House of the Dragon release date in India: OTT platform streaming, cast, complete season episode details

House of the Dragon release date in India: 'Game of Thrones' is back in the form of prequel 'House of The Dragon' with an all-new cast. House of the Dragon has been released worldwide on August 22. It is streaming on Disney+ Hotstar. The series made debut on HBO on August 21. Notably,  Game of Thrones (2011-2019) is the most-viewed series for HBO globally.

House of The Dragon Season 1 will consist of 10 episodes telling the story of a generational war among the Targaryens. The new series is based on author George R.R. Martin`s book "Fire & Blood." It`s been three years since HBO`s juggernaut show "Game of Thrones" came to a close.

Now, the history of the throne is being examined in the prequel "House of the Dragon," which charts how the House of Targaryen falls into civil war.    

The show starts with King Viserys Targaryen (Paddy Considine) having to choose an heir, either his dutiful daughter, Princess Rhaenyra, or his wayward and violent brother, Prince Daemon.

"House of The Dragon," which debuts on August 21 on HBO, takes place 200 years before the events of "Game of Thrones," a medieval fantasy series that became a global phenomenon during an eight-season run that ended in 2019.

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It's blood v/s blood. Who will win the race to the throne? 

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The executive producer of this series Ryan Condal said, "The series begins at the absolute pinnacle of the dynasty, the height of their power, wealth and influence. They have the most dragons they will ever have."

Paddy Considine plays King Viserys Targaryen, who the actor described as "a man of good temperament, and a kind man, trying to keep the peacetime going within the kingdom."

"Doctor Who" star Matt Smith plays Prince Daemon Targaryen, the king`s younger brother.  Emma D`Arcy portrays Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen, her father`s chosen successor.

Also in the family tree is Princess Rhaenys Velaryon (Eve Best), who was passed over for the throne.

(With agency inputs)