Ewan Mitchell plays Aemond Targaryen in HBO’s House of the Dragon, the Game of Thrones prequel.
With Season 2 of the spinoff dropping June 16, the cast has been promoting the premiere, and Mitchell revealed that he’s never seen the original series.
“I haven’t seen the original Game of Thrones,” Mitchell said in an interview with ComicBook after the publication asked him who he would want his character to interact with from GoT. “I have a confession to make. I’ve never seen it and I didn’t want to watch it going into this role.”
Mitchell continued, “I didn’t want it to inform my decisions in any way, shape, or form, you know, whether it be consciously or subconsciously. I wanted to bring something fresh. Aemond is one of a kind, you know.”
House of the Dragon creator George R.R. Martin teased in December 2023 that he was...
With Season 2 of the spinoff dropping June 16, the cast has been promoting the premiere, and Mitchell revealed that he’s never seen the original series.
“I haven’t seen the original Game of Thrones,” Mitchell said in an interview with ComicBook after the publication asked him who he would want his character to interact with from GoT. “I have a confession to make. I’ve never seen it and I didn’t want to watch it going into this role.”
Mitchell continued, “I didn’t want it to inform my decisions in any way, shape, or form, you know, whether it be consciously or subconsciously. I wanted to bring something fresh. Aemond is one of a kind, you know.”
House of the Dragon creator George R.R. Martin teased in December 2023 that he was...
- 6/9/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Season 2 of House of the Dragon promises to deliver even more intricate plots and intense drama, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. From power struggles to dragon battles, here’s what to expect as the saga continues. Daemon’s Next Move As Daemon Targaryen, Matt Smith continues to captivate audiences with his controlled charisma. Season 2 sees Daemon attempting to raise an army at Harrenhal castle, while suspicions rise about his true intentions. Smith notes, We definitely meet Daemon at a point of crisis in this situation, and in many ways, it’s a different version of him. It’s one...
- 6/8/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Olivia Cooke saw herself become a household name after her success with Steven Spielberg’s Ready Player One, and the adaptation of Ernest Cline’s groundbreaking love-letter to 80’s pop culture. Cooke currently stars in Season 2 of House of the Dragon, reprising her role as Alicent Hightower the wife of the late Viserys I Targaryen.
Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower on House of the Dragon | HBO
However, when Cooke was on the set of Ready Player One, the actress was still a relative newcomer in the industry, with the Spielberg-helmed project being her first big gig, the actress had the opportunity to meet a slew of celebrities who were close to Spielberg, given how well connected the director was thanks to his standing in the industry.
Olivia Cooke met Tom Cruise, and she reported that there was no chemistry between them
Tom Cruise as Captain Pete “Maverick” Mitchell in...
Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower on House of the Dragon | HBO
However, when Cooke was on the set of Ready Player One, the actress was still a relative newcomer in the industry, with the Spielberg-helmed project being her first big gig, the actress had the opportunity to meet a slew of celebrities who were close to Spielberg, given how well connected the director was thanks to his standing in the industry.
Olivia Cooke met Tom Cruise, and she reported that there was no chemistry between them
Tom Cruise as Captain Pete “Maverick” Mitchell in...
- 6/8/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
House Of The Dragon Season 2 Early Review (Photo Credit – Instagram)
The return to Westeros has never felt so good! Just a couple of weeks before we see the grand release of House Of The Dragon Season 2 on June 17. There is a lot of anticipation about the show. And before the much-awaited return, early reviews of the Game Of Thrones prequel tease an exciting and stimulating season.
House of the Dragon Season 2 has received early reviews, generating excitement and anticipation for its release. The new season delves deeper into the Targaryen dynasty’s power struggles and political intrigue, continuing the dramatic and intense storytelling established in the first season.
The character dynamics are more compelling than ever, with Matt Smith’s portrayal of Daemon Targaryen receiving particular praise for his enigmatic and unpredictable nature. The conflict between Daemon and Rhaenyra, played by Emma D’Arcy, is expected to be a highlight, showcasing...
The return to Westeros has never felt so good! Just a couple of weeks before we see the grand release of House Of The Dragon Season 2 on June 17. There is a lot of anticipation about the show. And before the much-awaited return, early reviews of the Game Of Thrones prequel tease an exciting and stimulating season.
House of the Dragon Season 2 has received early reviews, generating excitement and anticipation for its release. The new season delves deeper into the Targaryen dynasty’s power struggles and political intrigue, continuing the dramatic and intense storytelling established in the first season.
The character dynamics are more compelling than ever, with Matt Smith’s portrayal of Daemon Targaryen receiving particular praise for his enigmatic and unpredictable nature. The conflict between Daemon and Rhaenyra, played by Emma D’Arcy, is expected to be a highlight, showcasing...
- 6/8/2024
- by Aayushi Hemnani
- KoiMoi
Taking cinema screens by storm, the sci-fi action genre has become a staple cash cow for Hollywood. However, on the other end of the coin, filmmakers with a vision have managed to turn it from a cash cow into some of the most astounding pieces of art ever. The likes of Denis Villeneuve’s Blade Runner 2049, Christopher Nolan’s Tenet, and Steven Spielberg’s Ready Player One stand out as some of the most popular and acclaimed outings in recent times.
Tye Sheridan in a still from Ready Player One | Warner Bros. Pictures
The last of the 2018 flick by the Jurassic Park visionary brought to life a novel that captured the minds of many for its theme of virtual reality concurring with current times. Yet, disappointingly even six years after its release, chances of a sequel have only diminished. Interestingly, one of the cast members from the flick has...
Tye Sheridan in a still from Ready Player One | Warner Bros. Pictures
The last of the 2018 flick by the Jurassic Park visionary brought to life a novel that captured the minds of many for its theme of virtual reality concurring with current times. Yet, disappointingly even six years after its release, chances of a sequel have only diminished. Interestingly, one of the cast members from the flick has...
- 6/8/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Max has officially said sayonara to Tokyo Vice.
The crime drama, starring Ansel Elgort and Ken Watanabe, will not be back for a third season, TVLine has learned. The news came out during a panel at Saturday’s Produced By conference in Los Angeles.
More from TVLineGet 7-Day Max Free Trial - Binge Hacks, House of the Dragon Season 1 and MorePretty Little Liars: Summer School Reveals Another Riverdale Connection - And It Involves Kevin KellerAll American: Homecoming Cancelled at The CW, Will End With Upcoming Season 3
Tokyo Vice‘s Season 2 finale, which dropped on April 4, now serves as its series finale.
The crime drama, starring Ansel Elgort and Ken Watanabe, will not be back for a third season, TVLine has learned. The news came out during a panel at Saturday’s Produced By conference in Los Angeles.
More from TVLineGet 7-Day Max Free Trial - Binge Hacks, House of the Dragon Season 1 and MorePretty Little Liars: Summer School Reveals Another Riverdale Connection - And It Involves Kevin KellerAll American: Homecoming Cancelled at The CW, Will End With Upcoming Season 3
Tokyo Vice‘s Season 2 finale, which dropped on April 4, now serves as its series finale.
- 6/8/2024
- by Rebecca Iannucci
- TVLine.com
Despite the divisive eighth season, audiences still consider Game of Thrones one of the best TV shows ever. It marked a peak period of TV viewing where people waited with high anticipation for the next week to drop to watch what happens next. The series has won multiple Emmys, and it has spawned several spinoffs.
Game of Thrones remains one of the most celebrated TV shows ever | HBO
George R.R. Martin always wanted to adapt the books in his beloved series, A Song of Ice and Fire. However, the scale, complexity, and dark subject matter of the novels proved that it would be a herculean task to adapt to live-action, almost to the point of being unfilmable. Martin’s hopes would soon be made to come true.
