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‘Game of Thrones' Prequel Series ‘House of the Dragon' Finally Has a Premiere Date

HBO has finally shared the premiere date for "Game of Thrones" prequel series "House of the Dragon." Find out everything we know, plus 27 additional premiere dates for shows you love

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Good news, "Game of Thrones" fans: "House of the Dragon" has finally gotten a premiere date.

Just when you thought the wait would drag-on forever, HBO announced that the "GOT" prequel series will premiere on August 21.

The series -- which stars Emma D'Arcy and Matt Smith as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen and Prince Daemon Targaryen, respectively -- is based on George R.R. Martin's book "Fire & Blood" and is set 200 years before the events of "Game of Thrones," providing a history on House Targaryen.

First confirmed in 2019, the prequel will be well worth the wait, according to Martin. He previously shared on his personal blog that he was happy with the way production was going.

"I have seen rough cuts of a few of [the episodes], and I'm loving them," the author wrote in February. "Of course, a lot more work needs to be done. Special effects, color timing, score, all the postproduction work. But the writing, the directing, the acting all look terrific."

The series also stars Paddy Considine, Sonoya Mizuno, Fabien Frankel and Eve Best.

Scroll through to check out the premiere dates of your other favorite shows.

"The Ultimatum" (Netflix) - April 6

From the creators of "Love Is Blind," "The Ultimatum" follows six different couples that are on the verge of marriage. The catch? One partner is ready to get married, the other, well, isn't. An ultimatum is issued and in just over eight weeks, the couples must either commit to marriage, or move on. 

"Ghislaine - Partner in Crime" (Paramount+) - April 7

Four-hour documentary series "Ghislaine - Partner in Crime," which explores the life of Ghislaine Maxwell, premieres April 7.  

"Élite" (Netflix) - April 8

We'll be heading back to school soon, as "Élite" season five hits Netflix on April 8.

"Woke" (Hulu) - April 8

Season two of "Woke" will hit the streamer on April 8.

"A Black Lady Sketch Show" (HBO) - April 8

"A Black Lady Sketch Show" returns with new episodes this April.

"iCarly" (Paramount+) - April 8

"iCarly" returns with Miranda Cosgrove April 8 on Paramount+.

"Anatomy of a Scandal" (Netflix) - April 15

The new Netflix drama debuts in April.

"Better Call Saul" (AMC) - April 18

"Better Call Saul" is coming to an end. The first part of the sixth and final season will premiere April 18.

"Russian Doll" (Netflix) - April 20

Three years later, "Russian Doll" is back! The Natasha Lyonne-led series returns to Netflix for season two on April 20.

"The Real World Homecoming: New Orleans" (Paramount+) - April 20

"The Real World Homecoming" is heading to New Orleans on April 20.

"The Flight Attendant" (HBO Max) - April 21

Season two of "The Flight Attendant" will take flight in April.

"Selling Sunset" (Netflix) - April 22

The Oppenheim Group returns to the office for season five on April 22.

"Barry" (HBO) - April 24

Bill Hader's "Barry" returns for its third season this April.

"Gaslit" (STARZ) - April 24

Julia Roberts and Sean Penn star in this dramatic retelling of the Watergate controversy.

"The Offer" (Paramount+) - April 28

The Miles Teller-fronted series about the making of "The Godfather" is set for an April 28 premiere.

"Under the Banner of Heaven" (FX) - April 28

FX's true crime thriller starring Andrew Garfield will be available exclusively on Hulu come April.

"Duncanville" (Fox) - May 1

"Duncanville," featuring the voice of Amy Poehler, premieres May 1 on Fox.

"ZIWE" (Showtime) - May 1

Season two of "ZIWE" will arrive in May.

"The Staircase" (HBO Max) - May 5

The Colin Firth and Toni Collette-led series hits HBO Max in May.

"Girls5eva" (Peacock) - May 5

Peacock's star-studded comedy series "Girls5eva" returns for a second season on May 5.

"Bosch: Legacy" (IMDb TV) - May 6

Spinoff series "Bosch: Legacy" — starring Titus Welliver and Madison Lintz—premieres May 6 on IMDb TV.

"Love Match Atlanta" (Bravo) - May 8

The new Bravo series arrives Sunday, May 8.

"The Essex Serpent" (Apple TV+) - May 13

The Claire Danes and Tom Hiddleston-led series will hit Apple TV+ in May.

"So You Think You Can Dance" (Fox) - May 18

"So You Think You Can Dance" returns for a new season with celebrity judges Stephen "Twitch" Boss, Matthew Morrison and JoJo Siwa on May 18.

"Angelyne" (Peacock) - May 19

Emmy Rossum portrays the real-life billboard queen Angelyne in the Peacock series of the same name, hitting the streaming service in May.

"Beat Shazam" (Fox) - May 23

Jamie Foxx is back. A new season of "Beat Shazam" begins May 23.

"Don't Forget the Lyrics!" (Fox) - May 23

Neicy Nash hosts a brand-new "Don't Forget the Lyrics!," premiering May 23. 

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