'Game of Thrones' prequel, 'House of the Dragon' casting begins; details inside

Games of Thrones fans w have a piece of news to rejoice about amidst this pandemic. HBO has started casting for ir Game of Thrones prequel House of Dragon. This news comes after network cancelled Naomi Watts starrer Game of Thrones prequel in 2019.

HBO begins casting for new GOT prequel

Game of Thrones was one of most talked-about shows since its inception. show brought in a staggering number of viewers back in May 2019. Due to show’s immense popularity across globe, it has found a special place in pop culture. But right when show ended, fans demanded prequels and spiffs of Game of Thrones to explain several stories and legends mentioned in show.

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w, wish for a GOT prequel has finally come true. HBO network has begun casting for this prequel. According to a media portal’s report, this GOT prequel is titled House of Dragon. It will be based on George R.R. Martin’s vel Fire & Blood. prequel’s story will revolve around House Targaryen set 300 years before final war in GOT.

House of Dragon will be helmed by Ryan Condal and will be working alongside Game of Thrones veteran Miguel Sapochnik. Sapochnik directed famous episodes like Battle of Bastards and Winds of Winter. Apart from being a showrunner, Miguel Sapochnik will also direct House of Dragon pilot and a few ditional episodes.

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According to media portal’s report, HBO has committed to producing 10 episodes for series. network is yet to comment on any official casting but since news broke fans are speculating that many characters from Martin’s book will make an appearance. Since Fire & Blood covers 150 years and history of Westeros, it is unclear which characters will make it to final script.

media portal’s report also suggests that Dance of Dragons and Targaryen Civil War might be a part of series since y were mentioned in Game of Thrones. Targaryen Civil War was an important aspect in GOT since it ripped apart Westeros and hence tackling at some point in House of Dragon is crucial. Or details about this prequel are still under wraps.

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