The first teaser for 'House of the Dragon' season 3 has arrived. Here's everything we know about the show's return.
Business Insider
February 19, 2026
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The first teaser for *House of the Dragon* season three has been released, teasing Rhaenyra Targaryen's (Emma D'Arcy) efforts to claim the Iron Throne while hinting at major events from George R.R. Martin's *Fire & Blood*. The series will return in June 2026, with showrunner Ryan Condal promising four significant plot points tied to the book, including the Battle of the Gullet, a pivotal naval clash that requires intricate production logistics.
HBO has consistently bet on *House of the Dragon* since its early stages, renewing it for season three before the second season premiere in June 2024. While Martin has distanced himself from the show, his source material remains central to the narrative. Condal emphasized the challenges of balancing production resources with creative ambition, noting that the multi-year gap between seasons reflects the series' scale and complexity.
The teaser highlights Rhaenyra's growing dominance as she prepares to seize power, while her rival Aegon II (Tom Glynn-Carney) remains in hiding. Meanwhile, Alicent Hightower
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Originally published on Business Insider on 2/19/2026