The highly anticipated Season 3 of House of the Dragon has been confirmed, following a dramatic end to Season 2 that saw several scenes leaked online. As the show sets up for its next chapter, here’s everything you need to know about what’s coming next.
Release Date
As of now, House of the Dragon Season 3 does not have a confirmed release date. The production of the new season is underway, but given the show’s extensive filming requirements and the gap between Season 1 and Season 2, a release in 2026 seems likely. Fans should expect a summer release to align with previous seasons.
Is This the Final Season?
It’s uncertain whether Season 3 will be the last. While nothing has been confirmed beyond this season, the showrunners have previously hinted at a plan to cover the story across 3-4 seasons. Based on the current narrative pace and the source material, there may be two more seasons needed to fully complete the story.
Cast
The cast for Season 3 will largely remain the same, with a few changes anticipated due to the dramatic events of Season 2. The confirmed and expected cast includes:
- Matt Smith as Daemon Targaryen
- Emma D’Arcy as Rhaenyra Targaryen
- Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower
- Tom Glynn-Carney as Aegon Targaryen
- Ewan Mitchell as Aemond Targaryen
- Fabien Frankel as Ser Criston Cole
- Rhys Ifans as Ser Otto Hightower
- Matthew Needham as Lord Larys Strong
- Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon
- Sonoya Mizuno as Mysaria
- Phia Saban as Helaena Targaryen
- Harry Collett as Jacaerys Velaryon
- Abubakar Salim as Alyn of Hull
- Clinton Liberty as Addam of Hull
- Bethany Antonia as Baela Targaryen
- Phoebe Campbell as Rhaena Targaryen
- Kieran Bew as Hugh Hammer
- Jefferson Hall as Jason/Tyland Lannister
- Gayle Rankin as Alys Rivers
- Freddie Fox as Gwayne Hightower
- Tom Bennett as Ulf White
- Simon Russell Beale as Simon Strong
Plot
Season 2 set the stage for significant conflicts as Rhaenyra Targaryen and her allies prepare for a major battle across Westeros. With Rhaenyra’s dragonseeds giving her a substantial advantage, the focus will be on the approach to King’s Landing and the power struggles within the city. Key plotlines include Rhaenyra’s seven dragons and potential eighth, the movement of Alicent’s forces, and the looming threat posed by Aemond Targaryen and his dragon, Vhagar. The final moments of Season 2 hinted at a complex and intense continuation.
Trailer
As of now, there is no trailer available for Season 3. Filming has not yet begun, so fans will need to wait for further updates. Be sure to keep an eye out for any announcements as production progresses.
