Top Rated Episodes of House of the Dragon
Explore the highest rated episodes of House of the Dragon ranked by viewer scores and vote count. Discover fan favorites, standout episodes, and the most popular moments from the series.
#1. The Lord of the Tides
Six years had passed. The precarious succession at Driftmark had become urgently critical, and Rhaenyra now sought an accord with Rhaenys.
#2. The Black Queen
The kingdom grieves a terrible loss, and Rhaenyra struggles to maintain unity amidst the sorrow. Meanwhile, Daemon makes preparations for war.
#3. Driftmark
On Driftmark, amidst the somber gathering for a funeral, Viserys addressed the assembled families, imploring them to cease their internal conflicts. Meanwhile, Alicent voiced a demand for retribution.
#4. The Red Dragon and the Gold
With Rhaenyra gone and silence from Daemon at Harrenhal, Rhaenys strives to maintain a semblance of order within the Black Council as Cole’s forces advance into the Crownlands. Meanwhile, in King's Landing,…
#5. The Heirs of the Dragon
To mark the arrival of his second child, Viserys holds a tournament. Meanwhile, Rhaenyra extends a welcome to her uncle Daemon upon his return to the Red Keep.
#6. Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood
Fueled by her unwavering belief in Alicent, Rhaenyra moved to secure control of King’s Landing as the Triarchy set sail to confront Corlys Velaryon within the narrow confines of the Gullet.
#7. Second of His Name
Daemon and the Sea Snake engage the Crabfeeder in fierce combat. Across the realm, Aegon’s second nameday is celebrated with joyous fervor. Rhaenyra now confronts the looming reality of a political marriage.
#8. The Red Sowing
Seeking an edge through unconventional methods, Rhaenyra’s ambitions find a subtle counterpoint in Daemon’s actions. He applies considerable pressure upon a young liege lord, urging him to mobilize his forces and rally…
#9. The Rogue Prince
Princess Rhaenyra immersed herself in ancient prophecies concerning House Targaryen, all the while battling a realm unwilling to accept a woman as its sovereign. Meanwhile, Prince Daemon, stung by his disinheritance and…
#10. We Light the Way
In the Vale, Daemon made a visit to his wife. Meanwhile, Viserys and Rhaenyra negotiated terms with the Valeryon houses. Elsewhere, Alicent sought clarity regarding the princess’s condition.
#11. A Son for a Son
As Rhaenyra grappled with the unthinkable loss of her son, a disquiet settled over Alicent in King's Landing. She feared that Aegon’s Small Council was charting a course toward open war. Larys…
#12. The Green Council
As Alicent sought out Cole and Aemond to locate Aegon, Otto moved to solidify the loyalty of Westeros's great houses.
#13. Queen's Landing
With all at stake, Alicent presses forward to uphold her part of the agreement; now, Rhaenyra faces a reckoning and must determine if claiming the Iron Throne justifies the price she will…
#14. King of the Narrow Sea
With the battle concluded, Daemon returned to the court. Princess Rhaenyra now faced the delicate task of managing potential suitors – a necessary maneuver to secure her claim to the throne.
#15. Rhaenyra the Cruel
As Otto plots to turn the realm against her, Rhaenyra begins to doubt Daemon’s allegiance. Separately, Ser Criston Cole devises a vengeful scheme, one ill-conceived in its pursuit.
#16. The Princess and the Queen
A decade had passed. Rhaenyra found herself perpetually navigating Alicent’s lingering inquiries about her offspring, while Daemon and Laena considered an proposition in Pentos.
#17. The Burning Mill
Old grievances stirred anew, and Rhaenys ventured the hope that Alicent might yet find a path to understanding, while those surrounding her clamored for violence. Ser Criston proposed a daring plan. Meanwhile,…
#18. Regent
A sense of foreboding hung in the air as the Greens contemplated filling a vacancy on Aegon’s Council. Meanwhile, Jacaerys embarked on an unauthorized mission to forge an alliance, while Daemon sought…
#19. The Dragon in Winter
Torn between Mysaria and Daemon's visions for her reign, Rhaenyra grows desperate for a sign that she will prevail.
#20. Rhaenyra Triumphant
Rhaenyra learns the situation in King's Landing is not what she anticipated. Unable to locate her enemies, and with demands coming from all sides, Rhaenyra must navigate a delicate balance between appeasing…
#21. Faceless Men
While Rhaenyra and Daemon focus on how best to deal with Ormund, tensions among their neglected allies begin to erupt.
#22. Smallfolk
Faced with dwindling possibilities, Rhaenyra calls upon a knight of proven loyalty for a perilous undertaking, and conspires with Mysaria to stir the discontent of the common people. Elsewhere, Daemon’s disquiet deepens,…
#23. The Queen Who Ever Was
With Aemond’s temperament growing increasingly unpredictable, Larys begins to scheme a departure, while Alicent’s anxieties deepen regarding Helaena’s well-being. Empowered by recent gains, Rhaenyra considers seizing the opportunity to further her position.
#24. Tumbleton
Ormund's invasion of Tumbleton forces Rhaenyra into a corner.
#25. The House That Dragons Built S1 E2
A glimpse into the making of the second episode of the first season of HBO's *House of the Dragon*.
#26. Unbowed and Unbent
As the search for Aemond and Vhagar continues, Daemon attempts to control the spiraling situation in King's Landing.
#27. The Treasons at Tumbleton
Shifting alliances irrevocably reshape the war as Rhaenyra's forces converge around Tumbleton and both sides vie to gain the upper hand.
#28. The House That Dragons Built S1 E1
This article offers an exploration of the intricate planning, stagecraft, and visual effects that brought the series premiere of House of the Dragon to life.
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