House of the Dragon Season 3: Expected release window, timeline, cast & more

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Here's a comprehensive look at what we know so far about the forthcoming season of this epic saga.

Premiere Date and Production Timeline

As of August 2024, HBO has yet to announce a specific premiere date for House of the Dragon Season 3. The second season, which premiered in early 2024, has only recently concluded, making it premature to expect a confirmed release date for the new season.

Given that Season 2 followed a two-year gap from Season 1, it is reasonable to speculate that Season 3 might debut around 2026, as per a report by Cinemablend. The extensive CGI work and complex production elements inherent to the series contribute to this extended timeline.

Cast and Characters

Although filming for Season 3 has not yet commenced, several key cast members are expected to return. These include:

Emma D'Arcy as Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen

Matt Smith as King Consort Daemon Targaryen

Sonoya Mizuno as Mysaria

Fabien Frankel as Ser Criston Cole

Olivia Cooke as Dowager Queen Alicent Hightower

Matthew Needham as Lord Larys Strong

Harry Collett as Prince Jacaerys Velaryon

Tom Glynn-Carney as King Aegon II Targaryen

Ewan Mitchell as Prince Aemond Targaryen

Bethany Antonia as Lady Baela Targaryen

Rhys Ifans as Ser Otto Hightower

Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon

Phoebe Campbell as Lady Rhaena Targaryen

Phia Saban as Queen Helaena Targaryen

Plot Expectations

The core of Season 3 is expected to focus on the impending all-out war that has been building throughout the series. The Season 2 finale set the stage