Sapochniks exit from the show was announced after the first two episodes of theGame of Thronesprequel series had aired.

Despite his disappointment at seeing the showrunner leave, the actor acknowledges that he understands the decision.

Ryan rang me, because I’ve been shooting something in Belgium.

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

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And it’s Miguel’s decision.

So I was disappointed.

When we were doing the premiere in London, I was having a chat with Alex, his wife…

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This is before, obviously, we knew.

It was full-on with him, because he was constant.

Of course, he had to direct and do his own bits, obviously his own episodes.

House of the Dragon

I think the world’s his oyster, because he’s so incredibly talented.

House of the Dragonis based on the works ofGeorge R. R. Martinjust like itsGame of Thronespredecessor.

House of the Dragonpremieres new episodes on Sundays on HBO and HBO Max.