How to stream 'House of the Dragon' Season 2? All you need to know about returning 'Game of Thrones' prequel
Show name: House of the Dragon Season 2
Platform: HBO Max
Date of release: June 16, 2024
Country of origin: United States
Genre: Action/Adventure/Fantasy
Directors: Alan Taylor, Clare Kilner, Geeta Patel
Full cast list: Emma D'Arcy, Matt Smith, Rhys Ifans, Olivia Cooke, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Bethany Antonia, and others
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 is set to premiere on Sunday, June 16, on HBO and Max. This highly anticipated season will continue the epic saga of Prince Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith), set centuries before the events of 'Game of Thrones'.
Despite having fewer episodes compared to its 10-episode predecessor, 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 will feature an episode that stands out for its length. The second episode of Season 2 is set to be the longest installment in the show's history.
What happened in 'House of the Dragon' Season 1?
'House of the Dragon' Season 1 focuses on an internal power struggle within House Targaryen, a prominent family known for their dragons, occurring 172 years before the birth of Daenerys Targaryen (Emilia Clarke).
Despite King Viserys I Targaryen's (Paddy Considine) decision to name his daughter Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) as his heir, he married Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra's best friend, and had a son named Aegon II (Tom Glynn-Carney) with her. Later on, Alicent wasted no time in promoting Aegon II as the rightful successor to the throne leading to a bitter conflict over the succession.
Alicent, along with the Lord Commander of the Royal Guard, Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel), Rhaenyra's former lover, successfully crowned Aegon II as king before the people.
Rhaenyra also proclaimed herself queen among her supporters. This led to confrontation between the two factions. The fight ended up with the killing of Rhaenyra's son, Lucerys (Elliot Grihault), at the hands of Alicent's second son, Aemond (Ewan Mitchell).
What is the plot of 'House of the Dragon' Season 2?
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 delves deeper into the tumultuous aftermath of King Viserys I Targaryen's death, which sparks a bitter power struggle between his heirs, Rhaenyra and Prince Aegon II.
The official synopsis of the series reads, "After the death of their father, two siblings fight for the throne, thereby causing a civil war known as the Dance of the Dragons."
The plot details of 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 are being kept secret, but showrunner Ryan Condal revealed to The Hollywood Reporter that the upcoming season will introduce a host of new characters and epic battles.
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 main cast
Matt Smith
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Matt Smith is set to return as Daemon Targaryen in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2. As one of the central characters in the series, Daemon is known for his charisma, strategic prowess, and enigmatic nature.
Smith is a well-known actor whose career took off in 2007 with his first major television role in the BBC political drama series 'Party Animals'.
Some of his notable works include 'Pride and Prejudice and Zombies', 'Patient Zero', 'Charlie Says', 'Last Night in Soho', 'Starve Acre', 'The Crown', and 'Doctor Who'.
Emma D'Arcy
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Emma D'Arcy is best known for their roles in the BBC drama 'Wanderlust'. Emma plays Rhaenyra Targaryen in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2.
In 2020, Emma portrayed the character Sonia Richter in the Amazon Prime Video action drama streaming series 'Hanna', showcasing their versatility and gaining further recognition for their acting skills.
Some of Emma's notable works include 'United Strong Alone', 'O Holy Ghost', 'Misbehavior', 'Mothering Sunday', 'Wild Bill', and 'Truth Seekers'.
Olivia Cooke
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Olivia Cooke is a renowned actress known for her versatility and captivating performances across film, television, and theater. Rising to fame with her breakout role in the television series 'Bates Motel', Cooke has since starred in a variety of acclaimed projects, showcasing her talent and range as an actress.
She plays Alicent Hightower, a key character in the tumultuous Targaryen civil war, in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2. She plays a pivotal role in the political machinations and power struggles within House Targaryen.
Some of Cooke's notable works include 'Me and Earl and the Dying Girl', 'Ready Player One', 'Sound of Metal', 'The Secret of Crickley Hall', 'Blackout', 'Modern Love', and 'Slow Horses'.
How to stream 'House of the Dragon' Season 2?
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 will be available for streaming from Sunday, June 16, on HBO and Max.
One needs Max membership to watch this captivating series. If you don't have access, a basic Max subscription with ads costs $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year. For an ad-free experience, the subscription is $15.00 per month or $149.99 for a year.
With the ad-free tier, users can download up to 30 shows or movies for offline viewing. Max also offers an 'Ultimate' subscription tier, which is ad-free and permits streaming on four devices at once.
The Ultimate plan costs $19.99 per month or $199.99 for a 12-month subscription.
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 trailer