House of the Dragon

2022 • TV-MA

The Targaryen dynasty is at the absolute apex of its power, with more than 15 dragons under their yoke. Most empires crumble from such heights. In the case of the Targaryens, their slow fall begins when King Viserys breaks with a century of tradition by naming his daughter Rhaenyra heir to the Iron Throne. But when Viserys later fathers a son, the court is shocked when Rhaenyra retains her status as his heir, and seeds of division sow friction across the realm.

Content advisory

LGBTQ+ Characters/Relationships

Unrated — There are significant LGBTQ+ characters and relationships portrayed openly throughout the series, including main and secondary characters who identify as bisexual or gay, with these themes having narrative importance.

Language

heavy — Frequent use of strong profanity, including numerous instances of the f-word and other harsh language is common throughout the series. Dialogue reflects mature and coarse speech fitting a brutal medieval fantasy setting.

Mature Themes

heavy — Themes of political intrigue, betrayal, familial conflict, death, abuse of power, mental illness, and trauma are central to the story and explored deeply. The narrative involves complex moral ambiguity and frequent adult situations.

Scary/Intense Content

moderate — The series contains disturbing imagery including gruesome deaths, dark and intense scenes that generate psychological dread and suspense. There are no supernatural horror elements but many moments are unsettling.

Sexual Content & Nudity

heavy — The show contains explicit sexual content including full nudity, simulated sex scenes, and frequent sexual themes integral to character development and political intrigue. Scenes are graphic and often prolonged.

Substance Use

mild — Alcohol consumption is shown repeatedly throughout the series, commonly in social or celebratory settings, though it is not glorified nor a focus of the narrative.

Violence & Gore

heavy — The series features graphic and prolonged violence including intense combat sequences, brutal deaths, and treacherous battles that are often disturbing and realistic. Blood and injury are frequently depicted in detail throughout the story.