WATCH: House of the Dragon teaser clips released
Last updated 23rd Dec 2021
HBO Max unveiled a first look promo video, teasing footage from upcoming shows and movies that will be featured in 2022.
Included was the much-anticipated Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon.
This latest footage shows a snippet with Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith) carrying a torch, and another includes an ominous clip of someone with a huge ring clutching a sword.
A Targaryen character can be seen walking towards the iconic Iron Throne, as Daemon is heard saying, 'Dreams didn't make us kings. Dragons did.'
Based on George R. R. Martin’s Fire and Blood, this series focuses on the history of the Targaryen family and is set two centuries before the events of the A Song of Ice and Fire novels, which Game of Thrones was based on.
House of the Dragon will focus on a particular part of the Targaryen history: The Dance of Dragons. It was a bloody and brutal Targaryen civil war that takes place 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones.
Watch the 2022 HBO teaser 👇
Which actors are in House of the Dragon?
Paddy Considine as King Viserys Targaryen
Viserys was chosen by the lords of Westeros to succeed the Old King, Jaehaerys Targaryen. A warm, kind, and decent man - but as we’ve learned from Game of Thrones, good men do not necessarily make for great kings.
Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower
Olivia’s the daughter of Otto Hightower, the Hand of the King, and the most attractive woman in the Seven Kingdoms. She possesses both a courtly grace and a keen political acumen.
Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower
The Hand of the King, Ser Otto loyally and faithfully serves both his king and his realm. As the Hand sees it, the greatest threat to the realm is the king's brother, Daemon, and his position as heir to the throne.
Emma D’Arcy as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen
The king’s first-born child, Rhaenyra is of pure Valyrian blood and is a skilled dragonrider. Her only downfall is that she was not born a man.
Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen
The younger brother of King Viserys and heir to the throne, Daemon is a peerless warrior and a dragonrider who possesses the true blood of the dragon.
Opening in Feb 2022 is the all new Game of Thrones Studio Tour in Banbridge.
Be transported into the very heart of Westeros, complete with breathtaking imagery, captivating sets, original props and costumes and more behind-the-scenes elements from the hit HBO series.
Fans can step inside the iconic Great Hall at Winterfell where Jon Snow was proclaimed the “King in the North,” see Daenerys Targaryen’s imposing Dragonstone throne, delve into the incredible props, weaponry and visual effects of Game of Thrones and learn more about the skills and craftmanship that helped bring the show to life on screen.
Enjoy some sneak peek pictures captured from the tour 👇
Step into the magical land of Westeros in the heart of Co Down.
Begin your journey from beyond the wall.
Take a closer look at the 'Production Design Gallery' - where the show first comes to life.
Learn how some of the award-winning and revolutionary special effects were created for the show.
Costumes from the show's biggest characters are proudly on display.
Discover drawings and sketches from the shows creators during the pre-production phase.
Explore the Armoury Workshop.
Dragonstone's Maproom is on display, featuring costumes and props used when filming
Some of the colourful costumes from across the series are on display.
Take a closer look at the incredible detail of House Tyrell's costumes
King's Landing's iconic map
Uncover some of the hidden details of the show, like these map markers used before battle scenes.
Go behind the screen and explore the Prosthetics Department - it will blow your mind!
Don't miss your chance to uncover the charms of the Red Keep.
The attention to detail on each piece is remarkable
The Crypts of Winterfell
Who doesn't love a selfie or two?
Roam the Great Hall of Winterfell dressed for a feast
Can you guess each Stark character in the Winterfell's Great Hall
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