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GRRM & HBO Clash Over 'House of the Dragon' Changes
30 Jan
Summary
- George R.R. Martin expressed dissatisfaction with 'House of the Dragon' deviations.
- HBO CEO confirmed Martin's reduced involvement in Season 3.
- Season 3 of 'House of the Dragon' is expected to premiere in summer 2026.
Recent discussions have highlighted a growing conflict between author George R.R. Martin and HBO regarding "House of the Dragon." Martin has publicly expressed concerns about significant departures from his source material, "Fire & Blood," particularly concerning events like the "Blood and Cheese" storyline.
HBO CEO Casey Bloys confirmed that Martin's direct involvement with "House of the Dragon" has been reduced for Season 3. The author will reportedly focus more on the development of "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms," a spinoff that has garnered high critical praise. Bloys described the working relationship as occasionally "rocky" but affirmed an ongoing deal with Martin.
Despite the creative disagreements, "House of the Dragon" continues to perform well, with its first two seasons holding an 87% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Showrunner Ryan Condal is noted as a successful collaborator. "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" boasts a 95% rating on the same platform. "House of the Dragon" Season 3 is slated for a summer 2026 release.
