryen
- Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower
- Sonoya Mizuno as Mysaria
- Jefferson Hall as Tyland Lannister
- Harry Collett as Jacaerys Velaryon
- Tom Glynn-Carney as Aegon II Targaryen
- Olivia Cooke as Queen Alicent Hightower
- Fabien Frankel as Ser Criston Cole
- Steve Toussaint as Corlys Velaryon
- Graham McTavish as Ser Harrold Westerling
- Bethany Antonia as Baela Targaryen
- Matthew Needham as Larys Strong
- Tom Bennett as Ulf
- Vincent Regan as Ser Rickard Thorne
- Kieran Bew as Hugh
- Tom Taylor as Lord Cregan Stark
- Clinton Liberty as Addam of Hull
- Jamie Kenna as Ser Alfred Broome
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New Cast Members
Some new characters will join this advancing season, enhancing the storyline with fresh stances and depth. Here is a list of those who will appear for the first time!
- Abubakar Salim as Alyn of Hull
- Gayle Rankin as Alys Rivers (the witch queen of Harrenhal)
- Freddie Fox as Ser Gwayne Hightower (Otto Hightower’s son)
- Simon Russell Beale as Ser Simon Strong (great uncle to Matthew Needham’s Lord Larys Strong)
Trailer for the Upcoming Installment
HBO has launched the show’s teaser to give a sneak peek at what to expect in season 2. This teaser depicts intense battles between the dragons in the fictional land of Westeros.
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