George R.R Martin Was Not Satisfied With Initial Pitches for Game of Thrones
George R.R Martin did not feel feature films will...
Game of Thrones remains one of the most celebrated TV shows ever | HBO
George R.R. Martin always wanted to adapt the books in his beloved series, A Song of Ice and Fire. However, the scale, complexity, and dark subject matter of the novels proved that it would be a herculean task to adapt to live-action, almost to the point of being unfilmable. Martin’s hopes would soon be made to come true.
George R.R Martin Was Not Satisfied With Initial Pitches for Game of Thrones
George R.R Martin did not feel feature films will...
- 6/8/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
HBO Max has been dropping teasers for House of the Dragon in an effort to get fans excited about the next chapter in the Targaryen saga. There is a lot of hype surrounding the Game of Thrones prequel, and more information is starting to surface. As the release date rolls closer, we now know the runtimes of the first four episodes of Season 2.
Runtimes for Episodes 3 and 4 of House of the Dragon Season 2 revealed
Fans had a major complaint with the second season of House of the Dragon. The episode count this season is lesser than the previous one. They hoped that the makers didn’t do the same with the episode runtimes. The runtime for the first two episodes was revealed after the NYC premiere. Recently, an X fan account westerosies leaked the runtimes for episodes 3 and 4, which happen to be 65 and 54 mins respectively.
Runtimes for the first 4 episodes...
Runtimes for Episodes 3 and 4 of House of the Dragon Season 2 revealed
Fans had a major complaint with the second season of House of the Dragon. The episode count this season is lesser than the previous one. They hoped that the makers didn’t do the same with the episode runtimes. The runtime for the first two episodes was revealed after the NYC premiere. Recently, an X fan account westerosies leaked the runtimes for episodes 3 and 4, which happen to be 65 and 54 mins respectively.
Runtimes for the first 4 episodes...
- 6/8/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- Wiki of Thrones
The most recent volume in the Game of Thrones series, The Winds of Winter, was published in 2011, making it more than thirteen years old. Many of George R. R. Martin‘s fans are getting frustrated with him since it’s taking him too long to finish, despite his sporadic updates. However, recent speculation has given fans hope that the much-awaited novel will be announced right after House of the Dragon Season 2 ends.
The Winds of Winter might be released after House of the Dragon finale
Fans have waited for The Winds of Winter for way too long, and there’s a chance Martin might’ve planned something grand for his book release. According to a story posted on pop culture observer deuxmoi’s Instagram, they were informed of a book release party to be held in New Mexico at a prominent author’s house after the release of a long-awaited book.
The Winds of Winter might be released after House of the Dragon finale
Fans have waited for The Winds of Winter for way too long, and there’s a chance Martin might’ve planned something grand for his book release. According to a story posted on pop culture observer deuxmoi’s Instagram, they were informed of a book release party to be held in New Mexico at a prominent author’s house after the release of a long-awaited book.
- 6/8/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- Wiki of Thrones
Matt Smith, known for his portrayal of Daemon Targaryen and Doctor Who’s Eleventh Doctor was interviewed at the premiere for House of the Dragon’s second season. In the interview, he entertained a whimsical question: What if Doctor Who time-travelled into the realms of Westeros? As fans’ imaginations ignited, Smith gave us an insight into the blending of science fiction with fantasy. Let’s look further into the potential intersections of Daleks and White Walkers, TARDISes and dragons. Through his response, let’s figure out whether it is the Doctor who comes out on top or the Targaryens.
Read More: Matt Smith recalls sharing panel with a young Kit Harington from a “very small show called Game of Thrones”
Doctor Who time-travels to Westeros
"House of the Dragon" star Matt Smith famously played the time traveling Doctor Who in the series. See how the actor feels about the idea...
Read More: Matt Smith recalls sharing panel with a young Kit Harington from a “very small show called Game of Thrones”
Doctor Who time-travels to Westeros
"House of the Dragon" star Matt Smith famously played the time traveling Doctor Who in the series. See how the actor feels about the idea...
- 6/7/2024
- by Ojas Goel
- Wiki of Thrones
With the release of House of the Dragon Season 2 only a few days away, the anticipation is ramping up as fans are treated to interviews with the show’s cast. Following the New York and Paris premieres of the show, the cast and showrunner of the show appeared on the Black Girl Nerds Podcast. Actor Tom Glynn-Carney, who plays King Aegon II, was asked about his role in Season 2 and how it has evolved.
Read More: Tom Glynn-Carney (Aegon II) subtly teases a torture scene from House of the Dragon Season 2
Tom Glynn-Carney speaks about Aegon’s role as a father
You can watch the full video here:
With reviews of House of the Dragon Season 2 now being released, many people have been surprised that the members of Team Green have a far more intricate story than Season 1. Whereas Season 1 mainly dealt with the point of view of Rhaenyra and Team Black,...
Read More: Tom Glynn-Carney (Aegon II) subtly teases a torture scene from House of the Dragon Season 2
Tom Glynn-Carney speaks about Aegon’s role as a father
You can watch the full video here:
With reviews of House of the Dragon Season 2 now being released, many people have been surprised that the members of Team Green have a far more intricate story than Season 1. Whereas Season 1 mainly dealt with the point of view of Rhaenyra and Team Black,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Ved Prabhudesai
- Wiki of Thrones
With House of the Dragon Season 2 releasing in a week, fan anticipation and speculation are increasing tenfold. Based on the Targaryen Civil War from George R.R. Martin’s Fire and Blood, the next season will cover many gripping and shocking storylines. There is none more spine-chilling than the arc of Blood and Cheese, two assassins hired by Prince Daemon Targaryen. Now, new information about the duo’s role in Season 2 has come to light.
Read More: Details you might have missed in the new House of the Dragon Season 2 trailers
New leak reveals Blood and Cheese’s real target
Credits: Max
With House of the Dragon premiering in New York and Paris, many fans and reviewers have seen the first two episodes. Many things have come to light and been revealed to the general public. Though most people are tight-lipped about the details, some reviewers have let slip some details from the upcoming season.
Read More: Details you might have missed in the new House of the Dragon Season 2 trailers
New leak reveals Blood and Cheese’s real target
Credits: Max
With House of the Dragon premiering in New York and Paris, many fans and reviewers have seen the first two episodes. Many things have come to light and been revealed to the general public. Though most people are tight-lipped about the details, some reviewers have let slip some details from the upcoming season.
- 6/7/2024
- by Ved Prabhudesai
- Wiki of Thrones
It’s time for Vox Machina to assemble once more.
Prime Video announced on Friday that the adult animated fantasy-adventure series The Legend of Vox Machina, hailing from Critical Role and Titmouse, will return for Season 3 on Thursday, Oct. 3.
More from TVLineKristen Stewart Sets First TV Lead Role as Astronaut Sally Ride in Limited Series About Challenger DisasterThe Flash's Jessica Camacho Cast Opposite Jensen Ackles in Prime Video Thriller CountdownGet 7-Day Max Free Trial - Binge Hacks, House of the Dragon Season 1 and More
Featuring a new title sequence — which you can check out above — the 12-episode installment will...
Prime Video announced on Friday that the adult animated fantasy-adventure series The Legend of Vox Machina, hailing from Critical Role and Titmouse, will return for Season 3 on Thursday, Oct. 3.
More from TVLineKristen Stewart Sets First TV Lead Role as Astronaut Sally Ride in Limited Series About Challenger DisasterThe Flash's Jessica Camacho Cast Opposite Jensen Ackles in Prime Video Thriller CountdownGet 7-Day Max Free Trial - Binge Hacks, House of the Dragon Season 1 and More
Featuring a new title sequence — which you can check out above — the 12-episode installment will...
