It’s a matter of hours. It seemed that it would never come, even several ‘fans’ would have dreamed that it would never happen, but ‘The House of the Dragon’ is very close and ready to revolutionize the world television landscape under the undeniable umbrella of the long-awaited ‘Game of Thrones’. Because that’s what it’s all about, trying to repeat the historic triumph of her illustrious predecessor.
Focused on the history of the Targaryen family, you know who we are talking about, the series places us 200 years before the many unforgettable events that took place in the acclaimed work by David Benioff and DB Weiss, thus establishing a narrative link that, first, will attract millions of viewers. What happens next, of course. It will depend on the level of the proposal itself and the expectations placed on them.
WHO’S WHO THE HOUSE OF THE DRAGON
1 Matt Smith is Daemon Targaryen
Actor of full guarantee the good one of matt smith to play Daemon, little brother of Viserys and his great ally when deciding the successor of Jaeherys I through the Great Council. Expert dragon rider, we will find him in the series being the head of the King’s Landing guard and patiently waiting for the death of his brother to access the long-awaited throne of the Seven Kingdoms. His complicated relationship with his wife, Lady Rhea of Runestone, also promises good dramatic moments.
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two Paddy Considine as Viserys Targaryens
Standing before the arrival of the king. Chosen by the Great Council, Viserys is the leader of the Seven Kingdoms and the person who bears the honor of sitting on the Iron Throne. Played by Paddy Considine, another talent bet, we are facing one of the main characters in this story. It is key to know the way in which his relationship with his cousin Rhaenys, his brother Daemon and his daughter Rhaenyra will develop in the series.
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3 Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower
Second wife of King Viserys and daughter of Otto Hightower, Alicent will be played by the wonderful Olivia Cooke, who will have the opportunity to confirm her acting talent for the umpteenth time. thanks to a character that promises authentic dramatic explosions next to that of Rhaenyra Targaryen. Ambition, crowns and their consequences.
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4 Emma D’Arcy as Rhaenyra Targaryen
Since the series covers several decades, the fascinating character of Rhaenyra Targaryen will be played by two actresses, one focused on the young version (Milly Alcock) and another on the adult phase (Emma D’Arcy). Double effort for the eldest daughter of Viserys, one of the best creations in this universe, a fundamental piece in the plot and the sure protagonist of more than one spectacular scene in the company of dragons.
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5 Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower
Infallible in any cinematographic genre, the great Rhys Ifans will get fully into the skin of the father of Alicent Hightower and Hand of the King, Otto Hightower, dedicated to serving the monarchy of the Seven Kingdoms for years, first with King Jaehaerys I and later with King Viserys. Intelligence, insight and arrogance in the same doses for a character that fits perfectly with the actor in charge of bringing him to life.
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6 Steve Toussaint as Corlys Velaryon
Known as the Serpent of the Sea’Corlys, played by Steve Toussaint, is the head of House Velaryon, an important ally of the Targaryens, especially when it comes to Daemon’s options for the throne. The reasons for his preferences? Several disappointments in terms of inheritance.
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7 Eve Best is Rhaenys Targaryens
Wife of Corlys, daughter of Aemon Targaryen, and granddaughter of Jaehaerys I, Rhaenys is actually the cousin of King Viserys. Known as the “Queen That Couldn’t Be”, Rhaneys is another of the characters destined to mark the dramatic greatness of ‘The House of the Dragon’especially after losing her chances of accessing the Iron Throne after the decision of the Great Council, which was made taking into account that she was a woman.
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8 Sonoya Mizuno as Mysaria
An ally of Prince Daemon Targaryen, Mysaria is a absolutely stunning character in his mystery, freedom, forcefulness and ability to fascinate. Played by Sonoya Mizuno, especially known for her collaborations in almost all the works of the great Alex Garland, here we have another unique piece of the board raised in ‘The House of the Dragon’.
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9 Fabien Frankel as Criston Cole
Swordsmanship Expert, his talent is known throughout Westeros, Criston Cole holds the position of Commander of King Viserys’s Guard. We’re looking forward to seeing his sharp conflicts with good old Daemon Targaryen.
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In any case, before the recognizable battlefield begins where what is wanted, what is expected and, in the worst case, what is required come together, ‘The House of the Dragon’ is presented as a of the great television events of the year. And we are already preparing to welcome her with open arms and with this guide of characters with which to locate ourselves in the immense map that it proposes.
