The reign of House Targaryen begins with this prequel to popular HBO series "Game of Thrones." Based on George R.R. Martin's "Fire & Blood," "House of the Dragon" is set nearly 200 years before the events of "Game of Thrones," telling the story of the Targaryen civil war with King Viserys I Targaryen's children battling for control of the Iron Throne.
First episode date: 21 August 2022
Networks: HBO, Sky Deutschland
Based on: Fire & Blood; by George R. R. Martin
Cinematography: Fabian Wagner; Pepe Avila del Pino; Alejandro Martínez; Catherine Goldschmidt
Composer: Ramin Djawadi
Genre: Action; Adventure; Fantasy; Serial drama
While mourning a tragic loss, Rhaenyra tries to hold the realm together, and Daemon prepares for war.
Director Greg Yaitanes
Writers Ryan J. CondalGeorge R.R. MartinCharmaine De Grate
Stars Matt SmithEmma D'ArcyRhys Ifans
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