- 6/7/2024
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
It’s still early to say what the future will hold for yet another spinoff of Game of Thrones, but the universe’s actors appear to have already signed up for the project in their heads should they indeed be officially cast.
George R.R. Martin’s fantasy franchise has recently been keeping busy developing House of the Dragon and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, with the latter being in the early works right now, but the universe surely has bigger plans for its expansion. With more characters’ stories receiving vaster attention than expected, Game of Thrones’ franchise may soon introduce a spinoff of a spinoff.
As House of the Dragon is set to continue its extremely successful TV run for several years to come, one of its characters might be getting his own show, but in a very weird way.
Back in 2021, it was revealed that HBO writers had pitched another GoT spinoff,...
George R.R. Martin’s fantasy franchise has recently been keeping busy developing House of the Dragon and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, with the latter being in the early works right now, but the universe surely has bigger plans for its expansion. With more characters’ stories receiving vaster attention than expected, Game of Thrones’ franchise may soon introduce a spinoff of a spinoff.
As House of the Dragon is set to continue its extremely successful TV run for several years to come, one of its characters might be getting his own show, but in a very weird way.
Back in 2021, it was revealed that HBO writers had pitched another GoT spinoff,...
- 6/7/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
Even though we might not see the Black Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen and Alicent Hightower in many scenes together, they have appeared in some promo videos together. The latest stint Emma D’Arcy and Olivia Cooke did was in HBO Max’s Twist the Fate series.
The two talented actresses answered questions and shared their perspectives on various topics. Not only do we get to know our favorite actors better with such videos, but they are also a fun peek into the world of our beloved celebrities.
Also Read: Emma D’Arcy explains the difference between Alicent Hightower and Rhaenyra Targaryen
Emma D’Arcy shares what she took home from the set of House of the Dragon
After a few questions on morning routines and favorite coffees, the question shifted toward what the cast took home from the set of House of the Dragon. Emma D’Arcy who plays the Black Queen...
The two talented actresses answered questions and shared their perspectives on various topics. Not only do we get to know our favorite actors better with such videos, but they are also a fun peek into the world of our beloved celebrities.
Also Read: Emma D’Arcy explains the difference between Alicent Hightower and Rhaenyra Targaryen
Emma D’Arcy shares what she took home from the set of House of the Dragon
After a few questions on morning routines and favorite coffees, the question shifted toward what the cast took home from the set of House of the Dragon. Emma D’Arcy who plays the Black Queen...
- 6/7/2024
- by Vidhi Narula
- Wiki of Thrones
House of the Dragon Season 2 will premiere on June 16th, and fans are gearing up in anticipation. The series is based on George R. R. Martin’s fictional history book Fire and Blood. Due to this, fans expect the show to follow a certain storyline based on the source material. However, Season 1 of the show surprised many by excluding important characters and changing storylines.
Given this scenario, people are curious whether even more characters will be cut from the show. One of the characters people are most eager to see is the young dragonseed Nettles, described as a girl of common birth who rides the dragon Sheepstealer. Recently, showrunner Ryan Condal appeared on the Black Girl Nerds podcast, where he addressed this question.
Read More: Getting Ready For House of The Dragon : Meet The Dragons – Part 7
Ryan Condal’s comments on Nettles
You can watch the full video here:...
Given this scenario, people are curious whether even more characters will be cut from the show. One of the characters people are most eager to see is the young dragonseed Nettles, described as a girl of common birth who rides the dragon Sheepstealer. Recently, showrunner Ryan Condal appeared on the Black Girl Nerds podcast, where he addressed this question.
Read More: Getting Ready For House of The Dragon : Meet The Dragons – Part 7
Ryan Condal’s comments on Nettles
You can watch the full video here:...
- 6/7/2024
- by Ved Prabhudesai
- Wiki of Thrones
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for House of the Dragon, Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Clipped and The Watchers.
The Watchers premiere
Writer/director Ishana Night Shyamalan premiered her directorial debut in NYC on Sunday, alongside father M. Night Shyamalan and stars Dakota Fanning, Georgina Campbell, Olwen Fouéré and Oliver Finnegan.
M. Night Shyamalan, Alistair Brammer, Olwen Fouéré, Dakota Fanning, Ishana Night Shyamalan, Georgina Campbell and Oliver Finnegan
House of the Dragon premiere
Showrunner Ryan Condal and stars Emma D’Arcy, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Tom Glynn-Carney and Ewan Mitchell debuted season 2 of the Game of Thrones prequel in NYC on Monday.
Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy and showrunner Ryan Condal Fabien Frankel
Clipped premiere
FX celebrated the premiere of Clipped in downtown Los Angeles on Monday,...
The Watchers premiere
Writer/director Ishana Night Shyamalan premiered her directorial debut in NYC on Sunday, alongside father M. Night Shyamalan and stars Dakota Fanning, Georgina Campbell, Olwen Fouéré and Oliver Finnegan.
M. Night Shyamalan, Alistair Brammer, Olwen Fouéré, Dakota Fanning, Ishana Night Shyamalan, Georgina Campbell and Oliver Finnegan
House of the Dragon premiere
Showrunner Ryan Condal and stars Emma D’Arcy, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Tom Glynn-Carney and Ewan Mitchell debuted season 2 of the Game of Thrones prequel in NYC on Monday.
Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy and showrunner Ryan Condal Fabien Frankel
Clipped premiere
FX celebrated the premiere of Clipped in downtown Los Angeles on Monday,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
When it comes to churning out books, Stephen King and George R.R. Martin could not be further apart in their approach to writing books. While Martin takes quite the amount of time (given that his books are much bigger and merit more thought due to the complex nature of political intrigue) to finish his books, Stephen revealed how he is able to churn out so many books in a year.
Bill Skarsgard as Pennywise in the adaptation of It, a novel by Stephen King
Sitting down for a talk together Geroge R.R. Martin and Stephen King discussed a myriad of things, chief among them how King was able to get so many books out so fast. King was kind enough to let Martin and the audience know the process that he follows to ensure a steady supply of completed books for his publisher.
Stephen King aims to finish 6 pages...
Bill Skarsgard as Pennywise in the adaptation of It, a novel by Stephen King
Sitting down for a talk together Geroge R.R. Martin and Stephen King discussed a myriad of things, chief among them how King was able to get so many books out so fast. King was kind enough to let Martin and the audience know the process that he follows to ensure a steady supply of completed books for his publisher.
Stephen King aims to finish 6 pages...
- 6/7/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Jessica Camacho’s next TV role is a badass agent who doesn’t take crap from anyone, not even Jensen Ackles.
Camacho has been cast opposite the former Supernatural star in Prime Video’s Countdown, a new thriller from #OneChicago franchise veteran and FBI: International co-creator Derek Haas, our sister site Deadline reports.
More from TVLineTVLine Items: Vox Machina Release Date, True Detective Actor Joins Criminal and MoreKristen Stewart Sets First TV Lead Role as Astronaut Sally Ride in Limited Series About Challenger DisasterGet 7-Day Max Free Trial - Binge Hacks, House of the Dragon Season 1 and More
Countdown, which...
Camacho has been cast opposite the former Supernatural star in Prime Video’s Countdown, a new thriller from #OneChicago franchise veteran and FBI: International co-creator Derek Haas, our sister site Deadline reports.
More from TVLineTVLine Items: Vox Machina Release Date, True Detective Actor Joins Criminal and MoreKristen Stewart Sets First TV Lead Role as Astronaut Sally Ride in Limited Series About Challenger DisasterGet 7-Day Max Free Trial - Binge Hacks, House of the Dragon Season 1 and More
Countdown, which...
