Who can say no to a superhero movie starringSylvester Stallone? Stallone likely needs no introduction, having starred in such classic films asRocky,First Blood, andThe Expendables. He is alsoStakar Ogord in theGuardians of the Galaxyfranchise. Image via Prime Video Stallone is one of the producers forSamaritanas well. The film is a co-production of Balboa Productions and MGM. His young costar, Javon Wanna Walton, is best known for playing Ashtray inEuphoria. Image via Prime Video...

However, other Houses within the Seven Kingdoms are alsokeen to take part in this squabble. House Hightower in Fire & Blood In theA Song of Ice and Firenovels byGeorge R.R. Martin, House Hightower is among the oldest family dynasties in Westeros. Image via HBO House Hightower swore loyalty to Aegon the Conqueror during the ancient days of Westeros. Like every family in the Seven Kingdoms, House Hightower began plotting against their new allies....

The history of Westeros is one of the richest in pop culture.George R.R. We have all heard the name Nymeria before if you’re at all familiar withGame of Thrones. For trained warriors such as the Rhoynar, an already divided land should be easy to conquer. One of the Dornish lords saw an opportunity with the arrival of the Rhoynar, though. What followed, of course, was more fighting. The biggest blow they suffered was the demise of Mors in a duel against king Yorick Yronwood....

Quick Links Its safe to say that there is much more dragon content coming from HBO. However, soon enough, the protagonist will have to ride her dragon to the battlefield. Caraxes Unlike his niece/wife, Daemon has seen his fair share of bloodshed already. Knighted at a young age, Daemon was dubbed King of the Narrow Sea forhis victory at the Stepstones. Caraxes is his giant, red-scaled dragon. First ridden by Daemon’s uncle Aemon, Caraxes is a slightly deformed dragon in the series....

It looks like the Targaryens still has some fire left in them. House of the Dragonis a series inspired by the bookFire & BloodbyA Song of Ice and FireauthorGeorge R.R. And that was just a glimpse into the intensity brought to Westeros by the white-blond, fiery dynastic line. Martin serves as co-creator and executive producer on the series.Ryan Condalserves alongside Martin as co-creator and executive producer. Condal also serves as co-showrunner alongsideMiguel Sapochnik, who is an executive producer and director on the series....

Rather than a clever reference to the name ofGeorge R.R. What Exactly Is the Song and Ice and Fire? Aegon had a prophetic vision that a terrible winter would begin and thrust the Seven Kingdoms into darkness. Image by Zanda Rice The only way for Westeros to survive is tounite under a Targaryen rulerthat sits on the Iron Throne. Aegon is the renowned ruler whohelped pave the wayfor House Targaryen to lead the seven realms....

There is no bigger weapon in HBOs arsenal thanGame of Thrones. Martinhasyet to conclude the novel series,theGame of Thronesuniverse continues to expand with additional spinoff shows. Game of Throneswas a sensation when it aired. The series earned four Emmy Awards for Best Drama Series and cultivated a loyal fanbase. Here is every spin-off series that has been in development. This sparks conflict with the Kings vengeful brother, Daemon (Matt Smith)....

Game of Thrones, and by extensionHouse of the Dragon, is an inherently political text. The actual sequence in which the City Watch ransacks the city is absolutely horrifying. DirectorMiguel Sapochnikjuxtaposes images of the Goldcloaks callously celebrating with the raw horror of the common people. Image via HBO Its also clear what the consequences of Daemons action are on The Kings Council. As the Council debates Daemons activities, each member shows their true colors....

The Iron Throne is up for grabs. The first episode ofHouse of the Dragonfeatures not just one, but two succession disputes. After all, he had a prophetic dream… Unsurprisingly, Viserys chooses his son. Image via HBO Lord Hightower advises the king to name a successor to avoid Daemons rise to power. The king is annoyed by the councils insistence that he name an heir. After all, he has just said goodbye to his wife and son....

Collider: How do you wrap your head around playing a king in a world like this? PADDY CONSIDINE: Yeah. I tried to make him as human as possible in this world. I thought he was a rarity in this world. There wasnt this tyrannical character that wed seen in the past. He wasnt this terrible ruler. Image via HBO These conflicts are more on a family level. I thought he was different, thats for sure....

By comparison,House of the Dragonsets up a rather straightforward battle for the fate of the Seven Kingdoms. House of the Dragontakes place approximately 190 years before the events ofGame of Thrones. Aegons domination places House Targaryen in control of the realm. Image via HBO Although a dangerous procedure is performed to save the child, both Aemma and her son die. This leaves Viserys heartbroken. This strikes up multiple issues. Image via HBO...

It is an early indication of how all their fancy titles and authority is paved with brutality. All their wealth and power are reliant on the subjugation of those living under their thumb. That is where Aemma finds herself. Image via HBO There is no honor in this decision, only a complete and utter disregard for her well-being. They have been given this because of a family name, nothing more....

House of the Dragonkeeps the political turmoil of the Seven Kingdoms contained to the titular House Targaryen. Viserys expects the royal line of succession to pass to his firstborn male heir. However, tragedy strikes Kings Landing when both the Queen and her stillborn son die during the birthing process. Image via HBO The Heirs of the Dragon focuses on a younger version of Rhaenyra, played by newcomerMilly Alcock. However, it was her role in the seriesUprightthat announced her as a standout actress of the generation....