Summary Daemon visits his wife in the Vale. Viserys and Rhaenyra broker agreements with the Velaryons. Alicent seeks the truth about the princess. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.
Summary Rhaenyra continues her search for a suitable match, Daemon returns to Kings Landing and stirs more trouble for the King. Rhaenyra learns a valuable lesson about desires and what it means to be a daughter of a King. Our…
Summary Two years later. Daemon and the Sea Snake battle the Crabfeeder. The realm celebrates Aegon’s second nameday. Rhaenyra faces the prospect of marriage. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
Summary Six months later. Rhaenyra oversteps at the Small Council. Viserys is urged to secure the succession through marriage. Daemon announces his intentions. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why House of…
Summary Viserys hosts a tournament to celebrate the birth of his second child. Rhaenyra welcomes her uncle Daemon back to the Red Keep. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.
Summary In the aftermath of the devastating attack on King’s Landing, Daenerys must face the survivors. Our Take The season’s low point so far: contrived situations, thin motivation, and a shrug of an ending.
Summary Varys betrays his queen, and Daenerys brings her forces to King’s Landing. Our Take The season’s low point so far: contrived situations, thin motivation, and a shrug of an ending.
Summary The survivors plan their next steps; Cersei makes a power move. Our Take The season’s low point so far: contrived situations, thin motivation, and a shrug of an ending.
Summary Winterfell fights the Army of the Dead. Our Take Middle of the road. Watchable, but you’ll forget the details by next episode.
Summary Jaime faces judgement and Winterfell prepares for the battle to come. Our Take A mixed bag: some good moves, some filler. Game of Thrones running at cruising speed.