After the immense success of Game of Thrones on HBO Max, the creator kept exploring the universe he built. George R.R. Martin. It took three years, which led to the final season featuring Daenerys, Jon Snow, and the Stark sisters, and now the prequel is ready to premiere on August 21, with a June 22 release in Spain. Dragon House.
Based on the book Fire and Blood, the new series does not feature the same characters from Game of Thrones since it is set roughly 200 years earlier. Instead, the epic saga centers on a legendary dynasty: the Targaryens, famed Valyrians with the emblem of the three-headed dragon. In Dragon House, viewers will meet the ancestors of Daenerys as she appears at the end of Game of Thrones, a reveal that surprised many fans. If names start to blur, a family tree becomes essential to keep track of the lineage.
heroes
Leading the cast, Paddy Considine portrays King Viserys I Targaryen, who steps into the role after the rule of Jaehaerys. His demeanor is kind and approachable, yet the pressures of ruling demand a steadiness that can clash with gentleness. The banner of kingship sometimes tests even the best men.
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Matt Smith plays Prince Daemon Targaryen, Viserys’s younger brother and the heir to the throne. A fearless warrior and dragon rider, Daemon carries true dragonblood, setting him apart from his elder brother.
Olivia Cooke portrays Alicent Hightower, daughter of Otto Hightower, the Hand of the King, celebrated for beauty and political acumen. Raised in the Red Keep, she moves through the inner circle with a sharp mind for court politics. The role features Emily Carey as a younger version.
Emma D’Arcy stars as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen, the king’s eldest daughter, a dragon rider with pure Valyrian blood. Seen as a true Targaryen by most, her status is complicated by her gender and the expectations of the realm.
sea snake
Steve Toussaint, known for roles like Prince of Persia, portrays Lord Corlys Velaryon, famed as the Sea Snake. He descends from a Valyrian line as old as House Targaryen, and his house commands Westeros’s most formidable fleet.
Eve Best, from Winx legend, plays Princess Rhaenys Velaryon, a dragonrider and wife to Lord Corlys Velaryon. Her challenge comes from a Great Council that once favored a male heir.
Fabien Frankel embodies Christopher Cole, a Dornish-born squire with no land but a name built on honor and skill with a sword.
Sonoya Mizuno, known for Devs and Ex Machina, is Mysaria, a figure who arrives in Westeros at rock-bottom and ends up earning Daemon Targaryen’s trust as his most trusted ally.
Rhys Ifans portrays Otto Hightower, Hand of the King. He views the potential threat as the king’s brother, Daemon, and believes vigilance is essential to protect the crown.
additional casting
Bethany Antonia plays Baela Targaryen, the eldest daughter of Laena Velaryon and a rider of the young dragon Moondancer.
Phoebe Campbell brings Rhaena Targaryen to life, Laena’s second daughter and Baela’s sister.
Harry Collett steps into Jacaerys Velaryon, the eldest son of Rhaenyra Targaryen.
Ryan Corr appears as Ser Harwin Strong, known as Broken Bones, a formidable fighter and the eldest son of Lyonel Strong, heir to Harrenhal.
Tom Glynn-Carney portrays Aegon Targaryen, the first son of King Viserys.
Lannister twins
Jefferson Hall plays Tyland Lannister, a calculating politician and twin to Lord Jason Lannister, both members of the Lannister faction at Casterly Rock.
David Horovitch voices Grand Master Mellos, a voice of reason and trusted counselor to King Viserys.
Will Johnson portrays Vaemond Velaryon, Coryls Velaryon’s younger brother and a fleet commander.
John Macmillan features Lainor Velaryon, son of Corlys Velaryon and Rhaenys Targaryen.
Graham McTavish takes on Harrold Westerling, a seasoned Kingsguard knight from olden times demonstrating true chivalry.
Evan Mitchell appears as Aemond Targaryen, Viserys’s second son and nephew to Daemon.
Theo Nate plays Leanor Velaryon, the son of Corlys Velaryon and Rhaenys Targaryen.
Matthew Needham depicts Larys Strong, the youngest son of Lyonel Strong who carries a sharp mind and a watchful eye in court.
Bill Paterson steps in as Lord Lyman Beesbury, lord of Honeyholt and the coin master in King Viserys’s council.
Phia Saban embodies Helena Targaryen, Viserys’s second daughter, sister to Aegon and Aemond, and half-sister to Rhaenyra.
Gavin Spence plays Lord Lyonel Strong, a learned law keeper and steward to King Viserys.
Savannah Steyn portrays Lady Laena Velaryon, daughter of Corlys Velaryon and Rhaenys Targaryen.