HBO has shared the first official trailer for House of the Dragon, the platform’s upcoming Game of Thrones prequel series based on George R. R. Martin’s novel Fire and Blood.
Set 200 years before the events of the original Game of Thrones series, the show follows the turbulent decline of House Targaryen and the start of the Targaryen Civil War. Specifically, a fight broke out between siblings Aegon II and Rhaenyra, who fought for the throne following the death of their father, and tensions rose between the houses in Westeros.
House of the Dragon stars Paddy Considine as King Viserys I, Matt Smith as Prince Damon Targaryen, Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower, Olivia Cook as Allison Hightower, Emma Darcy as Princess Rhaenyla, and Eve Best as Princess Rhaenys Vallarian. Martin’s executive produced the series with Vince Gerardis and showrunners Miguel Sapochnik and Ryan Condal.
Earlier this year, Martin shared his excitement for the series in a blog post, writing: “Exciting news from London – I learned that filming on the first season of Dragon House has ended.” He later revealed that he had seen a rough cut of the series and confirmed that he “loved” it.
House of the Dragon will premiere on HBO Max on August 21. Watch the official trailer above.