- 6/7/2024
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
“There are many pieces at play here, some of which you can’t see,” the cunning Hand to the King and member of the Green council Otto Hightower says at one point in the second season of “House Of The Dragon” trying to assuage the anxiety and perplexity of a confounded character on the show. And it’s advice Hightower would do well to share with the audience, who often wonder what in blazes is going on.
Continue reading ‘House Of The Dragon’ Season 2 Review: ‘Game Of Thrones’-Level Intrigue Still Not Yet Achieved at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘House Of The Dragon’ Season 2 Review: ‘Game Of Thrones’-Level Intrigue Still Not Yet Achieved at The Playlist.
- 6/7/2024
- by Rodrigo Perez
- The Playlist
For a limited time, viewers can sign up to Max free for an entire week to stream ‘House of the Dragon,’ ‘Game of Thrones’ or anything else available on the streamer.
Who will claim the Iron Throne for themselves? Will Rhaenyra Targaryen become the first ruling queen in the history of Westeros, or will Aegon II win the throne for himself? Fans will just have to watch Season 2 of “House of the Dragon,” which premieres Sunday, June 16 on Max and find out for themselves! Max normally starts at $9.99 per month, but for a very limited time the streamer is offering new customers a seven-day free trial to re-watch the first season of the show or anything else they desire before Season 2 becomes available.
Key Details: New customers can sign up for a seven-day trial of Max between now and June 23. By signing up on or after Sunday, June 9, viewers can...
Who will claim the Iron Throne for themselves? Will Rhaenyra Targaryen become the first ruling queen in the history of Westeros, or will Aegon II win the throne for himself? Fans will just have to watch Season 2 of “House of the Dragon,” which premieres Sunday, June 16 on Max and find out for themselves! Max normally starts at $9.99 per month, but for a very limited time the streamer is offering new customers a seven-day free trial to re-watch the first season of the show or anything else they desire before Season 2 becomes available.
Key Details: New customers can sign up for a seven-day trial of Max between now and June 23. By signing up on or after Sunday, June 9, viewers can...
- 6/7/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Netflix is notorious for its perfect teen shows, and we bet you’ve seen at least one of them, probably Sex Education, Ginny & Georgia or Heartstopper. However, such series get even more interesting when they’re adapted from popular novels, with fans of the book ardently comparing the adaptation with their favorite nostalgic YA book.
The new underdog show titled Geek Girl is also based on a novel, and it does full justice to its best-selling original. It is now receiving so much hype that it’s holding the first place in Netflix’s global chart, topping Netflix’s bigger projects, including Bridgerton.
What Is Geek Girl About?
The show’s plot revolves around Harriet, an awkward 16-year-old geek, whose life is complicated by bullying and the feeling of not belonging to society. She struggles a lot to make it through coming of age, luckily, her life is about to be drastically changed.
The new underdog show titled Geek Girl is also based on a novel, and it does full justice to its best-selling original. It is now receiving so much hype that it’s holding the first place in Netflix’s global chart, topping Netflix’s bigger projects, including Bridgerton.
What Is Geek Girl About?
The show’s plot revolves around Harriet, an awkward 16-year-old geek, whose life is complicated by bullying and the feeling of not belonging to society. She struggles a lot to make it through coming of age, luckily, her life is about to be drastically changed.
- 6/7/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
The second season of House of the Dragon promises to be an exciting display of battle and gore. In the forthcoming season, the performers, reviewers, and fans can’t wait to watch their characters take on fresh obstacles and storylines. HBO received very positive feedback from the first House of the Dragon Season 2 premiere, which took place recently in New York City.
Critics are in awe of House of the Dragon Season 2
The expectations with the second season of the Game of Thrones prequel were just as high as its hype meter, and it is surely holding up just fine. Several industry experts and celebs were invited to the limited screening held on 4th June, and the reviews are out now. While Rotten Tomatoes rated Season 2 88% initially, it has been on the rise ever since, currently sitting at 93%. Most of the critics have also given a 4+ rating out of 5 after the premiere.
Critics are in awe of House of the Dragon Season 2
The expectations with the second season of the Game of Thrones prequel were just as high as its hype meter, and it is surely holding up just fine. Several industry experts and celebs were invited to the limited screening held on 4th June, and the reviews are out now. While Rotten Tomatoes rated Season 2 88% initially, it has been on the rise ever since, currently sitting at 93%. Most of the critics have also given a 4+ rating out of 5 after the premiere.
- 6/7/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- Wiki of Thrones
Calling all soap opera fans! The 51st Daytime Emmys are being held Friday, June 7 at 8 pm Et. We’re outlining everything you need to know about the ceremony below, including how to watch it live online.
How to Watch 2024 Daytime Emmys Online Watch 2024 Daytime Emmys on Paramount Plus With ShowtimeJump To detailsArrow Icon
Buy Now $59.99/year Watch 2024 Daytime Emmys on DirecTV StreamJump To detailsArrow Icon
Buy Now $79.99/month Watch 2024 Daytime Emmys on Fubo TVJump To detailsArrow Icon
Buy Now $79.99/month Watch 2024 Daytime Emmys on Hulu + Live TVJump To detailsArrow Icon
Buy Now View More
The Daytime...
How to Watch 2024 Daytime Emmys Online Watch 2024 Daytime Emmys on Paramount Plus With ShowtimeJump To detailsArrow Icon
Buy Now $59.99/year Watch 2024 Daytime Emmys on DirecTV StreamJump To detailsArrow Icon
Buy Now $79.99/month Watch 2024 Daytime Emmys on Fubo TVJump To detailsArrow Icon
Buy Now $79.99/month Watch 2024 Daytime Emmys on Hulu + Live TVJump To detailsArrow Icon
Buy Now View More
The Daytime...
- 6/7/2024
- by Claire Franken
- TVLine.com
House of the Dragon Season 2 is all set to release on June 16th. But before that, the show has already made a mark with its premieres in New York and Paris, attended by the cast, crew, and special invitees. The early reviews are in, and they are promising, with the show debuting on Rotten Tomatoes at a solid 90%. Reviewers have also pointed out the significant changes in the series’ intro from Season 1, and fans are excited to see this new change.
Read More: Creative Director talks about hints hidden in intros
House of the Dragon’s new intro
Credits: Max
Twitter account Wake the Dragon has reported that the intro for House of the Dragon has changed significantly from Season 1. The first season’s intro featured the symbols of every major Targaryen of the royal family, connected by a stream representing their shared bloodline.
Read More: Creative Director talks about hints hidden in intros
House of the Dragon’s new intro
Credits: Max
Twitter account Wake the Dragon has reported that the intro for House of the Dragon has changed significantly from Season 1. The first season’s intro featured the symbols of every major Targaryen of the royal family, connected by a stream representing their shared bloodline.
- 6/7/2024
- by Ved Prabhudesai
- Wiki of Thrones
House of the Dragon Season 2 is all set to make its grand entrance on June 16, 2024. But before the big day, the show had its exclusive premiere in New York on June 3rd. The cast and crew were present, including the brilliant Eve Best, who portrays Princess Rhaenys Targaryen. She shared her insights and thoughts on Rhaenys’ journey since Season 1.
