If you’re anything like us, your heart probably did a little somersault when you heard the news: House of the Dragon is swooping back onto our screens with its second season on June 17, exclusively on HBO and HBO GO. Trust us when we say, the excitement is real and it’s contagious.
In a masterful move that’s got everyone talking, Francesca Orsi, HBO’s EVP and the brain behind HBO Drama Series & Films, unveiled not one, but two “dueling” trailers during Series Mania in France. These trailers aren’t just any teasers; they’re a cinematic call to arms, inviting us all to pick a side in the impending Targaryen civil war. Will you stand with the Greens or rally with the Blacks? Each trailer offers a glimpse into the factions vying for the Iron Throne, and honestly, choosing a side has never been more thrilling.
This season is set to dive deeper into the lore of George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” taking us 200 years before the events that had us glued to our screens in Game of Thrones. It’s a time when the Targaryen house was at the peak of its dragon-riding, kingdom-conquering glory, but also on the brink of tearing itself apart.
The returning cast, featuring fan favorites like Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, and Emma D’Arcy, promise performances that will keep us on the edge of our seats. And with the introduction of new characters like Abubakar Salim’s Alyn of Hull and Freddie Fox’s Ser Gwayne Hightower, this season is gearing up to be a rollercoaster of alliances, betrayals, and epic battles.
Season two of House of the Dragon isn’t just a TV show; it’s an event, a cultural moment that beckons to fans old and new. So, whether you’re here for the intricate plotlines, the breathtaking visuals, or simply to see some dragons in action, June 17 can’t come soon enough.
Let the countdown begin!
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