Game of thrones news prequel
Exciting news for Game of Thrones fans! Here are the latest updates on the prequel series:
Title: House of the Dragon
Release Date: August 21, 2022, on HBO
Synopsis: The prequel is set 300 years before the events of Game of Thrones and explores the history of House Targaryen. The show is based on George R.R. Martin's book "Fire & Blood" and will follow the story of King Viserys I Targaryen and his children, including the infamous Prince Daemon Targaryen.
Cast:
- Paddy Considine as King Viserys I Targaryen
- Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen
- Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower
- Emma D'Arcy as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen
- Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon
- Eve Best as Princess Rhaenys Targaryen
- Sonoya Mizuno as Mysaria
Showrunners: Ryan Condal and George R.R. Martin
Episode Count: 10 episodes in the first season
Production: Filming began in April 2021 and wrapped up in October 2021.
Trailer: The first trailer was released on March 29, 2022, and can be viewed on HBO's YouTube channel.
Other Prequels:
- Bloodmoon, a prequel series set 1,000 years before the events of Game of Thrones, was cancelled in August 2020.
- The Long Night, a prequel series set during the Long Night, was also cancelled in August 2020.
Stay tuned for more updates on House of the Dragon and other Game of Thrones-related projects!