House of the Dragon (TV Series 2022) Release Date, Cast, Trailer and All Details
House of the Dragon is an upcoming HBO fantasy drama series created by George R. R. Martin and Ryan J. Condal. It is a precursor to the 2011–2019 television series Game of Thrones, and it is based on Martin’s 2018 novel Fire & Blood. The series takes place two hundred years before the events of Game of Thrones and chronicles the beginning of House Targaryen’s demise, the events leading up to the Targaryen civil war, known as the “Dance of the Dragons,” and the war itself. House of the Dragon was ordered straight to series in October 2019, with casting to begin in July 2020 and main photography to begin in April 2021 in the United Kingdom. The first season of the series, which will consist of ten episodes, is set to launch in 2022.
House of the Dragon (TV Series 2022) Synopsis
The story of the Targaryen civil war occurred around 300 years before the events depicted in “Game of Thrones.”
House of the Dragon (TV Series 2022) Series Details
| Genre | · Fantasy
· Serial drama, Action, Adventure, Romance |
| Created by | · Ryan J. Condal
· George R. R. Martin |
| Based on | Fire & Blood by George R. R. Martin |
| Starring | · Paddy Considine
· Emma D’Arcy · Olivia Cooke · Matt Smith · Rhys Ifans · Steve Toussaint · Eve Best · Sonoya Mizuno · Fabien Frankel |
| Composer | Ramin Djawadi |
| Country of origin
Filming Locations |
United States
Croatia |
| Original language | English |
| Production | |
| Executive producers | · Ryan J. Condal
· George R. R. Martin · Miguel Sapochnik · Vince Gerardis · Sara Lee Hess · Ron Schmidt |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Television |
| Release | |
| Original network | HBO |
| Chronology | |
| Related shows | Game of Thrones |
House of the Dragon (TV Series 2022) Cast
- Paddy Considine as King Viserys I Targaryen
- Emma D’Arcy as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen
- Milly Alcock portrays young Rhaenyra Targaryen.
- Olivia Cooke as Lady Alicent Hightower
- Emily Carey portrays young Alicent Hightower.
- Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen
- Rhys Ifans as Ser Otto Hightower
- Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon
- Eve Best as Princess Rhaenys Velaryon
- Sonoya Mizunoas as Mysaria
- Fabien Frankel as Ser Criston Cole
- Graham McTavish as Ser Harrold Westerling
- Ryan Corr as Ser Harwin Strong
- Jefferson Hall as Lord Jason Lannister/Ser Tyland Lannister
- David Horovitch as Grand Maester Mellos
- Matthew Needham as Larys Strong
- Bill Paterson as Lord Lyman Beesbury
- Gavin Spokes as Lord Lyonel Strong
- Wil Johnson as Ser Vaemond Velaryon:
- John Macmillan as Ser Laenor Velaryon
- Theo Nate portrays young Laenor Velaryon
- Savannah Steyn as Lady Laena Velaryon
Filming
The ten-episode first season of the series began principal photography in April 2021. The majority of the series is shot in the United Kingdom. Filming took place in Cornwall, England, during the last week of April 2021. Parts of the first season will also be shot in Spain and California, according to Production List. House of the Dragon was the first film to be shot at Warner Bros.’ new virtual production stage at Leavesden Studio. Production was halted for two days on July 18, 2021, due to a positive COVID-19 case.
According to the Spanish daily Hoy, House of the Dragon will be shot in the western Spanish province of Cáceres between October 11 and 21, 2021. The series was shot at Monsanto Castle in Portugal from October 26 to October 31.
House of the Dragon (TV Series 2022– ) Release
House of the Dragon is set to premiere in 2022. Sky’s SoHo TV station and the Neon streaming service will distribute the series in New Zealand. A teaser trailer was published on October 5, 2021.
Release Dates
| Argentina | 21 August 2022 | (internet) |
| USA | 21 August 2022 | |
| Belgium | 22 August 2022 | (internet) |
| Spain | 22 August 2022 | (internet) |
| UK | 22 August 2022 | |
| India | 22 August 2022 | (internet) |
| Italy | 22 August 2022 | (internet) |
| Netherlands | 22 August 2022 | (internet) |
| Philippines | 22 August 2022 | (internet) |
| Sweden | 22 August 2022 | (internet) |
Also Known As (AKA)
| (original title) | House of the Dragon |
| Argentina | House of the Dragon |
| Australia | House of the Dragon |
| Bulgaria (Bulgarian title) | Домът на дракона |
| Canada (English title) | House of the Dragon |
| Germany | House of the Dragon |
| Hungary | Sárkányok háza |
| India (English title) | House of the Dragon |
| Italy | House of the Dragon |
| Poland (working title) | Dom smoka |
| Poland | Ród smoka |
| Russia | Дом дракона |
| Serbia | Кућа змаја |
| Slovakia | Rod draka |
| Spain | La casa del dragón |
| UK | House of the Dragon |
| USA | House of the Dragon |
Let’s answer Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About House of the Dragon!
Frequently Asked Questions about House of the Dragon
Is House of Dragon sequel or prequel?
Despite being marketed as “Game of Thrones'” replacement series, “House of the Dragon” is actually a prequel.
What will House of the Dragon be about?
The prequel series focuses on the Dance of the Dragons, a disastrous civil war between the Targaryen family 200 years before “Game of Thrones.”
Where can I watch House of the Dragon?
HBO Max
What story is House of the Dragon based on?
The series is based on George R.R. Martin’s first book, Fire & Blood, which delves into the extensive Targaryen history.
Is Jon Snow in House of Dragons?
Kit Harington, Emilia Clarke’s Game of Thrones co-star, has confirmed that he will reprise his role as Jon Snow in a new spin-off series. In addition to the House of the Dragon prequel, which is set to premiere in August, Clarke confirmed that Harington is working on a second series related to the original franchise.
How many dragons are there in House of the Dragon?
17 dragons
Is There a Release Date for House of the Dragon?
August 21, 2022
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