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A ‘Game of Thrones’ movie is coming and now I’m worried — here’s why

A 'Game of Thrones' movie may finally be happening. Here's what we've heard about our next potential return to Westeros right now.

Tom’s Guide

HBO’s House of the Dragon was inspired by a medieval dynastic struggle over a female ruler

Author George R R Martin has made no secret of the real-life medieval inspiration for House of the Dragon.

The New Daily

HBO's 'House of the Dragon' was inspired by a real medieval dynastic struggle over a female ruler

In three decades of teaching medieval European history, I’ve noticed my students are especially curious about the intersection of the stories told in class and the depictions of the Middle Ages they see in movies and television.

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'House of the Dragon' Season 2 will bring back Game of Thrones’ most iconic family

Westeros’ most iconic family has a role to play in the upcoming conflict.

Inverse

The striking parallels between Scottish history and the House of the Dragon

HOUSE of the Dragon has brought the world of Westeros back to the silver screen in fiery form. The epic tale of dynastic ambition, destructive…

The National (Scotland)

Kim Kardashian beheads enemy in hilarious House of the Dragon spoof with James Corden

The Targashians take over Westeros in parody video

The Independent UK

Why did House of the Dragon ever want us to doubt just how evil Daemon is?

There’s no shortage of villains in Westeros, writes Amanda Whiting. What makes Daemon stand out most is occasional goodness

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House of the Dragon recap: episode four – sex and laughs return to Westeros at last

Rhaenyra endures hilarious proposals from older men and young lads, but finds her solace elsewhere. What a surprising, even miraculous piece of television

The Guardian - UK

‘I expected both to be cheap cash-ins’: readers’ verdicts on House of the Dragon and Lord of the Rings

Costumes, sets, CGI, scripts and performances go under the spotlight – as readers weigh up the new ventures into Middle-earth and Westeros

The Guardian - UK

Bypass Westeros and head to Middle-earth

In the battle between dragons and elves, Prime Video bankrolls a glorious play for the streaming fantasy throne

Salon

'House of the Dragon' Episode 2 ending explained: How the Targaryen civil war begins

'House' of the Dragon Episode 2 ends with King Viserys Targaryen making a decision that will echo through Westeros history, but not in the way that you think.

Inverse

Will "Dragon" do right by its queens?

The "Game of Thrones" prequel has a chance to show us noble, ambitious women who aren't schemers or power mad

Salon

Westeros v Middle Earth: Two epic fantasies go head-to-head

It's a looming battle between Westeros and Middle earth, as House of the Dragon and Lord of the Rings series land on opposing streaming services

The New Daily

'House of the Dragon' Ratings Boost as 'Rings of Power' Nears

As "House of the Dragon" debuted to nearly 10 million US viewers this weekend, HBO appears to have claimed first blood in its much-hyped TV fantasy epic showdown with Amazon's upcoming "Lord of the Rings" prequel. Set in the same Medieval-inspired Westeros world as smash hit "Game of Thrones," "House…

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The Guardian - UK

House of the Dragon review – this Game of Thrones prequel is gorgeous, opulent television

George RR Martin’s world struts its way back on to our screens with utter confidence and brio. As captivating as it is gruesome, it’s like a greatest hits playlist of Westeros at its meatiest

Los Angeles Times

Who's who in 'House of the Dragon'? Here's our guide to the key characters

"Game of Thrones" introduced audiences to the various houses, great and small, that populate the lands in and around Westeros — starting with the Targaryens, Starks, Baratheons and Lannisters. Set almost 200 years before the events of the flagship series, "House of the Dragon," which premiered Sunday on HBO, depicts…

Los Angeles Times

How 'House of the Dragon' pulled off the 'extreme' scene that sets its story in motion

If there's anything viewers learned over eight seasons of "Game of Thrones," it's that, in Westeros, no one is too important or too beloved to suffer a sudden, horrible death.

Inverse

Who can ride a dragon? 'House of the Dragon' and the Targaryens, explained

The Targaryens are the best-known dragonriders in Westeros. That doesn't mean they're the only ones.

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House of the Dragon, the Game of Thrones prequel, is coming. Here's what you need to know if you haven't read the book

The Game of Thrones ending left plenty cold, but HBO is hoping House of the Dragon will warm everyone up to Westeros again. Here's what you need to know.

Daily Record

Where is House of the Dragon filmed?

Game of Thrones spin-off show House of the Dragon will treat fans to a new look at Westeros, 200 years before the original show. Locations include the UK, Spain and Portugal.

Tribune News Service

A new ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff series premieres this week. How are fans preparing?

When the 73rd and final episode of “Game of Thrones” premiered on HBO in May 2019, the fan reaction was ... mixed at best. After investing years into the world of Westeros and witnessing countless bloody betrothals, backstabbings and beheadings, viewers were left a little unsatisfied with who ascended to…

Evening Standard

House of the Dragon: everything you need to know about Sky’s Game of Thrones spinoff before it airs on Sunday

Expectations are huge ahead of new series House of the Dragon, which arrives this weekend. Here is what you need to get up to speed

Bangkok Post

Return of the dragons

Three years after the end of Game Of Thrones, it feels good to revisit Westeros as HBO is set to premiere the first season of the long-awaited House Of The Dragon. The new series stars a new cast, including Paddy Considine, Tom Glynn-Carney, Olivia Cooke, Emma D'Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Eve…

AFP

'Thrones' creator brings Westeros back to Comic-Con

San Diego (AFP) - Three years on from "Game of Thrones," author George RR Martin and the cast of new prequel "House of the Dragon" discussed the daunting challenge of following up HBO's wildly popular series at Comic-Con on Saturday.

Inverse

'House of the Dragon' trailer breakdown: 7 characters you need to know

The latest 'House of the Dragon' trailer is full of memorable faces. That said, here are the seven characters that fans need to know heading into the 'Game of Thrones' prequel's August premiere.

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