House of the Dragon Season 2 release month revealed by Matt Smith
House of the Dragon Season 2 release month hints dropped by Matt Smith Get ready for the highly anticipated season with a potential release month revealed Stay tuned for more details!
House of the Dragon Season 2 was originally set to premiere in the summer of 2024. However, thanks to Matt Smith, we now have a potential idea of which month it will actually be released. The Game of Thrones prequel is based on George R.R. Martin's novel Fire and Blood, which tells the story of the Targaryen civil war known as the Dance of the Dragons, bringing down the once-powerful dynasty of Westeros.
Despite initial doubts due to the previous show's dismal ending, the new show exceeded expectations with record-breaking viewership and critical acclaim. It even received two Golden Globes and multiple Emmy nominations. The highly anticipated second season is set to be released later this year, with a narrowed down release window announced by Smith.
Matt Smith reveals House of the Dragon Season 2 release window
According to Smith, House of the Dragon Season 2 will premiere in August 2024.
During a recent interview with Zoe Ball on BBC Radio 2, he was questioned about the show's return. "I believe it will be in August... this summer, yes. I haven't seen any of it yet, but we wrapped up production last year. So we still have to do all the ADR and other necessary work." - via @mattsmithbrazil pic.twitter.com/Dh1lQTphYv
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Smith expressed his relief at the positive reception to the first season, stating, "It was a relief that people seemingly enjoyed it. Fingers crossed, we gotta keep going – you never know."
When Season 2 finally arrives, don't anticipate it to be a light-hearted experience. The first teaser trailer suggests that fans should brace themselves for an event similar to the Red Wedding trauma. Martin was able to see a sneak peek of the initial episodes and he described them as "excellent... and they are not even completed yet. Dark, to be sure. Very dark. They may bring you to tears. (I didn't cry myself, but one of my friends did). Powerful, emotional, harrowing, heart-wrenching. Exactly the type of content I appreciate."
HBO has yet to confirm an exact release date, but you can find out everything else we know about House of the Dragon Season 2 here.
Editor's P/S
As a dedicated fan of the Game of Thrones universe, I am thrilled about the upcoming second season of House of the Dragon. The first season was a resounding success, capturing the essence of the original series while introducing new characters and storylines that kept me captivated. The show's stunning visuals, intricate plot, and complex characters made it a must-watch for fantasy enthusiasts.
The potential release month of August 2024, as hinted by Matt Smith, has me eagerly counting down the days. The fact that production has already wrapped and they are now in the post-production phase further fuels my excitement. I can't wait to delve deeper into the world of Westeros and witness the unfolding of the Targaryen civil war, known as the Dance of the Dragons. The promise of dark, emotional, and heart-wrenching content only adds to the anticipation.
