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Season 2 – House of the Dragon

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2024

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The reign of House Targaryen begins with this prequel to popular HBO series "Game of Thrones;" based on George R.R. Martin's "Fire & Blood," "House of the Dragon" is set nearly 200 years before the events of "Game of Thrones," telling the story of the Targaryen civil war with King Viserys I Targaryen's children battling for control of the Iron Throne.

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Critics Consensus

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.

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Kaiya Shunyata

RogerEbert.com

While season two of “House of the Dragon” starts strong, it eventually becomes clear that this series is at war with itself.

Aug 28, 2024

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Inkoo Kang

The New Yorker

The new allegiances in the finale satisfyingly blur the lines between the factions, but until war truly begins—and Rhaenyra embraces every aspect of leadership, including the unsavory ones—it’s still all table-setting, no meat.

Aug 9, 2024

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Rachael Sigee

BBC.com

We know already that there is no happy ending, but it has increasingly seemed that the characters themselves agree.

Aug 9, 2024

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Jeff Beck

The Blu Spot

Sadly this sophomore outing ends up being far more languid & uneventful, resulting in a rather curious season where very little happens to advance the plot, leaving the promises & potential of its previous season unfulfilled.

Rated: 3/5

Nov 19, 2024

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Palmer Haasch

Business Insider

It's more evident now that season one, despite its grand scale (and sometimes indulgent dragon sequences), was the setup. Season two is the beginning of the payoff.

Nov 15, 2024

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Mini Anthikad-Chhibber

The Hindu

The satisfactory direction of two character arcs, the forging of new alliances, dragons and riders set against the mandatory striking production values, somewhat offset the disappointing absence of massive, jolly battles

Oct 4, 2024

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Giovanna T

O enredo é, sem dúvida, o ponto alto da série — além da atuação dos atores, claro. É uma trama rica, trágica, cheia de reviravoltas que nos fazem questionar o certo e o errado, além de um clima político carregado que te prende do início ao fim. Mas... o figurino e os efeitos visuais poderiam ter sido mais impactantes, especialmente se tratando da Casa Targaryen — uma das mais lendárias e imponentes de Westeros. Faltou um toque extra de grandiosidade visual à altura da história que está sendo contada. Ainda assim, é impossível não se envolver com o que está por vir.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/26/25

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Cue d

A bit of a disappointing follow up to the 1st season, just in that there was less action than expected for the start of the war of the dragons. But if the next seasons offer a big payoff this review will probably be proven wrong in hindsight.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/25/25

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Audience Member

Kept putting me to sleep. Few good moments but to far and few. Should be approved as a sleep aid.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

04/12/25

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Season 1 : Awesome 👏🏼⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Season 2: Some Awesome moments for sure but Often Slow moving with lackluster writing. Team Dragon Check out your MAX rivals White Lotus & the Last of Us so you can see how tension is built & maintained throughout the season…

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

04/11/25

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Audience Member

If you are a fan of medieval fantasy and want a more realistic setting, then House of the Dragon is for you. Season 1 starts a bit slow and does several time jumps, so it can be a bit confusing. However, I found that season 2 is more action packed yet full of story. I recommend for new people to watch it.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/09/25

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Paul S

Once again it blew me away. This show is amazing, and I was hooked from start to finish. I definitely recommend it for medieval fantasy fans!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/08/25

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Creator

George R.R. Martin

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Matt Smith

Prince Daemon Targaryen

Emma D'Arcy

Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen

Rhys Ifans

Otto Hightower

Steve Toussaint

Lord Corlys Velaryon ("The Sea Snake")

Episode 1

Aired Jun 16, 2024

A Son for a Son

Westeros is on the brink of a bloody civil war as the Green and Black Councils take up arms for King Aegon and Queen Rhaenyra, respectively.

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Episode 2

Aired Jun 23, 2024

Rhaenyra the Cruel

Both Alicent and Rhaenyra are facing the consequences of the murder of king Ageon's heir; Otto schemes to turn the public against her, Rhaenyra questions Daemon´s loyalty.

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Episode 3

Aired Jun 30, 2024

The Burning Mill

As ancient grudges resurface, Rhaenys suggests that Alicent may see reason while the men around her seek bloodshed; Ser Criston proposes a bold scheme; Daemon arrives at Harrenhal to raise an army for the Blacks.

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Episode 4

Aired Jul 7, 2024

The Red Dragon and the Gold

In Rhaenyra and Daemon's absence, Rhaenys tries to steady the Black Council as Cole mounts a campaign into the Crownlands.

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Episode 5

Aired Jul 14, 2024

Regent

As the Greens consider how to fill a void on Aegon´s Council, Daemon tries to persuade the Brackens to bend the knee.

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Episode 6

Aired Jul 21, 2024

Smallfolk

With few options left, Rhaenyra embarks on a risky venture, while Aemond takes steps to reshape the Green Council.

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Episode 7

Aired Jul 28, 2024

The Red Sowing

Rhaenyra looks to gain an advantage by unusual means; Daemon pressures a young liege lord to raise up his bannermen.

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Episode 8

Aired Aug 4, 2024

The Queen Who Ever Was

As Aemond becomes more volatile, Larys plots an escape and Alicent grows more concerned about Helaena's safety; flush with new power, Rhaenyra looks to press her advantage.

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