House of Dragon: A Cast of Fire and Blood
Meet the Targaryens and Their Allies
HBO's highly anticipated prequel to Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, invites viewers into the tumultuous world of House Targaryen. The series boasts an impressive cast of characters, both familiar and new, who bring George R.R. Martin's rich and complex world to life.
Leading the charge is Paddy Considine as King Viserys I Targaryen, a kind and gentle ruler but indecisive under pressure. His wife, Queen Alicent Hightower, is portrayed by Olivia Cooke, a determined and ambitious woman who will stop at nothing to protect her children's claim to the throne.
Secondary Characters
The supporting cast includes Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen, Viserys' younger brother and a skilled warrior with a fiery temper; Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower, the Hand of the King and a cunning manipulator; and Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon, the wealthiest man in Westeros and a renowned seafarer.
Recurring Characters
Among the many recurring characters, viewers will encounter Emily Carey as young Alicent Hightower; Milly Alcock as young Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen, Viserys' daughter and heir; and Tom Glynn-Carney as Aegon Targaryen, Alicent's eldest son.
With its rich cast of characters, House of the Dragon promises to delve deeply into the intricate relationships, political alliances, and epic battles that shaped the destiny of the Targaryen dynasty.
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