Game of Thrones is back on screen, and the anticipation is tangible across North America. On August 21, the premiere of House of the Dragon, the prequel charting the rise of the Targaryen dynasty, finally streamed to audiences. After a three-year wait, fans in Canada and the United States flooded social media with reactions, turning the premiere into a global talking point. The moment sparked a flood of tweets and threads, with viewers weighing in on the return to Westeros and the new tales unfolding in the world first introduced by the infamous saga.
A sampling of English-language responses from Twitter captured the mood: the sense of long-awaited progress, a renewed excitement as the familiar theme rose again, references to beloved characters, and a shared enthusiasm for the drama that unpacks power, loyalty, and family in a realm reborn on screen.
We’ve come a long way, a common refrain, reflecting both the journey of the series and the fans who have waited for this chapter to unfold.
When after so much time the theme from the Game of Thrones started playing, there was a palpable surge of nostalgia, signaling the convergence of old loyalties with new plots and a refreshed narrative energy on television screens.
Damon, when the Little Council speaks of him, became a talking point for fans who relish the political intrigues and the sharp wit that marks much of the series’ dialogue.
Me when I hear the Game of Thrones theme in House of the Dragon—this sentiment captured the universal thrill of hearing a familiar musical motif mingle with fresh storytelling in a new chapter.
SHE SAID IT—fans echoed this moment, amplifying the shared thrill of a beloved world returning to life with new actors, new conflicts, and old loyalties tested in bold ways.
Oh yes… THEY HAVE ME TASTY AGAIN. I participate—this playful line highlights the fan engagement, fun responses, and the sense of community that grows around a show with a deep, devoted following.
Watch House of the Dragon and Hear the Name of the Starks—these calls to action and cultural allusions underscore how the series ties into broader fan conversations about lineage, heroism, and the ever-present tension between houses and their claims to power.
Two days before the premiere, early scores appeared on Metacritic, and the series carried a 69-point rating. In Canada and the United States, early critics and audience members alike began weighing the balance between anticipation and delivery as the episodes released weekly. Ten installments are planned in total, with the finale scheduled for October 24, marking a measured cadence that invites sustained viewership and ongoing discussion among fans, critics, and casual viewers alike. In parallel, there were quirky updates to streaming banners and regional promotions, with banners briefly noting a playful visual shift to Spider-Man imagery in certain regions, a reminder of how global platforms remix branding to engage diverse audiences.
Source: VG Times