House of the Dragon Season 3 Underway, Spinoff Announced

The highly anticipated third season of 'House of the Dragon' is underway, with actors Matt Smith and Fabien Frankel confirming at MegaCon in Florida that filming has started and they have received scripts for episodes four to six. Despite this progress, fans express frustration over long waits between seasons, particularly given that the show is slated for only eight episodes in 2025, with release not expected until 2026. Criticism stems from the lengthy production process and dissatisfaction with the second season's finale, which some found underwhelming. The upcoming season will introduce new characters, including James Norton as Ormund Hightower, indicating a more significant role for House Hightower. The show has also been renewed for a fourth and final season, aiming to conclude 'The Dance with Dragons' storyline. Meanwhile, HBO plans to release another 'Game of Thrones' spinoff, 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,' later this year.