House of the Dragonhas become a smash-hit for HBO and its streaming service, HBOMax.

Season 2 Renewal

House of the DragonPremiered on August 21, 2022.

The series is HBOs first new series to stream in 4K and Dolby on HBOMax.

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The episodes were released to generally positive reviews, with Rotten Tomato scores over 85%.

Five days after the shows release, HBO announced thatHouse of the Dragonwould be renewed for season 2.

Then again, this ultimately depends on their fates at the end of the first season.

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Premise

The premise of season 2 is still relatively unknown.

However, fans already have confirmed that both Princess Rhaenys Targaryen and Ser Criston Cole will be returning.

What Does the Book Say?

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Has George R.R.

Martin made Any Comments?

George R. R. Martin is the creative mastermind behindGame of ThronesandHouse of the Dragon.

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His bestselling seriesA Song of Ice and Fireinspired the HBO phenomenon.

Therefore, a clear plotline will be established from the get-go.

Lets just say season 2 is a ways away.

Corlys Velaryon (Steve Toussaint) at the council table in House of the Dragon

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Ser Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel) donning knight gear in HBO’s House of the Dragon (2022)

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George R. R. Martin on the Game of Thrones set

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Milly Alcock and Matt Smith in House of the Dragon

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Emily Carey as Alicent in House of the Dragon Season 1 in her green dress.

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