'House of the Dragon' Will End with Season 4, Confirms Ryan Condal

HBO's House of the Dragon, the much-anticipated prequel to Game of Thrones, is set to conclude after four seasons. Showrunner Ryan Condal recently confirmed the news during a press conference, providing fans with insight into the series' future and what to expect from the remaining episodes. The story of the Targaryen dynasty unfolds and promises to live up to the legacy of its predecessor.

During the press conference on August 5th, Ryan Condal confirmed that the writing team is currently working on season 3, slated to begin filming in early 2025. Condal emphasized that the storytelling cadence established in season 2, which wrapped up on August 4th, will continue in the upcoming seasons, and the exact number of episodes for season 3 is yet to be determined.

One of the key highlights of the upcoming seasons is the Battle of the Gullet, a pivotal event in Fire & Blood, the book that House of the Dragon is based on. Condal addressed why this battle was not included in the season 2 finale, explaining that they wanted to give it "the time and space it deserves." He shared that when the battle does take place, it will be the most significant action sequence the show has delivered so far, promising fans an unforgettable experience that justifies the wait.

Fans were left with questions about certain characters, particularly Rhys Ifans' Otto Hightower, who briefly appeared as a prisoner in the season 2 finale. Condal hinted that Hightower's story is far from over, leaving the door open for further developments in the final seasons.