House of the Dragon season 3 officially begins, Tommy Flanagan and Dan Fogler join the cast

After keeping fans eagerly waiting, House of the Dragon is officially back in action! Season 3 of the popular series has started filming, and there are some exciting updates to share. The new season will once again feature eight episodes, just like the previous seasons, and it promises to bring more drama, intrigue, and action to our screens.

A couple of new faces have joined the cast for the third season. Sons of Anarchy star Tommy Flanagan will be playing the role of Ser Roderick Dustin, while actor Dan Fogler, known for his role in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, will portray Ser Torrhen Manderly. These fresh additions to the cast are sure to spice up the drama as the story unfolds.

The production has also revealed the directors for this season. House of the Dragon will be directed by Clare Kilner, Nina Lopez-Corrado, Andrij Parekh, and Loni Peristere. These talented directors will be bringing the story to life, adding their own unique touch to the show.

The series is based on Fire & Blood by George R.R. Martin, taking viewers back over 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones. It focuses on the Targaryen family and their complex history. The show is led by Ryan Condal, the showrunner, with George R.R. Martin himself serving as a co-creator and executive producer. Other executive producers include Sara Hess, Melissa Bernstein, Kevin de la Noy, Vince Gerardis, David Hancock, and Philippa Goslett.