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Given the anticipation for the Dance of the Dragons reaching a fever pitch after the end of the first season, House of the Dragon season 2 is finally on its way, marking an explosive return. The series was renewed in less than a week, on August 26, 2022, and was fast-tracked due to the amount of positive reception it gained by shattering HBO’s record for the biggest premiere.
Although there is a wave of excitement for the fantasy epic’s return, amidst the hiatus, the show also went through some unanticipated changes. Miguel Sapochnik, who served as the director and co-showrunner for the first season, has stepped down but will remain in the House of the Dragon family as one of the executive producers.
Much to fans’ surprise, Alan Taylor, who helmed the Game of Thrones episodes, will take on the mantle as the director for the sequel. Follow along with the article to learn more about House of the Dragon season 2.
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House of the Dragon season 2 will be released on June 16, 2024
As confirmed, House of the Dragon season 2 will be released on June 16, 2024. Unlike the previous season, the sequel will run for eight episodes from June 16 to August 4, 2024, each having an expected run time of 54-68 minutes, similar to season 1. The second season began filming at Warner Bros. Studio in Leavesden, Watford, England, on April 11, 2023.
Later, the filming was moved to Cáceres, Spain on May 18, 2023. The Leavesden’s OSVP stage, which was used mostly for the first season, was shut down and was later converted into a soundstage. House of the Dragon faced no production delays, unlike most of the series and shows that went on hiatus indefinitely due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike.
The show remained unaffected by the ongoing strikes due to its large ensemble of British cast working under local rules governed by the sister union Equity, formerly known as the British Actors’ Equity Association. On September 29, 2023, the filming for the sequel was finally wrapped up, bringing joy to fans who awaited the news since the series went under production.
Cast and characters
All the cast members from the first season’s second half will be returning to reprise their respective roles in House of the Dragon season 2. Sara Hess, the writer and one of the executive producers of the series, revealed that the sequel will include a revenge plot against Queen Alicient.
Given that it is apparent that it will see the beginning of Dance of the Dragons, a major event that will include many characters from the novel who will play a pivotal role in the progressing storyline. Below is the complete list of all major and new cast in the series and their characters:
- Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen
- Emma D'Arcy as Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen
- Olivia Cooke as Dowager Queen Alicent Hightower
- Ewan Mitchell as Prince Aemond Targaryen
- Tom Glynn-Carney as King Aegon II Targaryen
- Rhys Ifans as Ser Otto Hightower
- Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon
- Eve Best as Princess Rhaenys Targaryen
- Sonoya Mizuno as Mysaria
- Fabien Frankel as Ser Criston Cole
- Graham McTavish as Ser Harrold Westerling
- Matthew Needham as Lord Larys Strong
- Jefferson Hall as identical twins
- Harry Collett as Prince Jacaerys "Jace" Velaryon
- Phia Saban as Queen Helaena Targaryen
- Bethany Antonia as Lady Baela Targaryen
- Phoebe Campbell as Lady Rhaena Targaryen
New cast and their characters:
- Amanda Collin as Jeyne Arryn
- Abubakar Salim as Alyn of Hull
- Clinton Liberty as Addam of Hull
- Kieran Bew as Hugh Hammer
- Gayle Rankin as Alys Rivers
- Freddie Fox as Gwayne Hightower
- Robert Rhodes as Silver Denys
- Sam C. Wilson as Blood
- Mark Stobbart as Cheese
- Simon Russell Beale as Simon Strong
- Tom Taylor as Cregan Stark
- Tom Bennett as Ulf the White
- Steven Pacey as Gunthor Darklyn
- Vincent Regan as Ser Rickard Thorne
- Oscar Eskinazi as Joffrey Velaryon
- Archie Barnes as Oscar Tully
Where to watch House of the Dragon season 2
House of the Dragon season 2 will be available to stream on Max and HBO. The series can also be watched on Apple TV+, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video. However, some streaming platforms have geographical restrictions for some countries, excluding the U.S. and the U.K. Fans can expect the exact streaming details to be revealed a few days ahead of the sequel’s global premiere.
Plot summary
House of the Dragon holds a 93% approval rating with an average rating of 7.85 on Rotten Tomatoes. Here’s how the website describes the series:
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.
Stay tuned for more news and updates on House of the Dragon season 2 as 2024 progresses.
