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The Best Episodes of House of the Dragon Season 2

Every episode of House of the Dragon Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of House of the Dragon Season 2!

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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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1 - A Son for a Son
    8.2/10(41376 votes)

    #1 - A Son for a Son

    S2:E1

    While Rhaenyra struggles to come to terms with her son's murder, in King's Landing, Alicent grows concerned that Aegon's Small Council may lead them to an all-out war. Larys suggests Aegon needs a new Hand, and Rhaenyra arrives at a fateful decision.

    Director:Alan Taylor

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  2. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 2 - Rhaenyra the Cruel
    8.2/10(35931 votes)

    #2 - Rhaenyra the Cruel

    S2:E2

    As Otto schemes to turn the public against her, Rhaenyra questions Daemon's loyalty. Meanwhile, Ser Criston Cole concocts a misguided plan for revenge.

    Director:Clare Kilner
    Writer:Sara Hess

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  3. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 3 - The Burning Mill
    7.6/10(34085 votes)

    #3 - The Burning Mill

    S2:E3

    As ancient grudges resurface, Rhaenys suggests that Alicent may see reason while the men around her seek bloodshed. Ser Criston proposes a bold scheme. Daemon arrives at Harrenhal to raise an army for the Blacks.

    Director:Geeta Patel

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  4. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 4 - The Red Dragon and the Gold
    9.4/10(60468 votes)

    #4 - The Red Dragon and the Gold

    S2:E4

    In Rhaenyra's absence and with no word from Daemon at Harrenhal, Rhaenys tries to keep the peace on the Black Council as Cole mounts a campaign into the Crownlands. In King's Landing, Aemond continues to undermine Aegon's fragile hold on authority.

    Director:Alan Taylor

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  5. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 5 - Regent
    7.3/10(32628 votes)

    #5 - Regent

    S2:E5

    Amid whispers of bad omens, the Greens consider how to fill a void on Aegon's Council, Jacaerys sets out on a rogue mission to strike a deal, and Daemon enlists Lord Willem Blackwood to help persuade the Brackens to bend the knee.

    Director:Clare Kilner
    Writer:Ti Mikkel

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  6. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 6 - Smallfolk
    6.3/10(53271 votes)

    #6 - Smallfolk

    S2:E6

    With few options left, Rhaenyra summons a trusted knight for a risky venture and plots with Mysaria to catalyze the smallfolk. Meanwhile, Daemon's unease grows, and Aemond takes steps to reshape the Green Council.

    Director:Andrij Parekh

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  8. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 - The Red Sowing
    8.8/10(38899 votes)

    #7 - The Red Sowing

    S2:E7

    As Rhaenyra looks to gain an advantage by unusual means, Daemon pressures a young liege lord to raise up his bannermen.

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  9. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 8 - The Queen Who Ever Was
    6.5/10(45026 votes)

    #8 - The Queen Who Ever Was

    S2:E8

    As Aemond becomes more volatile, Larys plots an escape, and Alicent grows more concerned about Helaena's safety. Flush with new power, Rhaenyra looks to press her advantage.

    Director:Geeta Patel
    Writer:Sara Hess

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"A Son for a Son" is the best rated episode of "House of the Dragon" season 2. It scored 8.2/10 based on 41376 votes. Directed by Alan Taylor and written by Ryan Condal, it aired on 6/16/2024. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Rhaenyra the Cruel".