Read More: Abigail Thorn joins the cast of House of the Dragon for Season 2 as Sharako Lohar
Eve Best on how Rhaenys has changed
You can watch the full video here:
Eve Best on what she found enticing about playing Princess Rhaenys Targaryen in Season 2 of #HouseOfTheDragon pic.twitter.com/IzHBbrLkAM
— Deadline Hollywood (@Deadline) June 4, 2024
Speaking to Deadline, Best spoke about the physical challenges of stunt performances, specifically dragon riding. She also discussed the change in the relationship between Rhaenys and her husband, Lord Corlys Velaryon. Best stated:
“Well, there was...
Read More: Abigail Thorn joins the cast of House of the Dragon for Season 2 as Sharako Lohar
Eve Best on how Rhaenys has changed
You can watch the full video here:
Eve Best on what she found enticing about playing Princess Rhaenys Targaryen in Season 2 of #HouseOfTheDragon pic.twitter.com/IzHBbrLkAM
— Deadline Hollywood (@Deadline) June 4, 2024
Speaking to Deadline, Best spoke about the physical challenges of stunt performances, specifically dragon riding. She also discussed the change in the relationship between Rhaenys and her husband, Lord Corlys Velaryon. Best stated:
“Well, there was...
- 6/7/2024
- by Ved Prabhudesai
- Wiki of Thrones
HBO's Game of Thrones prequel series, House of the Dragon, returns for its second season in ten days, and the review embargo has now lifted.
Though most critics got to see all 8 episodes, some only got the first 2, which should be taken into account when reading through these verdicts.
Though reviews are still coming in, House of the Dragon season 2 currently sits at a very impressive 92% on Rotten Tomatoes.
"Approaching its dynastic cataclysm with a deliberate stride rather than a charging gallop, House of the Dragon carefully sets up its emotional stakes to make the fiery spectacle all the more scorching," reads the Critics Consensus.
The cast - particularly Emma D'Arcy as Rhaenyra Targaryen - come in for universal praise, as does the production values, VFX and intense action sequences (it sounds like season 2 ups the gore quota considerably), but some seem to feel that the story has a few issues,...
Though most critics got to see all 8 episodes, some only got the first 2, which should be taken into account when reading through these verdicts.
Though reviews are still coming in, House of the Dragon season 2 currently sits at a very impressive 92% on Rotten Tomatoes.
"Approaching its dynastic cataclysm with a deliberate stride rather than a charging gallop, House of the Dragon carefully sets up its emotional stakes to make the fiery spectacle all the more scorching," reads the Critics Consensus.
The cast - particularly Emma D'Arcy as Rhaenyra Targaryen - come in for universal praise, as does the production values, VFX and intense action sequences (it sounds like season 2 ups the gore quota considerably), but some seem to feel that the story has a few issues,...
- 6/7/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
As anticipation builds for the premiere of the highly awaited second season of House of the Dragon, fans take a notorious dig at a particular House Stark actor, Tom Taylor. Set to play Cregan Stark, the Lord of Winterfell in S2, Taylor has surprisingly garnered immense hate and criticism since his casting announcement.
A still from House of the Dragon | HBO
A lot of people seem to be skeptical based on Tom Taylor’s appearance as Cregan Stark which lacks intimidation. However, as fans delve back into the complex world of Westeros with House of the Dragon S2, a few of them rally behind Taylor, fervently defending him against backlash.
Tom Taylor Cast as Cregan Stark in House of the Dragon Faces Backlash
Back in December 2023, EW reported the arrival of a popular figure from George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood in House of the Dragon season 2. With HBO dropping...
A still from House of the Dragon | HBO
A lot of people seem to be skeptical based on Tom Taylor’s appearance as Cregan Stark which lacks intimidation. However, as fans delve back into the complex world of Westeros with House of the Dragon S2, a few of them rally behind Taylor, fervently defending him against backlash.
Tom Taylor Cast as Cregan Stark in House of the Dragon Faces Backlash
Back in December 2023, EW reported the arrival of a popular figure from George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood in House of the Dragon season 2. With HBO dropping...
- 6/7/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
After announcing a price hike on Tuesday, Max is hoping to get back on your good side: The Max free trial is back for a limited time! Here’s everything you need to know for watching Max for free.
Courtesy of MaxGet Max Free TrialOn Sale 42% off Buy Now $0+ Max Free Trial: Watch Max for Free for 7 Days
Currently, all new subscribers can enjoy a week of Max for free. There are other creative ways to watch the streamer for free (which we will outline below), but the Max free trial is the easiest and best way to watch the platform free of charge.
Courtesy of MaxGet Max Free TrialOn Sale 42% off Buy Now $0+ Max Free Trial: Watch Max for Free for 7 Days
Currently, all new subscribers can enjoy a week of Max for free. There are other creative ways to watch the streamer for free (which we will outline below), but the Max free trial is the easiest and best way to watch the platform free of charge.
- 6/7/2024
- by Claire Franken
- TVLine.com
The summer movie kickoff has been a little bumpy, but the staff at IMDb have their sights set on several highly anticipated movies and shows coming out in June.
See IMDb’s June Picks
If you need something light and fun for the weekend, check out Glen Powell and Adria Arjona in ‘Hit Man’ on Netflix. Based on the true story of part-time undercover investigator Gary Johnson, director Richard Linklater's crime comedy finds Powell moonlighting as a fake hit man who starts to fall for a woman who enlists his services.
Those looking for thrills and chills can head to the theater, where Will Smith and Martin Lawrence go undercover in ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die,’ and Dakota Fanning finds herself trapped with a bunch of strangers under spooky circumstances in the directorial debut of M. Night Shyamalan's daughter, Ishana Night Shyamalan.
The rest of June will keep many fans busy with new episodes of three Emmy-winning series: Season 4 of “The Boys” (6/13) on Prime Video, Season 2 of “House of the Dragon” (6/16) on Max, and Season 3 of “The Bear” (6/27) on Hulu.
There’s not a ton on the menu for families, but ‘Inside Out 2’ is expected to be one of 2024’s box office bright spots. The Pixar sequel brings back Riley’s original emotions and adds Maya Hawke (“Stranger Things”) as Anxiety and Ayo Edebiri (“The Bear’) as Ennui.
Take a look at all the staff picks for the month in our guide, where you can watch trailers, read more about what’s coming, and add movies and shows to your Watchlist....
See IMDb’s June Picks
If you need something light and fun for the weekend, check out Glen Powell and Adria Arjona in ‘Hit Man’ on Netflix. Based on the true story of part-time undercover investigator Gary Johnson, director Richard Linklater's crime comedy finds Powell moonlighting as a fake hit man who starts to fall for a woman who enlists his services.
Those looking for thrills and chills can head to the theater, where Will Smith and Martin Lawrence go undercover in ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die,’ and Dakota Fanning finds herself trapped with a bunch of strangers under spooky circumstances in the directorial debut of M. Night Shyamalan's daughter, Ishana Night Shyamalan.
The rest of June will keep many fans busy with new episodes of three Emmy-winning series: Season 4 of “The Boys” (6/13) on Prime Video, Season 2 of “House of the Dragon” (6/16) on Max, and Season 3 of “The Bear” (6/27) on Hulu.
There’s not a ton on the menu for families, but ‘Inside Out 2’ is expected to be one of 2024’s box office bright spots. The Pixar sequel brings back Riley’s original emotions and adds Maya Hawke (“Stranger Things”) as Anxiety and Ayo Edebiri (“The Bear’) as Ennui.
Take a look at all the staff picks for the month in our guide, where you can watch trailers, read more about what’s coming, and add movies and shows to your Watchlist....
- 6/7/2024
- by IMDb Editors
- IMDb News
There is a reason Am I Ok? had to wait two long years since its Sundance premiere in 2022. It’s a relatively vain turn-of-the-century character study that summarizes an intimate issue, resolving everything within 90 minutes or less. That’s a shame because the film could have used an extra 30 minutes to explore three endearing performances that are so much better than the material.
