House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5

2024 - 7 - 15

Juicy Drama and Dragon Fire: 'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5 Recap

Dragons - House of the Dragon - Intrigue - Legacy - Power Struggles - Targaryens - Thrones - Westeros

Get ready for grief, ascension, and more dragons in the latest episode of House of the Dragon!

In the latest episode of 'House of the Dragon,' viewers were treated to another thrilling installment packed with grief, ascension, and the looming threat of more dragons. From Daemon's intriguing dreams to Prince Aemond's bold moves, the episode kept fans on the edge of their seats. As the aftermath of the Battle at Rook's Rest unfolds, King Aegon's fate hangs in the balance while Corlys Velaryon grapples with deep grief.

The narrative takes a dark turn as the characters navigate treacherous waters, showcasing the intricate web of power struggles and personal tragedies. With each twist and turn, 'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5 keeps the audience hooked with its mix of drama and dragon lore. As the Targaryen legacy hangs in the balance, new blood rises to shape the future of the kingdoms.

In the heart of Westeros, viewers witness the rise of the next generation of Targaryens, paving the way for a compelling continuation of the epic saga. The episode's poignant moments and intense character developments set the stage for a gripping progression of the storyline.

Amidst the chaos and intrigue, 'House of the Dragon' continues to captivate audiences with its blend of fantasy, political intrigue, and the age-old battle for power. With each episode, the stakes rise higher, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the saga of Westeros.

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'House Of The Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5 Recap And Review ... (Forbes)

House Of The Dragon gives us another juicy episode filled with grief, ascension, war-planning and the threat of even more dragons to come.

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'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5, Orchestrated ... (NPR)

In episode 5, Daemon's dreams go from spooky to scandalous. Plus: Your choice of kings — original recipe or extra-crispy.

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'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5 Recap: The Eye Has It (The New York Times)

Prince Aemond makes a move — another move, that is, after the one where he blasted his own brother with dragonfire.

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House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 5 Recap: A Mad Thought (ELLE.com)

The fires from last week's Battle at Rook's Rest are fizzling out. In season 2, episode 5, as King Aegon lies broken in bed and Corlys Velaryon wallows in grief ...

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House of the Dragon's Worst Character Somehow Found a Way to ... (Slate Magazine)

Laura Miller: Nadira, the theme of this week's episode is definitely being careful what you wish for. Criston Cole parades the head of Rhaenys' dead dragon ...

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House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 5 Review - IGN (IGN)

Time for another breather as Westeros processes last episode's epic battle.

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'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Episode 5 Review: New Blood Rises (IndieWire)

The fate of the war and future of the kingdoms rests more than ever on the next generation of Targaryens, fresh off the loss of Princess Rhaenys (Eve Best).

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House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 5 Recap (Esquire.com)

Men are ruining Westeros. Clearly dying lords would rather see their tyrannical sons, eight-year-old grandsons, and/or delusional uncles ascend the throne ...

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'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5, Orchestrated ... (Capital Public Radio News)

Everyone is mourning Rhaenys the Badass, as is only meet and proper and fitting. Her husband Corlys, on Driftmark. Queen Rhaenyra, on Dragonstone. Me, here. In ...

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What Happened on House of the Dragon? Here's Our Recap of ... (menshealth.com)

House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 5 follows up the events of the Rook's Rest battle—including Rhaenys's death and Aegon's injury—with another packed ...

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'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5, Orchestrated ... (knkx.org)

Everyone is mourning Rhaenys the Badass, as is only meet and proper and fitting. Her husband Corlys, on Driftmark. Queen Rhaenyra, on Dragonstone. Me, here. In ...

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'House of the Dragon' Season 2, episode 5 recap: For the women ... (CNN)

For Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy), the indignities come from her council of advisers, as well as her headstrong husband Daemon (Matt Smith), who continues to have ...

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'House of the Dragon' Recap Season 2, Episode 5: 'Regent' (Vulture)

To more dragons! The cause of, and solution to, all Targaryen problems. Read more in Vulture's recap of 'House of the Dragon's five episode.

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'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5: Where Do Dragons ... (The Ringer)

In this week's 'HotD' deep dive, we look at the ties between Targaryens and dragons, Rhaenyra's role model, Daemon's mother, dragon math, and more.

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<i>House of the Dragon</i> Can't Stop Noticing How Much It Sucks ... (TIME)

As Season 2, Episode 5 demonstrated, the show wants to call out sexism but does so without depth, insight, or texture.

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'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5, Orchestrated ... (Iowa Public Radio)

'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5, Orchestrated maneuvers in the dark (and rainy) ... How much does Aemond (Ewan Mitchell) want the Iron Throne?

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House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 5 Review – "Regent" - IGN (IGN)

Time for another breather as Westeros processes last episode's epic battle.

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