House of the Dragon
The Targaryen dynasty is at the absolute apex of its power, with more than 15 dragons under their yoke. Most empires crumble from such heights. In the case of the Targaryens, their slow fall begins when King Viserys breaks with a century of tradition by naming his daughter Rhaenyra heir to the Iron Throne. But when Viserys later fathers a son, the court is shocked when Rhaenyra retains her status as his heir, and seeds of division sow friction across the realm.
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Action & Adventure
Episodes (53)
The House That Dragons Built S1 E1
A behind-the-scenes look at the logistics, set design, and special effects used in the series premiere of House of the Dragon.
The House That Dragons Built S1 E2
A behind-the-scenes look at the crafting of S1 E2 of the HBO original series House of the Dragon.
The House That Dragons Built S1 E3
A behind-the-scenes look at the crafting of S1 E3 of the HBO original series House of the Dragon.
The House That Dragons Built S1 E4
A behind-the-scenes look at the crafting of S1 E4 of the HBO original series House of the Dragon.
The House That Dragons Built S1 E5
A behind-the-scenes look at the crafting of S1 E5 of the HBO original series House of the Dragon.
The House That Dragons Built S1 E6
A behind-the-scenes look at the crafting of S1 E6 of the HBO original series House of the Dragon.
The House That Dragons Built S1 E7
A behind-the-scenes look at the crafting of S1 E7 of the HBO original series House of the Dragon.
The House That Dragons Built S1 E8
A behind-the-scenes look at the crafting of S1 E8 of the HBO original series House of the Dragon.
The House That Dragons Built S1 E9
A behind-the-scenes look at the crafting of S1 E9 of the HBO original series House of the Dragon.
The House That Dragons Built S1 E10
A behind-the-scenes look at the crafting of S1 E10 of the HBO original series House of the Dragon.
Inside S1 E1
Ryan Condal, Miguel Sapochnik, and more discuss why they opened the episode with the Great Council, the juxtaposition between the tournament and Queen Aemma's birthing sequence, and the motivation behind Viserys choosing Rhaenyra as heir.
Inside S1 E2
Milly Alcock (Rhaenyra Targaryen), Emily Carey (Alicent Hightower), Ryan Condal, Miguel Sapochnik and more discuss the selection of the Kingsguard, the face-off at Dragonstone, and the pressure Viserys faces to choose a new wife in "The Rogue Prince."
Inside S1 E3
Ryan Condal, Miguel Sapochnik, Matt Smith (Daemon Targaryen), and more speak to the timejump in the third episode, Viserys and Rhaenyra's mental states during the hunt, and Daemon's fight at the Stepstones.
Inside S1 E4
Ryan Condal, director Clare Kilner, Emily Carey (Alicent Hightower) and more hone in on the motivation behind Daemon's advances towards Rhaenyra, approaching intimate scenes, and the fractures in Rhaenyra and Alicent's friendship.
Inside S1 E5
Ryan Condal, director Clare Kilner, Rhys Ifans (Otto Hightower), Emily Carey (Alicent Hightower) and more dive into Rhaenyra and Laenor's marriage arrangement, and where Alicent's allegiances lie.
Inside S1 E6
Cast and crew, including Emma D'Arcy (Rhaenyra) and Matt Smith (Daemon), examine how Rhaenyra's lies are starting to catch up with her, and the slow unraveling of Daemon's marriage while living in Pentos.
Inside S1 E7
Leo Ashton (Aemond Targaryen), Emma D'Arcy (Rhaenyra Targaryen), John MacMillian (Laenor Velaryon) and more speak to the fallout that occurs after Aemond loses his eye during a fight, and how Laena's death causes Laenor to reflect on his own life.
Inside S1 E8
Director Geeta Vasant Patel, Paddy Considine (Viserys Targaryen), Wil Johnson (Vaemond Velaryon) and more dive into the motivation behind Vaemond challenging Luke's claim to Driftmark, and Viserys' attempt at bringing his family together.
Inside S1 E9
Showrunners Ryan Condal and Miguel Sapochnik, director Clare Kilner, Tom Glynn-Carney (Aegon Targaryen) and more unpack the moment when Alicent finally sees her father for who he is, Aemond's underlying resentment for Aegon, and Rhaenys' escape from King's Landing.
Inside S1 E10
Showrunner Miguel Sapochnik, director Greg Yaitanes, Emma D'Arcy (Rhaenyra Targaryen), Eve Best (Rhaenys Targaryen), and more explore the emotional complexity Rhaenyra endures after hearing the Greens usurped the throne, Rhaenys' change of heart, and the implications of Aemond and Luke's encounter.
Welcome To Westeros
Featurette from House of the Dragon season 1.
A New Reign
George R. R. Martin, Ryan Condal and Miguel Sapochnik offer a look at what's to come in Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon.
Returning to Westeros
The cast and crew share the thrills and challenges of entering the world Game of Thrones, and approaching it when the Targaryens at the height of their power.
Before the Dance: An Illustrated History with George R. R. Martin
Creator and executive producer George R. R. Martin sets up the Game of Thrones prequel, sharing key details on major Houses and relationships featured in the series, alongside illustrations from Fire & Blood artist Doug Wheatley.
Height of an Empire
Paddy Considine, Matt Smith, and more cast and crew discuss how House of the Dragon takes place during the height of the Targaryen reign over Westeros, and how that influenced the story and design of the series.