The problem is not the script. It’s the fact that Tig Notaro, a signature comedian of her generation, fails to generate the type of comedy that makes her so popular in Am I Ok?. The final result has heart, and the chemistry between the two characters is off the charts. Yet, that’s used as a plot device to move the story along instead of creating something more meaningful.
Sonoya Mizuno and Dakota Johnson in Am I Ok? (2024) | Image via Warner Bros. Discovery
Suggested“Never thought...
The problem is not the script. It’s the fact that Tig Notaro, a signature comedian of her generation, fails to generate the type of comedy that makes her so popular in Am I Ok?. The final result has heart, and the chemistry between the two characters is off the charts. Yet, that’s used as a plot device to move the story along instead of creating something more meaningful.
Sonoya Mizuno and Dakota Johnson in Am I Ok? (2024) | Image via Warner Bros. Discovery
Suggested“Never thought...
- 6/7/2024
- by M.N. Miller
- FandomWire
With the release of House of the Dragon’s second season just around the corner, actor Steve Toussaint took the opportunity to discuss Lord Corlys Velaryon’s role in the upcoming season on ABC News. He also shared a few poignant words about the importance of representation in the sci-fi and fantasy genres, a topic that resonates deeply with many fans. Toussaint addressed that Lord Corlys had a different appearance in George R.R. Martin’s Fire and Blood, the book on which the TV series is based.
Read More: Steve Toussaint (Corlys) initially wanted to be in Game of Thrones’ canceled prequel ‘Bloodmoon’
Steve Toussaint speaks on ABC News about Corlys Velaryon
You can watch the full video here:
ABC News previewed a scene showing a conversation between Corlys and Rhaenys from Season 2. In it, Corlys speaks about feeling uneasy that Daemon was absent when the Blacks needed him to lead.
Read More: Steve Toussaint (Corlys) initially wanted to be in Game of Thrones’ canceled prequel ‘Bloodmoon’
Steve Toussaint speaks on ABC News about Corlys Velaryon
You can watch the full video here:
ABC News previewed a scene showing a conversation between Corlys and Rhaenys from Season 2. In it, Corlys speaks about feeling uneasy that Daemon was absent when the Blacks needed him to lead.
- 6/6/2024
- by Ved Prabhudesai
- Wiki of Thrones
The highly anticipated second season of HBO’s House of the Dragon introduces a fascinating new character, Sharako Lohar. The talented Abigail Thorn portrays Lohar in the upcoming season. Best known for her insightful and thought-provoking content on her YouTube channel Philosophy Tube, Thorn’s transition to the realm of Westeros marks an exciting expansion of her acting career. Sharako Lohar is a powerful and influential Triarch from the Free City of Volantis. By portraying this character, she promises to bring new layers of complexity and excitement to the Targaryen saga. Read on to understand how Thorn’s character will impact the civil war of the Targaryens.
Read More: New photos from the first two episodes of House of the Dragon Season 2 show a grieving mother, the Iron Throne, and scheming duos
Abigail Thorn plays Sharako Lohar
Very excited to announce this – I’m joining the cast of HBO’s...
Read More: New photos from the first two episodes of House of the Dragon Season 2 show a grieving mother, the Iron Throne, and scheming duos
Abigail Thorn plays Sharako Lohar
Very excited to announce this – I’m joining the cast of HBO’s...
- 6/6/2024
- by Ojas Goel
- Wiki of Thrones
Sounds like the Hightowers won’t be hanging “Welcome home Gwayne” banners when Otto’s son shows up in House of the Dragon Season 2.
Though the character was seen briefly in the series premiere — he’s one of the helmeted knights Daemon unhorses during the joust — he’ll be a real player in the HBO drama’s upcoming sophomore run.
More from TVLineTrue Detective Boss Confirms Season 5 Will Have 'Different Characters' and 'a Different Setting' Than Night CountryEric Kripke on How Gen V Will Address Chance Perdomo's Absence - Plus, How The Boys' Return Sets Up Season 2Vanna White...
Though the character was seen briefly in the series premiere — he’s one of the helmeted knights Daemon unhorses during the joust — he’ll be a real player in the HBO drama’s upcoming sophomore run.
More from TVLineTrue Detective Boss Confirms Season 5 Will Have 'Different Characters' and 'a Different Setting' Than Night CountryEric Kripke on How Gen V Will Address Chance Perdomo's Absence - Plus, How The Boys' Return Sets Up Season 2Vanna White...
- 6/6/2024
- by Kimberly Roots
- TVLine.com
[Warning: The following post contains discussions of sexual assault.] If you’ve been tuning into House of the Dragon Season 2 press, you may have come across the title “Blood and Cheese.” It’s not the title of a chapter in George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood, but it is one of the book’s most infamous moments that is guaranteed to play out in the House of the Dragon Season 2 premiere on June 16. So, what is Blood and Cheese? Here, we break down the pivotal moment for any curious fans. For those who don’t want to know any book spoilers, turn away now! Fire & Blood‘s Blood and Cheese explained Rhaenyra, Jace, and Joffrey grieve Luke in House of the Dragon Season 2 (Theo Whitman / HBO) Blood and Cheese references an event that takes place in Section 14 of Fire & Blood titled “The Dying of the Dragons – A Son for a Son.” You can imagine where this ...
- 6/6/2024
- TV Insider
The official release of House of the Dragon Season 2 is only a few days away. Following the House of the Dragon Season 2 premiere in New York, the cast and crew attended the show’s premiere in Paris. The premiere took place at the Théâtre du Châtelet and was attended by members of the production and invitees.
Read More: Fabien Frankel confirms Criston Cole and Alicent hook up in House of the Dragon Season 2
House of the Dragon cast at the Paris Premiere
This year’s House of the Dragon premieres broke away from tradition and did not feature the usual red carpets. The New York Premiere instead had a green carpet. following this, the Paris premiere had a black carpet. Here’s a look at the cast members who attended the Paris premiere of House of the Dragon Season 2:
Embed from Getty Images
Embed from Getty Images
Embed from...
Read More: Fabien Frankel confirms Criston Cole and Alicent hook up in House of the Dragon Season 2
House of the Dragon cast at the Paris Premiere
This year’s House of the Dragon premieres broke away from tradition and did not feature the usual red carpets. The New York Premiere instead had a green carpet. following this, the Paris premiere had a black carpet. Here’s a look at the cast members who attended the Paris premiere of House of the Dragon Season 2:
Embed from Getty Images
Embed from Getty Images
Embed from...
- 6/6/2024
- by Ved Prabhudesai
- Wiki of Thrones
"House of the Dragon" was always going to live in the shadow of "Game of Thrones." The big question was how effectively it could operate in that shadow, and if it could carve out its own identity while weathering constant comparisons to the series that spawned it. The show's first season was an often remarkable proof of concept — yes, this was another show set in author George R.R. Martin's fantasy kingdom of Westeros, but it had its own flavor, its own tone. Spanning decades (and recasting several key characters halfway through the season as they aged up), it was a show operating at a sprint, hungry to prove itself, and hungry to prove itself entirely self-reliant, that it is its own show.
The funny thing about the long-awaited second season of "House of the Dragon," after all that grand distance established in the first outing, is how much it feels like "Game of Thrones.
The funny thing about the long-awaited second season of "House of the Dragon," after all that grand distance established in the first outing, is how much it feels like "Game of Thrones.
