House of the Dragon: HBO's Game of Thrones Prequel Announces Star-Studded Cast

Rhys Ifans, Matt Smith, Graham McTavish, and Fabien Frankel Join the Fantasy Epic

Premiering on HBO and HBO Max, House of the Dragon Set to Explore Targaryen Dynasty's History

Get ready to dive into the rich and complex world of Westeros once more! HBO's highly anticipated Game of Thrones prequel, House of the Dragon, has revealed its all-star cast.

Acclaimed actors Rhys Ifans (The Amazing Spider-Man), Matt Smith (Doctor Who), Graham McTavish (The Witcher), and Fabien Frankel (The Serpent) will portray key characters in the upcoming series. Martin's acclaimed novel, Fire & Blood, House of the Dragon chronicles the rise and fall of the Targaryen dynasty 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones.

The casting announcement provides a tantalizing glimpse into the characters who will populate this epic tale. Ifans will play Otto Hightower, the Hand of the King, while Smith embodies Prince Daemon Targaryen, the younger brother of King Viserys I.

McTavish steps into the role of Ser Harrold Westerling, Lord Commander of the Kingsguard, and Frankel portrays Ser Criston Cole, a skilled swordsman sworn to protect the king.