House of the Dragon Season 2 Cast, Release Date, Schedule & Where to Watch

Lyan Babilonia / Updated Jul 05, 2024 | Pub. Jun 14, 2024

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The wait for the second season of House of the Dragon will end next Sunday, June 16. The prequel to Game of Thrones will premiere on the streaming platform Max, formerly known as HBO Max, at 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time [1].

House of the Dragon 2 will captivate the audience after nearly two years of waiting, as the first season ended in October 2022.

House of the Dragon Season 1 Finale Recap and What to Expect Now

The first season ended with the tragic death of Lucerys Velaryon at the hands of Aemond Targaryen, along with his enormous dragon, Balerion.

Lucerys’ death fueled the Blacks’ revenge, led by Rhaenyra and Daemon, and their desire to eliminate the Greens, led by Alicent Hightower and her father Otto. This sparked the struggle for survival between the Black and Green factions.

King Viserys’ death from leprosy led to his son Aegon assuming the throne. However, this enraged Rhaenyra, who claimed it was a theft backed by Daemon and a coalition including the Velaryons. The war for the legitimate ruler escalated, intensifying the discord between Rhaenyra and Daemon.

As the series progresses, the conflicts and power struggles will continue, their outcomes unknown. What is certain is that this season will allow fans to understand how the war between Aegon II and Rhaenyra begins, claiming the lives of some family members, including innocents.

House of the Dragon is set two centuries before the events of Game of Thrones and is based on George R.R. Martin’s fantasy novel, Fire & Blood. It explores the Targaryen family’s history and their tumultuous rule over the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros. The series is the first of several spin-offs anticipated after the success of Game of Thrones [2].

Another expected series is A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight, currently in pre-production.

The new season will have eight episodes that will air every Sunday

House of the Dragon Season 2: Cast and Characters

Some of the most important characters this season are King Viserys Targaryen (Paddy Considine), Queen Aemma (Siân Brooke), Prince Daemon (Matt Smith), Princess Rhaenyra (played by Milly Alcock in her teens and by Emma D’Arcy as an adult), Lady Alicent Hightower (played by Emily Carey and Olivia Cooke), and Ser Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans).

You will also see King Aegon II (Tom Glynn-Carney), Princess Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best), and many more [3].

How Many Episodes Will There Be in House of the Dragon Season 2?

The new season will have eight episodes that will air every Sunday. After the first episode titled A Son for a Son, you can mark the following dates on your calendar so you don’t miss anything from the series.

Episode 2 – June 23, 2024
Episode 3 – June 30, 2024
Episode 4 – July 7, 2024
Episode 5 – July 14, 2024
Episode 6 – July 21, 2024
Episode 7 – July 28, 2024
Episode 8 – August 4, 2024

The power struggle intensifies this season

How to Get Max on DISH?

If you want to watch House of the Dragon, make sure you have access to Max with your DISH Network subscription. Because you get Max through a satellite TV provider like DISH, you must connect your provider account (with your Max subscription) before logging in. Follow these steps to watch the available content [4]:

Ensure you have the Max app downloaded on your TV.
Select the settings icon at the bottom left of your screen, enter your details, and then exit.
Select the TV option.
Scan the QR code with your phone, tablet, or computer. On your device, go to max.com/signin. Then, enter the 6-character code from your TV. If the code doesn’t work, open an incognito window or use another browser until you succeed.

For other issues, visit the FAQ section on the official Max page or call the customer service phone number.

However, none of this will be possible without a TV plan. So, if you want to transport yourself to the era of House of the Dragon Season 2, call DISH now and make sure you have Max in your TV package.