June 14th 2024.
In an exciting announcement, HBO has officially given the green light for a third season of the popular series House of the Dragon. This show, which originated as a spin-off of the beloved fantasy drama "Game of Thrones", has quickly captivated audiences with its gripping storyline and breathtaking visuals. The news of its renewal, just days before the highly anticipated second season premieres on June 17, has left fans buzzing with anticipation.
Francesca Orsi, Executive Vice President of HBO Programming and Head of HBO Drama Series and Films, expressed her admiration for the show's dedicated team in a statement. She praised their hard work and the immense scale of season two, which is said to be even more impressive than the first. Orsi also shared her excitement for the continuation of the House Targaryen's story, promising that the team will once again shine in season three.
Based on George R. R. Martin's book "Fire & Blood", House of the Dragon first debuted on HBO in August 2022. Set 200 years before the events of "Game of Thrones", the series delves into the intricate power struggles within the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros. As the release states, it's a world filled with dragons and dynasties, where ambition, loyalty, and betrayal collide in a thrilling saga.
Martin co-created the show with Ryan Condal, who also serves as the showrunner. Together, they have assembled an impressive lineup of executive producers, including Sara Hess, Alan Taylor, Melissa Bernstein, Kevin de la Noy, Loni Peristere, and Vince Gerardis. With such a talented team behind the scenes, it's no wonder that the show has been a hit with audiences and critics alike.
The second season of House of the Dragon boasts an all-star cast, with Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D'Arcy, Eve Best, Steve Toussaint, Fabien Frankel, Ewan Mitchell, Tom Glynn-Carney, Sonoya Mizuno, and Rhys Ifans reprising their roles. Additionally, we can expect to see familiar faces like Harry Collett, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Phia Saban, Jefferson Hall, and Matthew Needham returning for more action-packed episodes.
Excitingly, there are also some new faces joining the cast for season two. Abubakar Salim, Gayle Rankin, Freddie Fox, Simon Russell Beale, Clinton Liberty, Jamie Kenna, Kieran Bew, Tom Bennett, Tom Taylor, and Vincent Regan are all set to bring their talents to the show. With such a talented and diverse ensemble, it's clear that House of the Dragon will continue to enthrall audiences with its epic storytelling and impressive production.
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