House of the Dragon

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Season 1
  • Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: Aug 21, 2022
Season #: 3, 2, 1
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5.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 615 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 318 out of 615
  2. Mixed: 43 out of 615
  3. Negative: 254 out of 615

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  1. CKhound
    Oct 27, 2022
    10
    A great show that really does take some of the bad tastes out of the last season of Game of Thrones. This is a bit of a different beast though. I love Game of Thrones. And possibly love it slightly more than House of the Dragon, but this is a much different told story. Essentially, where it focuses on one family and one rather small group of main characters that are regularly in contactA great show that really does take some of the bad tastes out of the last season of Game of Thrones. This is a bit of a different beast though. I love Game of Thrones. And possibly love it slightly more than House of the Dragon, but this is a much different told story. Essentially, where it focuses on one family and one rather small group of main characters that are regularly in contact with one, it gives a much different vibe from the Game of Thrones storytelling that has characters that are much removed from one another for seasons, or maybe never met at all. Overall, this has a lot of very good storytelling through character development, and some truly great environment and CGI (the dragons look amazing!). Be careful though, if you are looking for nonstop action, this isn't that. I love action as much as the next person, but this is a season built primarily of story/world building. Be prepared for dialogue, intrigue, and yes, some action. Overall, a perfect show.… Expand
  2. andy_indierock
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    It's great to see the house Mother of Dragons in GoT from, its glory till its demise. Can't wait for episode 2. Lineage of each Houses and why they starting to fight each other as seen in GoT, surely each fan that got no time to read the novels dying to know.
  3. Daimonion
    Sep 7, 2022
    10
    A well made show, not as good as the original GoT but a masterpiece in comparison to Rings of Power
  4. samusmaster64
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Despite the initial apprehension, “House of the Dragon” has succeeded at being a true adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s work. The scale has been peeled back, abandoning long battle sequences for biting words, political intrigue, and character drama. It may take viewers who enjoyed the spectacle of later seasons of “Game of Thrones” a while to get on board, but fans of Martin’s books andDespite the initial apprehension, “House of the Dragon” has succeeded at being a true adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s work. The scale has been peeled back, abandoning long battle sequences for biting words, political intrigue, and character drama. It may take viewers who enjoyed the spectacle of later seasons of “Game of Thrones” a while to get on board, but fans of Martin’s books and the lore of Westeros are in for a treat.… Expand
  5. hydrogen
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    Off to a great start. Great casting and character development. On par for GOT. This will be a great was to understand early history.
  6. iandizion713
    Aug 30, 2022
    10
    The battle of the throne is back and better than ever. Gonna be so epic watching Dragon riders duke it out.
  7. vgmkyle
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    HBO's golden goose isn't going anywhere anytime soon. Production value is stellar, special effects are stellar. I expected the acting to be phony, fake cosplay - but I was completely wrong. The acting is realistic and enjoyable to watch. Is it better than the last two seasons of GOT? Oh, absolutely. 10x times better. I can't wait for the next episode, and this has boosted my interest inHBO's golden goose isn't going anywhere anytime soon. Production value is stellar, special effects are stellar. I expected the acting to be phony, fake cosplay - but I was completely wrong. The acting is realistic and enjoyable to watch. Is it better than the last two seasons of GOT? Oh, absolutely. 10x times better. I can't wait for the next episode, and this has boosted my interest in GOT once more.… Expand
  8. Rooseweld
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing First Episode, Reminded me of the early seasons of game of thrones, can't wait to see how the rest of this season progress.
  9. Yanni_
    Oct 17, 2022
    10
    Absolute joy and pleasure. Adapting Fire and Blood is extremely hard yet they managed to do it greatly. The casting is excellent, the costumes are somptuous, it needs a slow start to expose everything and understand the plot but the more this serie advances the more mindblowing it is. One of the greatest
  10. D3NGZ
    Sep 9, 2022
    10
    3 Episodes in and it is just as good as Game of Thrones ever was.. King Viserys is a flawed "weak" king but with many qualities to him. Rhaenyra played by Milly Alcock is stealing almost every scene shes in and the supporting cast is incredible. Costume design and Dragon CGI is top notch, the Writing and Performance of the actors are very good and authentic, Music is once again flawless..3 Episodes in and it is just as good as Game of Thrones ever was.. King Viserys is a flawed "weak" king but with many qualities to him. Rhaenyra played by Milly Alcock is stealing almost every scene shes in and the supporting cast is incredible. Costume design and Dragon CGI is top notch, the Writing and Performance of the actors are very good and authentic, Music is once again flawless.. so far i cant put it at anything lower than a 10. i will change if it dips in quality but i dont think it will...

