What is House of the Dragon (TV) About?
House of the Dragon, a prequel to the popular Game of Thrones series, takes viewers back in time to the realm of the Targaryen dynasty. Created by George R. R. Martin and Ryan Condal for HBO, the American fantasy drama series is the second installment in the A Song of Ice and Fire franchise. Drawing from Martin's 2018 book Fire & Blood, the show is set approximately 100 years after the Targaryen Conquest, providing a glimpse into the events that sparked the decline of House Targaryen. This pivotal period is marked by the devastating 'Dance of the Dragons,' a war of succession that shapes the fate of the Targaryen legacy. House of the Dragon boasts an ensemble cast and offers a compelling narrative set 172 years before the birth of Daenerys Targaryen. The series received a straight-to-series order in 2019, with principal photography commencing in the United Kingdom in 2021. The show premiered on August 21, 2022, captivating audiences with its immersive storytelling and rich historical backdrop.
The first episode of House of the Dragon aired on August 21, 2022 and the most recent episode to air was on October 23, 2022.
