'House of the Dragon' Season 2 fans 'can't unsee' Aegon's uncanny resemblance to 'Stranger Things' star
Contains spoilers
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 premiered on June 16, 2024, on HBO, and fans who have waited with bated breath for two years to see their favorite action-adventure series can't get enough of it.
As the series heads toward the Dance of the Dragons and the Green and Black factions prepare to go to war, eagle-eyed fans notice an uncanny resemblance from the first season and they can't stop talking about it.
Fans found a resemblance between Ty Tennant who played the character of the younger version of Aegon II Targaryen and Finn Wolfhard who plays the character of Mike Wheeler in Netflix's 'Stranger Things'
Fans point out the resemblance between Mike Wheeler and Aegon II Targaryen
The resemblance was so uncanny that some fans almost assumed it was Finn Wolfhard who played the younger version of Aegon II Targaryen. A Reddit user wrote, "I seriously just assumed it was the Stranger Things actor. Sometimes it's really funny to be wrong." Another Reddit user commented, "Omg I thought this too."
Another Reddit user thought Finn was fit to play Daeron Targaryen who was mentioned in Season 2 Episode 2 but has not been shown in the series yet. The user said, "Finn could play Daeron". The physical features certainly make him the perfect fit. Another Reddit user cheekily said, "Multiverse".
Fans also didn't seem to agree with the casting choice of Tom Glynn-Carney as the older version of Aegon after Ty had already played the role. A Reddit user said, "I don’t understand why that kid was ever in it. He seemed as old if not older than the last actor. And I’m pretty sure he’s taller. Made things unnecessarily confusing."
Another Reddit user added,"Looks wise, sure young Aegon doesn’t look much like older Aegon but in terms of height in the book it’s stated that Aegon WAS taller than Aemond in childhood but Aemond soon ourgrew him when they were adults, so the height at least is lore accurate" pointing to the difference between the 'Fire and Blood' and 'House of the Dragon'.
What happens to Aegon II Targaryen in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2?
Aegon II Targaryen is the incumbent King and in the early part of the season, he is finding his way as the ruler of the Seven Kingdoms. As per the book, as the two factions go to war, Aegon's decision-making will play an important part in Greens losing initiative.
In Episode 2, we saw Aegon take a hasty decision as he removed his grandfather Ser Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans) from the position of Hand of the Kind and appointed Ser Criston Cole in that positon.
As the Battle of Rook's rest happens, Aegon and his dragon Sunfyre will be severely injured and Aegon will be unfit to rule as Aemond takes his place temporarily. When Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D'Arcy) takes King's Landing, Aegon escapes and is not found for a long time.
Aegon does have the last laugh against Rhaenyra as he ultimately feeds her to his dragon. He doesn't win the war however as it is Rhaenyra's son Aegon III Targaryen who finally wins the war.
How to stream 'House of the Dragon' Season 2?
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 premiered on HBO Max on Sunday, June 16, 2024, with new episodes dropping every Sunday. To watch the series, you will need a Max Subscription.
The streaming platform typically offers three packages that you can choose from depending on your budget.
The low-cost plan that supports advertising costs $9.99 per month or $99.99 annually. The second package, which does not support advertising, costs $15.99 per month or $149.99 annually.
Meanwhile, the third package, titled Ultimate Ad-Free, costs $19.99 per month or $199.99 annually.
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 trailer
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 premiered on June 16, 2024, on HBO.
