The stakes are getting high for theGame of Thronesprequel series fromMaxas the Dance of the Dragons has begun.
This kickstarts the much-anticipated war during the height of the Targaryen Dynasty.
Queen Rhaenyra apologizes for her disappearance, telling her advisors that war is the next viable option.
D’Arcy is best known for her roles inTruth Seekers,Mothering Sunday, andWanderlust.
In Season 2, Episode 4, Queen Alicent prepares her forces for war.
It is also revealed that the queen is pregnant, and she tries her best to hide it.
Queen Alicent confronts Aegon in one pivotal moment in the episode.
Cooke can be seen inReady Player One, Bates Motel, andSound of Metal.
At one point, he also sees a vision of his dead wife.
Some believe that his inexperience and immaturity may cause his eventual downfall.
Glynn-Carney’s notable credits includeThe Book of Clarence,Dunkirk, andThe King.
Ewan Mitchell - Prince Aemond Targaryen
Ewan Mitchell reprises hisHouse of the Dragonrole as Prince Aemond Targaryen.
Prince Aemond kickstarted the Dance of the Dragons after killing Lucerys at the end of Season 1.
His calculating nature makes him a dangerous enemy to anyone and hard to trust.
He also mocks Aegon during the council meeting.
Mitchell previously appeared in Saltburn,High Life,The Last Kingdom, andTrigger Point.
Best has credits inThe King’s Speech,Lucky Man, andNurse Jackie.
Rhaenys volunteers to be the one to ride the dragon and lead the troops to Rook’s Rest.
Unfortunately, this leads to Rhaenys' death, much to Corlys' dismay.
Toussaint’s previous major credits includeBefore We Die,Small Axe, andRain Dogs.
Gayle Rankin - Alys Rivers
Portraying Alys Rivers is Gayle Rankin.
Rankin can be seen inGlow,Perry Mason, andThe Greatest Showman.
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Frankel can be seen inThe Serpent,NYPD Blue, andVenice at Dawn.
Matthew Needham - Lord Larys Strong
Matthew Needham plays Lord Larys Strong (aka The Clubfoot).
Lord Larys appears in the council with Prince Aegon and also speaks with Alicent about her pregnancy problems.
Fans may recognize Needham for his roles inNapoleon,The Ritual, andSherlock.
Ser Gwayne is Alicent Hightower’s brother who joins Creston Cole’s quest.
He often clashes with Cole due to disagreements with plans at the Battle at Rook’s Rest.
Grand Maester Orwyle shows up togive Queen Alicent a medicine dedicated to aborting pregnancies.
He is also a member of the small council.
Egyiawan is known for his roles inBeasts of No Nation,Skyfall, andPan.
Alyn, Addam’s brother, is a sailor in the Velaryon fleet.
He also saved Lord Corlys Velaryon’s life during the War for the Stepstones.
Salim’s notable credits includeInformer,Jamestown, andRaised by Wolves.
He is the heir of the Riverland and the future Lord Paramount of the Riverland.
Barnes previously appeared inThe Batman,The Dig, andPatrick the Pug.
Blondell is best known for her roles inThe Inner Circle,Hassel, andSisters in Arms.
Alcock is set to star inJames Gunn’sDCU as the newSupergirlinSupergirl: Woman of Tomorrow.
The actress also appeared inUpright,Reckoning, andThe Familiars.
Kenna is known for his roles inThe Crown,His Dark Materials,Gran Turismo, and more.
Elwyn previously appeared inThe Iron Lady,Peace of Cake, andRobin Hood.
Daniel’s notable credits includeChicken Run,Quadrophenia, andScum.
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