Rebel Moon: The Notable Game of Thrones Recasting
Netflix's hit new action movie Rebel Moon features several Game of Thrones actors, with two of its leads having played the same notable character in the HBO series, making their roles in Rebel Moon even more striking.
The Notable Recasting in Game of Thrones
Netflix's hit new action movie Rebel Moon features several Game of Thrones actors, with two of its leads having played the same notable character in the HBO series, making their roles in Rebel Moon even more striking.
Daario Naharis Actors Ed Skrein and Michiel Huisman in Game of Thrones
Like many other long-running series and franchises, Game of Thrones was notorious for recasting its supporting characters. While the original pilot saw some memorable recasts, the series continued to have several actors tackle the same big characters, such as The Mountain being played by three actors.
Michiel Huisman as Daario Naharis
The Daario Naharis Recasting
The Second Sons' leader Daario Naharis was introduced in Game of Thrones season 3, episode 8, with Ed Skrein playing the mysterious warrior. Skrein’s Daario had very little dialogue throughout his three appearances in Game of Thrones season 3, with the finale having just barely established his personality and attraction to Daenerys. However, when Daario returned in Game of Thrones’ season 4 premiere, he was played by Michiel Huisman.
Ed Skrein as Daario Naharis in GOT
Ed Skrein reportedly left Game of Thrones for 'political' reasons. Michiel Huisman continued to play Daario Naharis from Game of Thrones season 4 through season 6.
The Impact on Rebel Moon
Daario’s changes between Game of Thrones’ season 3 finale and season 4 premiere were more than just physical, with his demeanor and interactions with other characters also seeing shocking adjustments. Skrein’s Daario was more mysterious and rebelliously charismatic, embodying a darker, quieter, and potentially more dangerous warrior that Daenerys accepted. Meanwhile, Huisman’s Daario was still cunning yet more charming, who maintained the skills and qualities of a hardened leader while also being a softer, less rebellious suitor for Daenerys.
Rebel Moon Admiral Atticus Noble Ed Skrein Character Poster
With Skrein now brilliantly playing the sinister Admiral Noble in Rebel Moon while Huisman fittingly plays the movie’s farmer-turned-fighter Gunnar, it’s all the more shocking that Game of Thrones thought there could be a seamless transition between the two.
Rebel Moon Gunnar Michiel Huisman Admiral Atticus Noble Ed Skrien