- 6/6/2024
- by Jacob Hall
- Slash Film
Very few shows have ever caught my attention the way the world of Game of Thrones has the opening title sequence. The music hits, sending chills down my spine, knowing I am ready to be engulfed in this world of lies and deceit. We’ve waited close to two years to reenter the world of Westeros, but House of the Dragon has returned for a second season, and I’ve got so much to say about it.
House of the Dragon Season 2 Plot
King Viserys Targaryen’s death sent shockwaves through Westeros as a succession plan backfired in the face of Princess Thaenyra. Westeros is on the brink of a bloody civil war between the Black and Green Councils, fighting for Queen Rhaenyra and King Aegon, respectively.
Photograph by Ollie Upton/HBO
Suggested“It’s Game of Thrones, expect the very worst possible”: You Are Not Ready For House of the Dragon...
House of the Dragon Season 2 Plot
King Viserys Targaryen’s death sent shockwaves through Westeros as a succession plan backfired in the face of Princess Thaenyra. Westeros is on the brink of a bloody civil war between the Black and Green Councils, fighting for Queen Rhaenyra and King Aegon, respectively.
Photograph by Ollie Upton/HBO
Suggested“It’s Game of Thrones, expect the very worst possible”: You Are Not Ready For House of the Dragon...
- 6/6/2024
- by Ricky Valero
- FandomWire
On House of the Dragon, there are prominent characters named Rhaenyra, Rhaenys, and Rhaena. There’s an Alicent and also an Alys. There are identical twins named Arryk and Erryk (both pronounced like “Eric”). There are references to multiple characters named Jaehaerys, and there’s also a Jacaerys, whose nickname is Jace, though you shouldn’t confuse him with a different character named Jason. And did I mention that Jason also has an identical twin?
There’s also a scene in the HBO fantasy epic’s second season where two...
There’s also a scene in the HBO fantasy epic’s second season where two...
- 6/6/2024
- by Alan Sepinwall
- Rollingstone.com
The opening lines of “House of the Dragon” Season 2 stem from a character I’m not meant to name speaking of things that have no real bearing in the “Game of Thrones” universe. “Duty is sacrifice,” the man says. (I hope I can say he’s a man.) “It eclipses all things, even blood. All men of honor must pay its price.” Sorry to interrupt, good sir, but who are these “men of honor” you speak of? Are they hiding? Is HBO saving them for the next spinoff? Some are certainly dead, given the body count on which George R.R. Martin has built his brutal world, but there are scant few in “HotD” who fit the description. To be fair, the narrating man qualifies, and his colleagues also appear to be living a principled existence. But having seen nine seasons of heartless betrayals and maniacal power grabs, simply recognizing one...
- 6/6/2024
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
The hectic inaugural season of House of the Dragon covered roughly 20 years as the long-standing peace under King Viserys came to an end. In the season’s final two episodes, the series found its footing, establishing the parallel claims to the throne between the Black faction that follows Viserys’s appointed heir, daughter Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D’Arcy), and the Green faction under Rhaenyra’s former best friend, Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), who follow Alicent and Viserys’s young, impetuous son Aegon II (Tom Glynn-Carney).
All the table setting and time jumping that dominated the better part of the first season have, perhaps inevitably, set the stage for a much stronger second season for House of the Dragon. It’s also, especially for a Game of Thrones property, surprisingly restrained. The first four episodes made available to press cover only a few weeks, and the entire opening episode, “A Son for a Son,...
All the table setting and time jumping that dominated the better part of the first season have, perhaps inevitably, set the stage for a much stronger second season for House of the Dragon. It’s also, especially for a Game of Thrones property, surprisingly restrained. The first four episodes made available to press cover only a few weeks, and the entire opening episode, “A Son for a Son,...
- 6/6/2024
- by Aaron Riccio
- Slant Magazine
While a spiritual successor to Game of Thrones in many aspects from the general setting to political scheming as a crucial part of the plot, House of the Dragon has many noticeable distinctions from its mother show. However, the upcoming Season 2 will get rid of some of them, “leaning into the Game of Thrones formula,” star claims.
HotD Always Felt Smaller Than GoT
Perhaps the biggest and most obvious distinction between the two TV shows is their character roster. Game of Thrones followed multiple characters from different dynasties and origins, located at time across the world from each other — whereas House of the Dragon focuses solely on the Targaryen dynasty as its title implies.
This far more modest selection of main characters comes with its own consequences: namely, the fact that HotD doesn’t really show its viewers Westeros.
House of the Dragons Season 1 goes wherever the Targaryens are, and...
HotD Always Felt Smaller Than GoT
Perhaps the biggest and most obvious distinction between the two TV shows is their character roster. Game of Thrones followed multiple characters from different dynasties and origins, located at time across the world from each other — whereas House of the Dragon focuses solely on the Targaryen dynasty as its title implies.
This far more modest selection of main characters comes with its own consequences: namely, the fact that HotD doesn’t really show its viewers Westeros.
House of the Dragons Season 1 goes wherever the Targaryens are, and...
- 6/6/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
In the Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon, relationships are a flaming disaster. As these suppressed emotions finally start to surface, the Targaryen dynasty plunged into civil war. However, some interactions slipped right under our noses, one of which was between dowager Queen Alicent and her protector Criston Cole, which might surprise a lot.
Criston Cole and Alicent Hightower have s*x during the Blood and Cheese scene
As the House of the Dragon Season 2 release date slowly rolls closer, more tidbits are being revealed at promotional tours. The most recent one comes from an interview with Bgn, where Fabien Frankel revealed Criston Cole had s*x with Alicent. He said:
“[Criston Cole] is in there with Alicent when that’s happened. I mean, he should have been there standing sentry. Yeah. And he wasn’t.
I mean, it’s like one of the first lines that Aegon has to...
Criston Cole and Alicent Hightower have s*x during the Blood and Cheese scene
As the House of the Dragon Season 2 release date slowly rolls closer, more tidbits are being revealed at promotional tours. The most recent one comes from an interview with Bgn, where Fabien Frankel revealed Criston Cole had s*x with Alicent. He said:
“[Criston Cole] is in there with Alicent when that’s happened. I mean, he should have been there standing sentry. Yeah. And he wasn’t.
I mean, it’s like one of the first lines that Aegon has to...
- 6/6/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- Wiki of Thrones
BMI Celebrates ‘Game of Thrones’ Composer Ramin Djawadi With Icon Honor at Annual Film and TV Awards
“Game of Thrones” composer Ramin Djawadi was honored with the BMI Icon Award at Broadcast Music Inc.’s 40th annual Film, TV and Visual Media Awards Wednesday night in Beverly Hills.
The Emmy-winning, Grammy-nominated composer was acknowledged for his “memorable scores and themes inspiring future generations of composers,” BMI president-ceo Mike O’Neill said in presenting the award.
Djawadi’s music for “Game of Thrones” became a sensation during the HBO fantasy series’ eight-season run, which concluded in 2019. He won two Emmys, for his music in the seventh and eighth seasons, and later conducted it with symphony orchestras and choirs during world tours in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
His other television credits include “Westworld,” “Prison Break” and the current fantasy and sci-fi series “House of the Dragon,” “3 Body Problem” and “Fallout.” Among his film credits are “Iron Man,” “Eternals,” “A Wrinkle in Time,” “Clash of the Titans” and “Pacific Rim,” and he has...
The Emmy-winning, Grammy-nominated composer was acknowledged for his “memorable scores and themes inspiring future generations of composers,” BMI president-ceo Mike O’Neill said in presenting the award.