    reading some reviewers here it feels like alot of people are just carrying baggage from that all time disaster of season 8.. let it go.    … Expand
  11. Yukee
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    Everything is so perfect! Reminds me of the book. Thank you George R. R. Martin for this beloved histories.
  12. mndk9881
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    به نظر من سریال فوق العاده شروع شد و امید وارم به همین طریق بره جلو ففط نقطه ضعفش مدت زمان سریال که کوتاه.
  13. turdlemckay
    Aug 24, 2022
    10
    I don't like more than I like about it but I'm willing to wait and see. Compared to the competition it is amazing, but still seems to be left wanting.
  14. Irfanullah86
    Aug 25, 2022
    10
    First Episode seems the best. I hope rest of the episodes follow the same path. The pacing was great. VFX and Dolby Atmos support was top notch. The story build up is great. Can't wait for rest of the episodes.
  15. DaveModer
    Aug 25, 2022
    10
    It is really good! It is really good! It is really good! It is really good!
  16. Jacko16
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Hated the last season of GOT, but rating this on its own merits, it was brutal and a solid first episode, felt like S1-S3 of GOT. I'm intrigued and will keep tuning in, hope they can keep it up.
  17. moler
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    Una gran serie a la altura de juego de tronos. Buenos actores. Buen guión. Quiero mas
  18. Sun585
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    Once again: Fun to see anti woke snwoflakes become mad because of castings. Lmfao.
  19. jabloomf1230
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    GoT went into the ditch when it started deviating from GRRM's books. Dragons is chock full of pure GRRM trivia and detail. This may be why the fans love it and many professional critics are baffled. Unlike Tolkien, GRRM's fantasy world is also tinged with science fiction. Also unlike Tolkien, the world's history is more detailed. My advice is to read the books that Dragons is based on. ItGoT went into the ditch when it started deviating from GRRM's books. Dragons is chock full of pure GRRM trivia and detail. This may be why the fans love it and many professional critics are baffled. Unlike Tolkien, GRRM's fantasy world is also tinged with science fiction. Also unlike Tolkien, the world's history is more detailed. My advice is to read the books that Dragons is based on. It helps in understanding the interplay between factions, families and characters.… Expand
  20. alexxxxxxxxxx
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    it’s good y’all just hate for no reason like it’s actually pretty good lovee
  21. TrickyRikke
    Sep 22, 2022
    10
    The good writing of Westeros is back and I am fully invested. While it’s hard to ignore the massive fumble of Game Of Thrones in the later seasons, this show shines on its own. Incredible cast, incredible actors, the writing, cgi, world building, setting and tone are all incredible and very familiar to the feeling the first few seasons of Thrones invoked.
  22. Morgn
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    AMAZING!!! MUST WATCH DESPITE GOT'S FINALE. It has everything to be perfect. Action, lots of drama and great script. Amazing.
  23. MarkoD
    Oct 25, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Definetly must see!!! After game of thrones we have new masterpiece. I agree that in some way there is too much time jumps but thats ok… Expand
  24. saimariejohnson
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    I thoroughly enjoyed the pilot episode for this series. I really liked how they referenced the Song of Fire and Ice and Rhaenerys' character came in with a strong and promising potential that is sure to add to the fire that eventually produces Daenerys "Khaleesi" Targaryen. Excellent ensemble. It is really exciting and I'm very curious to continue seeing more as the series continues.
  25. GoupilSystem
    Sep 6, 2022
    10
    Well I guess I don't care that much about dragons not being childish in GOT, brothels being not hypocrites in GOT, Bran being king in GOT, GOT not being woke... I just really enjoy this show.
  26. victorbutera
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    House of the Dragon debuts in a solid, agile and consistent way with Heirs of the Dragon, which takes us back to the fantastic world of Westeros as if we never said goodbye, the palatial intrigue that haunts King's Landing in GOT is still present which makes us transports to something totally unique and new but with ties to the material we already know through nostalgia
  27. grinwade1
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    Solid first episode. Amazing production value. Cool sets. Awesome wardrobe. Sweet armor.
  28. pedrwwgo
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    Foi maravilhoso voltar a Westeros! Como fã do livro, eu amei demais! Muito promissora.
    Ryan Condal, junto de Miguel e do grandioso George R. R. Martin irão conduzir bem esse show!
  29. zienti
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    Finally we have another story in our beloved universe created by Gorge.R.R Martin
  30. Marcroc
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    AMAZING!!! MUST WATCH DESPITE GOT'S FINALE. It has everything to be perfect. Action, lots of drama and great script. Amazing.
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69

Generally favorable reviews - based on 43 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 43
  3. Negative: 1 out of 43
  1. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    Sep 9, 2022
    70
    Though the acting is exemplary, this grim, glum prequel sorely lacks a Tyrion, an impish jester to puncture the portentousness. [12 - 25 Sep 2022, p.11]
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  2. Sioux City Journal
    Reviewed by: Bruce Miller
    Aug 24, 2022
    70
    It’s mainstream fantasy, blessed with sumptuous costumes, compelling settings and those “Avatar”-like swooping dragons. Dragons, in fact, turn up just when the plot needs them most. When the house seems like it’s going to fall, they’re there to shore it up. ... It’s good; it still has time to be great.
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  3. Salon
    Reviewed by: Melanie McFarland
    Aug 23, 2022
    60
    "House of the Dragon" takes about five episodes to warm up, which corresponds to the amount of time that we spend with the younger actors playing key roles before a time jump necessitates a casting change. ... Rhaenyra is not Daenerys. She doesn't have a hype squad cheering on her murderous inclinations – yet – or an unearned sense of destiny. She's learning the price of capability and lessons about what it means to be a Targaryen, and a woman, from noble sources and unseemly ones. That combination of influences makes her an enigmatic guide back to a land we haven't forgotten, yet aren't entirely sure we've missed very much.
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