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Will "Dragon" do right by its queens?

The "Game of Thrones" prequel has a chance to show us noble, ambitious women who aren't schemers or power mad

Salon

Westeros v Middle Earth: Two epic fantasies go head-to-head

It's a looming battle between Westeros and Middle earth, as House of the Dragon and Lord of the Rings series land on opposing streaming services

The New Daily

'House of the Dragon' Ratings Boost as 'Rings of Power' Nears

As "House of the Dragon" debuted to nearly 10 million US viewers this weekend, HBO appears to have claimed first blood in its much-hyped TV fantasy epic showdown with Amazon's upcoming "Lord of the Rings" prequel. Set in the same Medieval-inspired Westeros world as smash hit "Game of Thrones," "House…

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House of the Dragon review – this Game of Thrones prequel is gorgeous, opulent television

George RR Martin’s world struts its way back on to our screens with utter confidence and brio. As captivating as it is gruesome, it’s like a greatest hits playlist of Westeros at its meatiest

The Guardian - UK

Who's who in 'House of the Dragon'? Here's our guide to the key characters

"Game of Thrones" introduced audiences to the various houses, great and small, that populate the lands in and around Westeros — starting with the Targaryens, Starks, Baratheons and Lannisters. Set almost 200 years before the events of the flagship series, "House of the Dragon," which premiered Sunday on HBO, depicts…

Los Angeles Times

How 'House of the Dragon' pulled off the 'extreme' scene that sets its story in motion

If there's anything viewers learned over eight seasons of "Game of Thrones," it's that, in Westeros, no one is too important or too beloved to suffer a sudden, horrible death.

Los Angeles Times

Who can ride a dragon? 'House of the Dragon' and the Targaryens, explained

The Targaryens are the best-known dragonriders in Westeros. That doesn't mean they're the only ones.

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House of the Dragon, the Game of Thrones prequel, is coming. Here's what you need to know if you haven't read the book

The Game of Thrones ending left plenty cold, but HBO is hoping House of the Dragon will warm everyone up to Westeros again. Here's what you need to know.

ABC News

Where is House of the Dragon filmed?

Game of Thrones spin-off show House of the Dragon will treat fans to a new look at Westeros, 200 years before the original show. Locations include the UK, Spain and Portugal.

Daily Record

A new ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff series premieres this week. How are fans preparing?

When the 73rd and final episode of “Game of Thrones” premiered on HBO in May 2019, the fan reaction was ... mixed at best. After investing years into the world of Westeros and witnessing countless bloody betrothals, backstabbings and beheadings, viewers were left a little unsatisfied with who ascended to…

Tribune News Service

House of the Dragon: everything you need to know about Sky’s Game of Thrones spinoff before it airs on Sunday

Expectations are huge ahead of new series House of the Dragon, which arrives this weekend. Here is what you need to get up to speed

Evening Standard

Return of the dragons

Three years after the end of Game Of Thrones, it feels good to revisit Westeros as HBO is set to premiere the first season of the long-awaited House Of The Dragon. The new series stars a new cast, including Paddy Considine, Tom Glynn-Carney, Olivia Cooke, Emma D'Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Eve…

Bangkok Post

'House of the Dragon' trailer breakdown: 7 characters you need to know

The latest 'House of the Dragon' trailer is full of memorable faces. That said, here are the seven characters that fans need to know heading into the 'Game of Thrones' prequel's August premiere.

Inverse

'House of the Dragon' trailer reveals a crucial 'Game of Thrones' location

Our first glimpse at HBO's follow up to 'Game of Thrones' reveals a complicated web of political espionage -- and, of course, dragons.

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Evening Standard

House of the Dragon trailer 3 is released: Who’s who in the Game of Thrones spinoff?

The dragons are back: hear them roar

Benzinga

Aquaman Could Be Headed To Minecraft World With Movie Deal: Here Are The Details

After helping to bring the worlds of Atlantis and Westeros to the small screen and big screen, Jason Momoa could help bring another world to life, the world of Minecraft.

Inverse

'House of the Dragon' will give us one epic showdown 'Game of Thrones' never did

'House of the Dragon' has the potential to be even more epic than 'Game of Thrones.' Here's why the prequel show's setting makes it required viewing for fantasy fans.

The Independent UK

House of the Dragon: George RR Martin says new Game of Thrones spin-off ‘has wrapped’

Author also offered updates on further books and shows set in the world of Westeros

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The Independent UK

George RR Martin says new Game of Thrones spin-off ‘has wrapped’

Author also offered updates on further books and shows set in the world of Westeros

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