MOVIE NEWS – Fans of House of the Dragon finally have something to get excited about: filming on Season 3 has officially started in the UK. Even though Season 2 ended less than a year ago, viewers have been anxiously awaiting word on the series’ return. Now, HBO’s Game of Thrones prequel gears up for a 2025 release with new production updates that promise something massive.
Recent industry updates confirm that House of the Dragon Season 3 has entered full production at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, located in Watford, Hertfordshire. Large-scale sets are already in place, and behind-the-scenes photos have begun to surface online. The cast and crew are expected to remain on location until October, after which the show will enter post-production to prepare for a likely 2026 premiere on HBO. While the network hasn’t yet made an official announcement, one is expected shortly.
Rumors of a 2025 production kickoff had been circulating for months, and now those whispers have been validated. Ever since Season 2 wrapped up last August, both fans and cast members have been eagerly waiting for news. This new timeline suggests Season 3 could air sometime next year, although a specific release month hasn’t been set. Given that Season 2 premiered in June 2024, another summer release seems likely. As a point of comparison, production on the second season began in April 2023—more than a year before it aired.
Ryan Condal Says Season 3 Will Be Bigger, Bolder, and More Dramatic
Following a dramatic second season, the creative team is promising even more intensity in the next installment. Ryan Condal, the series co-creator and showrunner, has hinted that Season 3 will cover four major story arcs pulled straight from George R. R. Martin’s source material. He emphasized that this chapter will be bigger than anything seen so far in the show.
“Season 2 had an epic scale, but Season 3 is set to go even further,” Condal explained. “There are four key events we’re adapting this time around—scenes that are massive in terms of scope and storytelling. Bringing these to life is a thrilling challenge, and it’s what the series excels at. The set pieces we’re developing are going to blow people away.”
Despite the emphasis on spectacle, character-driven storytelling isn’t being left behind. Condal also teased one episode in particular that breaks from the show’s usual format—something he says will be a standout for its emotional depth. “It’s very much centered on the characters and takes a different approach from our usual structure. I think it’s one of the most powerful things we’ve done, and I can’t wait to see it finished,” he added. The exact details of the episode are still under wraps, but it’s clear the creative team is aiming to deliver a memorable and ambitious third season.
Source: MovieWeb
