Clips from the episode, originallyslated for an official premiere on August 4, were posted online Tuesday night.
In response, HBO issued a statement acknowledging the leak.
We are aware that clips from theHouse of the Dragonseason finale have surfaced across social media platforms.
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The clips were posted after an unintentional release from an international third-party distributor.
This incident marks the second consecutive season finale ofHouse of the Dragonto leak ahead of schedule.
What Other Leaks Have Plagued ‘Game of Thrones’?
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These leaks were attributed to screeners provided to reviewers and media, which were subsequently shared on piracy websites.
Perhaps the most notorious incident occurredduring Season 7.
The leaked episode quickly spread online, even before its official airing, leading to widespread piracy.
The reign of House Targaryen begins with this prequel to the popular HBO seriesGame of Thrones.Based on George R.R. Martin’sFire & Blood,House of the Dragonis set nearly 200 years beforeGame of Thrones, telling the story of the Targaryen civil war with King Viserys.
The final season was also not immune to leaks.
Key plot points and scenes appeared online ahead of the episodes, including detailed descriptions and partial video footage.
These leaks were speculated to have originated from internal sources or international distribution channels.
