House of the Dragon
A Son for a Son
Season 2, Episode 1 · Aired 2024-06-16
Synopsis
While Rhaenyra struggles to come to terms with her son's murder, in King's Landing, Alicent grows concerned that Aegon's Small Council may lead them to an all-out war. Larys suggests Aegon needs a new Hand, and Rhaenyra arrives at a fateful decision.
In the series
This episode is part of House of the Dragon (2022–present) on HBO.
Targaryen prequel chaos — timelines, dragons, discourse.
Key cast
- Paddy Considine as King Viserys I Targaryen
- Matt Smith as Daemon Targaryen
- Emma D'Arcy as Rhaenyra Targaryen
- Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower
- Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower
- Steve Toussaint as Corlys Velaryon