House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1 A Son for a Son Recap & Guide

Name: A Son for a Son
Director: Alan Taylor
Released: 2024-06-16
Cast: Matt Smith, Emma D'Arcy, Olivia Cooke

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House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1, "A Son for a Son," aired Jun 16, 2024 on HBO. Directed by Alan Taylor. Written by Ryan J. Condal. 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.

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Episode: Season 2, Episode 1 of 8
Title: A Son for a Son
Air Date: Jun 16, 2024
Runtime: 58 min
Director: Alan Taylor
Writers: Ryan J. Condal

Overview

Episode Summary

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.

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Cast

Main Cast

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Matt Smith

as Prince Daemon Targaryen

Emma D'Arcy

as Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen

Olivia Cooke

as Queen Alicent Hightower

James Norton

as Lord Ormund Hightower

Steve Toussaint

as Lord Corlys 'The Sea Snake' Velaryon

Fabien Frankel

as Ser Criston Cole

Cast

Guest Stars

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Fabien Frankel

as Ser Criston Cole

Phia Saban

as Queen Helaena Targaryen

Bethany Antonia

as Lady Baela Targaryen

Abubakar Salim

as Alyn of Hull

Phoebe Campbell

as Lady Rhaena Targaryen

Kieran Bew

as Hugh

Rhys Ifans

as Ser Otto Hightower

Eve Best

as Princess Rhaenys Targaryen

FAQ

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What is House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1 about?

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.

When did House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1 air?

House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1, 'A Son for a Son,' aired Jun 16, 2024 on HBO.

Who directed House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1?

'A Son for a Son' was directed by Alan Taylor.

Who wrote House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1?

'A Son for a Son' was written by Ryan J. Condal.

Who are the guest stars in House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1?

'A Son for a Son' features Fabien Frankel as Ser Criston Cole, Phia Saban as Queen Helaena Targaryen, Bethany Antonia as Lady Baela Targaryen, Abubakar Salim as Alyn of Hull, Phoebe Campbell as Lady Rhaena Targaryen, Kieran Bew as Hugh.

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