The “Game of Thrones” prequel series focuses on the noble houses of Westeros during a civil war.
Here’s how the cast compares to their character counterparts.
Many of the main stars of “House of the Dragon” return for the show’s second season.
The “Game of Thrones” prequel was an instant hit when it first premiered in 2022. Season one told a story over 19 years that builds up to a massive civil war in Westeros. Season two will finally show that war, as House Targaryen and House Hightower fight over who should rule Westeros.
Fans may be surprised that many of the cast members do not look like their characters. Though House Targaryen are famous for their blonde hair, Matt Smith and Paddy Considine, who played major Targaryens, are not blonde.
Here’s what the cast looks like in real life compared to their characters.
Queen Rhaenyra looks the most similar to Daenerys Targaryen in “Game of Thrones,” with signature long blonde hair often worn in braids.
In season one, we saw a younger version of Queen Rhaenyra.
Prince Daemon Targaryen is Rhaenyra’s husband and uncle.
King Viserys Targaryen has silvery-blonde hair like other members of his family.
Alicent Hightower is Viserys’ second wife and Rhaenyra’s former best friend.
In season one, there was a younger version of Alicent.
Criston Cole is a young and solemn knight with curly brown hair and light facial hair.
Otto Hightower, Alicent’s father, is a practical-looking man with close-cropped hair and a beard.
Princess Rhaenys is the cousin of King Viserys, and wears her hair in a tall, braided style.
Lord Corlys is a serious leader with white locs and a salt-and-pepper beard.
Prince Jacaerys “Jace” Velaryon is the firstborn son of Rhaenyra.
King Aegon II Targaryen is Alicent’s firstborn son.
Prince Aemond Targaryen, Alicent’s third child, has the Targaryen signature blonde hair.
Queen Helaena Targaryen, Alicent’s second child, also has blonde hair.
Lady Baela Targaryen is Daemon’s first child with his first wife, Laena Valeryon.
Lady Rhaena Targaryen is Daemon’s other daughter.
Ser Harrold Westerling is the former lord commander of the Kingsguard.
Mysaria has long dark hair that is often cloaked in public.