
As the first "Game of Thrones" spinoff, "House of the Dragon" was both highly anticipated and somewhat dreaded, not least because the former's final season had many viewers feeling let down.
Thankfully, "House of the Dragon" delivered on all fronts, landing great reviews, tons of social buzz, and big ratings. Like its predecessor, "House of the Dragon" is based on author George R.R. Martin's works, primarily the history tome, "Fire and Blood", which chronicles the Targaryen family's exploits over centuries.