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Sam Cook

First look at Rhys Ifans' performance in Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon

Following the release of the first trailer for Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon, fans were treated to their first look at Rhys Ifans’ character - and he looks rather different to usual. Ifans will play Ser Otto Hightower, Lady Alicient’s (Olivia Cooke) father and the Hand of the King.

The actor, who is best-known for his roles in Twin Town and Notting Hill, looks like he has bulked up for his latest role and is decked out in full Game of Thrones garb. In the new trailer, Ser Otto features briefly as he prepares to do battle with Doctor Who star Matt Smith's character, Daemon Targaryen. The two eye each other up as they look set to go head to head.

Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower and Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower in the Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon (Ollie Upton/HBO/PA Wire)
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