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House of the Dragon – Season 3, Episode 2 Queen's Landing

Play trailer House of the Dragon – Season 3, Episode 2 Queen's Landing Aired Jun 28, 2026 Drama Fantasy Play Trailer Watchlist
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93% Tomatometer 14 Reviews
Alicent risks everything to fulfill her end of the bargain; Rhaenyra must decide whether the Iron Throne is worth the cost.
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House of the Dragon — Season 3, Episode 2

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Cast & Crew

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Matt Smith

Prince Daemon Targaryen

Emma D'Arcy

Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen

Rhys Ifans

Otto Hightower

Steve Toussaint

Lord Corlys Velaryon ("The Sea Snake")

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Critics Reviews

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Glen Weldon NPR 2d
Ifans doesn't get a lot to do in his final scene, but he makes the most of it. Go to Full Review Jarrod Jones AV Club Jun 29
B
This week, the rule of Westeros changes hands, yet its cycle of violence remains intact. Go to Full Review Amanda Whiting New York Magazine/Vulture Jun 29
4/5
There’s a fleetness to season three that suits George R.R. Martin’s combustible family drama. Go to Full Review Helen O'Hara IGN Movies Jul 14
9/10
The flotsam and jetsam of the Battle of the Gullet still choke the waters, but the real sea-change here appears to be in Rhaenyra’s fortunes. Go to Full Review Aidan Kelley Collider Jul 6
9/10
Episode 2, which is arguably even better than the hour that preceded it, reveals Rhaenyra's reaction to the aftermath, a moment that all but assures D'Arcy a seat in the next Emmys race. Go to Full Review Brooke Obie Black Girl Watching Jul 3
This episode is the best of House of the Dragon and ranks with the best of the Game of Thrones franchise Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Episode Info

Synopsis Alicent risks everything to fulfill her end of the bargain; Rhaenyra must decide whether the Iron Throne is worth the cost.
Executive Producer
George R.R. Martin, Ryan Condal, Sara Hess, Alan Taylor, Melissa Bernstein, Kevin De La Noy, Loni Peristere, Vince Gerardis, Miguel Sapochnik, Ron Schmidt
Network
HBO
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama, Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 28, 2026
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