The “House of the Dragon” fever has returned and shows no signs of fading anytime soon. The highly anticipated second season of the fantasy series expanding the beloved “Game of Thrones” universe is undoubtedly one of the biggest events of 2024.

Adding to the excitement is its stellar cast of actors, including Matt Smith. Known for his versatility in roles from “Doctor Who” to “The Crown,” Smith now shoulders the weight of portraying one of the franchise’s most beloved yet morally complex characters, Prince Daemon Targaryen.

In a recent interview with The Guardian, the lead actor reflected on his career thus far and hinted at the upcoming third season’s filming schedule. Dive into all the details here.

When will Season 3 of ‘House of the Dragon’ begin filming?

At the end of his conversation with journalist Stuart Jeffries, Matt Smith simply stated, “We go again,” and swiftly revealed when filming for the confirmed third season of “House of the Dragon” will begin, as if the fandom weren’t eagerly awaiting this information.

Matt Smith in “House of The Dragon”. (Source: IMDb)

Matt Smith in “House of The Dragon”. (Source: IMDb)

He stated that production will resume later this year. It will likely happen between August and October, after the current season concludes. Such timeframe allows the cast time to rest while maintaining a tight schedule to potentially release another part by mid-2025 at the earliest.

While Max Executive Vice President Francesca Orsi has provided limited information about the renewal, IMDb lists the third season with a 2024 release date, sparking curiosity. Could this suggest a TV special or an unexpected split of the second season? Time will tell.

Ultimately, what matters is that “House of the Dragon” is set to endure. The first episode is slated for release on June 16, with subsequent episodes airing weekly until August 4.