Noble Houses
Rhys Ifans, Steve Toussaint, and more cast and crew break down the historical significance and role of the two prominent houses in the series: the Velaryons and the Hightowers.
Familiar Places
The cast and crew describe the various changes made to recognizable sets like the Red Keep and the Throne to reflect the decadence of the time period and how they evolved over time.
Return to the Seven Kingdoms
Introducing the Characters: Rhaenyra & Alicent
Introducing the Characters: Corlys Velaryon
Introducing the Characters: Rhaenys Targaryen
Introducing the Characters: Rhaenyra Targaryen
Introducing the Characters: Viserys Targaryen
Introducing the Characters: Daemon Targaryen
Introducing the Characters: Otto Hightower
Introducing the Characters: Mysaria
Introducing the Characters: Criston Cole
The House That Dragons Built S2 E1
Showrunner Ryan Condal, Director Alan Taylor, Production Designer Jim Clay, and more reflect on the making of the making of season 2 episode 1, "A Son for a Son".
The House That Dragons Built S2 E2
Showrunner Ryan Condal, director Clare Kilner, actress Olivia Cooke (Queen Alicent Hightower), and more take us behind the scenes of the chaotic opening of episode 2, and the funeral scene where Queen Alicent Hightower and Queen Helaena Targaryen's (Phia Saban) emotions are on full display.
The House That Dragons Built S2 E3
Director Geeta Vasant Patel, production designer Jim Clay, actor Matt Smith (Daemon Targaryen), and more reflect on the scale of the Harrenhal castle set, the introduction and design of Baela’s (Bethany Antonia) dragon, Moondancer, and the creation of Aegon's (Tom Glynn-Carney) ancient Valyrian armor.
The House That Dragons Built S2 E4
Showrunner Ryan Condal, director Alan Taylor, and actress Eve Best (Rhaenys Targaryen) reflect on the massive scale of the Battle at Rook's Rest and the devastating consequences of dragons joining the battle.
The House That Dragons Built S2 E5
Director Clare Kilner, director of photography Alejandro Martínez, actor Steve Toussaint (Lord Corlys), and more discuss the aftermath of the battle at Rook's Rest and the immersive filming locations of episode 5.
The House That Dragons Built S2 E6
Showrunner Ryan Condal, stunt coordinator Rowley Irlam, special effects supervisor Michael Dawson, and more discuss the complex stunt work and innovative pyrotechnics used to create Ser Steffon's encounter with Seasmoke.
The House That Dragons Built S2 E7
Director Loni Peristere, production designer Jim Clay, VFX producer Thomas Horton, and more reflect on the creation of the Godswoods at Harrenhal, the intense stunt work behind Vermithor's attack, and the cutting-edge visual effects behind riding dragons.
The House That Dragons Built S2 E8
Showrunner Ryan Condal, director Geeta Vasant Patel, and more dissect the revelations of Daemon's (Matt Smith) final vision at Harrenhal, the visual effects used to grow Rhaenyra's (Emma D'Arcy) army, and the innovative special effects used to create the impactful montage at the end of season 2.
Inside S2 E1
Showrunner Ryan Condal, director Alan Taylor, and the cast discuss where the story picks up in the new season, finding Rhaenyra deep in grief, Aegon facing his first challenges as king, and Alicent seeking comfort in an unexpected companion.
Inside S2 E2
Showrunner Ryan Condal, writer Sarah Hess, and more discuss Aegon's (Tom Glynn-Carney) lost sense of stability, Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) embracing her rage, and the plot set in motion by Ser Criston (Fabien Frankel), culminating in the epic showdown between Ser Erryk and Ser Arryk.
Inside S2 E3
Showrunner Ryan Condal, director Geeta Vasant Patel, and more dissect Ser Criston's (Fabien Frankel) anxiety-inducing first day as Hand of the King, Daemon’s (Matt Smith) supernatural hallucinations about his past, Rhaena's (Phone Campbell) resentment towards not having an important role in the war, and the long awaited face-to-face conversation between Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) and Alicent (Olivia Cooke).
Inside S2 E4
Showrunner Ryan Condal, director Alan Taylor, actor Ewan Mitchell (Aemond Targaryen), and more discuss the escalating tensions between characters that comes to a head during the epic Battle at Rook's Rest.
Inside S2 E5
Showrunner Ryan Condal, director Clare Kilner, and more reflect on the aftermath of the Battle at Rook's Rest and the shifting power dynamics on both sides of the war.
Inside S2 E6
Showrunner Ryan Condal, director Andrij Parekh, and more reflect on Aemond's (Ewan Mitchell) newfound power, the rising tensions amongst the people of King's Landing, and the changing dynamics between Mysaria (Sonoya Mizuno) and Rhaenyra (Emma D’Arcy).
Inside S2 E7
Showrunner Ryan Condal, actor Emma D'Arcy (Rhaenyra), actor Clinton Liberty (Addam), and more discuss Rhaenyra and Syrax's standoff with Addam and Seasmoke, and Aemond's (Ewan Mitchell) shock when he discovers Rhaenyra's army of dragons.
Inside S2 E8
Showrunner Ryan Condal, writer Sara Hess, director Geeta Vasant Patel, and more reflect on Aemond's (Ewan Mitchell) fear of losing power as his secret comes to light, Daemon's (Matt Smith) evolution after his time at Harrenhal, and the difficult decisions made by Alicent (Olivia Cooke) and Aegon (Tom Glynn-Carney) that set the tone for Season 3.
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