Djawadi’s music for “Game of Thrones” became a sensation during the HBO fantasy series’ eight-season run, which concluded in 2019. He won two Emmys, for his music in the seventh and eighth seasons, and later conducted it with symphony orchestras and choirs during world tours in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
His other television credits include “Westworld,” “Prison Break” and the current fantasy and sci-fi series “House of the Dragon,” “3 Body Problem” and “Fallout.” Among his film credits are “Iron Man,” “Eternals,” “A Wrinkle in Time,” “Clash of the Titans” and “Pacific Rim,” and he has...
- 6/6/2024
- by Jon Burlingame
- Variety Film + TV
Despite the success of House Of The Dragon’s first season, both in terms of its burnished worldbuilding and its broadly positive critical response, the second arrives with much expectation that it can do better. Whether it was the relative lack of geographical and social scope, the big leaps forward in time, or the constant casting switch-ups as characters aged, even its biggest fans had a niggle they could mention. On all those fronts, we have good news. Season 2, now run solo by Ryan Condal (co-showrunner Miguel Sapochnik having bowed out), is more chronologically focused, less fidgety with its actors, and has its eye on the world (and the social strata) beyond the highborn Targaryen court.
It opens with a reassuringly familiar musical theme and location, welcoming us briefly back to Winterfell, where we meet Lord Cregan Stark (Tom Taylor), promising a Northern contingent in the war to come. And...
It opens with a reassuringly familiar musical theme and location, welcoming us briefly back to Winterfell, where we meet Lord Cregan Stark (Tom Taylor), promising a Northern contingent in the war to come. And...
- 6/6/2024
- by Dan Jolin
- Empire - TV
When Ryan Condal decamped for the U.K. in 2020 to begin work on a Game of Thrones spinoff, it hadn’t occurred to the screenwriter that he, his wife and their two young children wouldn’t return to Los Angeles anytime soon. “It was about two years later, when the show came out and everybody watched it, that I finally thought, ‘Oh, Ok, we’re going to be here for a while,’ ” he says.
The “everybody” in question was 29 million viewers, per episode, across platforms, a stat that minted House of the Dragon as HBO’s new flagship. It returns for a second season June 16, with at least a third and a fourth all but given. Fortunately for Condal, he brought a little of Hollywood to his home office in Central London. The showrunner — who got his start working on a slew of unproduced scripts before penning blockbusters (the Dwayne Johnson...
The “everybody” in question was 29 million viewers, per episode, across platforms, a stat that minted House of the Dragon as HBO’s new flagship. It returns for a second season June 16, with at least a third and a fourth all but given. Fortunately for Condal, he brought a little of Hollywood to his home office in Central London. The showrunner — who got his start working on a slew of unproduced scripts before penning blockbusters (the Dwayne Johnson...
- 6/6/2024
- by Mikey O'Connell
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
House of the Dragon season 2 has fans counting down the days until it’s finally dropped on Max in a few days, and the whole intrigue seems to get even more sinister with every update coming from the show’s creators.
However, even considering that the second season hasn’t even arrived yet, Game of Thrones’ prequel already appears to have far-reaching plans for its definite ending as one of the series’ showrunners recently opened up about the crew’s ideas for the last season.
Ahead of the second installment’s arrival on streaming, House of the Dragon showrunner Ryan Condal revealed that, despite having no clue about how many more seasons the show will eventually get, the creators have already come up with some plot twists that may conclude House of Targaryen’s story in George R.R. Martin’s cinematic universe.
According to Condal, “history moves on for another...
However, even considering that the second season hasn’t even arrived yet, Game of Thrones’ prequel already appears to have far-reaching plans for its definite ending as one of the series’ showrunners recently opened up about the crew’s ideas for the last season.
Ahead of the second installment’s arrival on streaming, House of the Dragon showrunner Ryan Condal revealed that, despite having no clue about how many more seasons the show will eventually get, the creators have already come up with some plot twists that may conclude House of Targaryen’s story in George R.R. Martin’s cinematic universe.
According to Condal, “history moves on for another...
- 6/6/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
“House of the Dragon” showrunner Ryan Condal describes the second season of HBO’s “Game of Thrones” prequel as a “cold war in process.”
“And that’s really because of the dragons,” Condal told Variety at the Season 2 premiere Monday night in New York City. “Everybody’s terrified of launching mutually assured destruction and burning down the kingdom that they’re trying to rule over.”
“House of the Dragon” Season 2 will continue to chronicle the royal succession civil war, known as the Dance of Dragons, between two rival factions of House Targaryen: the greens and the blacks.
“I think I was most excited to explore the exchange of power,” Olivia Cooke said of her character, Alicent Hightower. “She was at the height of her power come the end of Season 1, and now her son’s on the throne, making her the Queen Dowager. I don’t think she’s really...
“And that’s really because of the dragons,” Condal told Variety at the Season 2 premiere Monday night in New York City. “Everybody’s terrified of launching mutually assured destruction and burning down the kingdom that they’re trying to rule over.”
“House of the Dragon” Season 2 will continue to chronicle the royal succession civil war, known as the Dance of Dragons, between two rival factions of House Targaryen: the greens and the blacks.
“I think I was most excited to explore the exchange of power,” Olivia Cooke said of her character, Alicent Hightower. “She was at the height of her power come the end of Season 1, and now her son’s on the throne, making her the Queen Dowager. I don’t think she’s really...
- 6/6/2024
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
Short answer: Yes, Max is currently offering a free one-week trial of its service for all new users. You can take advantage of the offer on the Max With Ads, Ad-Free, and Ultimate Ad-Free plans. However, it is only available for a limited time through June 23, 2024. 7-Day Free Trial $9.99+ / month Max.com
For a limited time, get Max Free for 1 week! Offer ends June 23.
In an entertainment environment with a dizzying number of options, free trials are an excellent way to test the waters of a service before deciding whether or not you want to commit to paying for a service. Throughout its history, the Warner Bros. Discovery-owned streaming service now known as Max has had an inconsistent history of free trials, but for more than two weeks in June, the platform will be extending a one-week free trial to new customers from June 6 through June 23.
This will allow viewers...
For a limited time, get Max Free for 1 week! Offer ends June 23.
In an entertainment environment with a dizzying number of options, free trials are an excellent way to test the waters of a service before deciding whether or not you want to commit to paying for a service. Throughout its history, the Warner Bros. Discovery-owned streaming service now known as Max has had an inconsistent history of free trials, but for more than two weeks in June, the platform will be extending a one-week free trial to new customers from June 6 through June 23.
This will allow viewers...
- 6/6/2024
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
Although House of the Dragon was intense from the beginning, the first season was written as an introduction to the story that will take place in season 2. Viewers got to know the characters, get into the plot, pick their personal favorites, and start rooting for them.
Season 2, however, is about to change everything, as both branches of the Targaryen family will enter the battlefield to start a real war for the Iron Throne. While most fans may have already decided whether they're Team Green or Team Black, the events of the upcoming episodes are likely to change that.
What Happens to Alicent Hightower in House of the Dragon Season 2?
Even though many viewers came to despise Alicent Hightower during the first season, there is still a chance for her to either redeem herself or attract more attention by becoming even more unhinged. Knowing how George R.R. Martin's adaptations tend to go,...
Season 2, however, is about to change everything, as both branches of the Targaryen family will enter the battlefield to start a real war for the Iron Throne. While most fans may have already decided whether they're Team Green or Team Black, the events of the upcoming episodes are likely to change that.
What Happens to Alicent Hightower in House of the Dragon Season 2?
Even though many viewers came to despise Alicent Hightower during the first season, there is still a chance for her to either redeem herself or attract more attention by becoming even more unhinged. Knowing how George R.R. Martin's adaptations tend to go,...
- 6/6/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. The news articles, Tweets, and blog posts do not represent IMDb's opinions nor can we guarantee that the reporting therein is completely factual. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy.