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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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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 4 - The Red Dragon and the Gold
    9.4/10(72667 votes)

    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
    Writer:Ryan J. Condal

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  2. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 - The Red Sowing
    8.8/10(48643 votes)

    S2:E7

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

    Director:Loni Peristere
    Writer:David Hancock

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  3. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1 - A Son for a Son
    8.2/10(50324 votes)

    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
    Writer:Ryan J. Condal

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  4. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 2 - Rhaenyra the Cruel
    8.2/10(44054 votes)

    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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  5. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 3 - The Burning Mill
    7.6/10(42269 votes)

    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
    Writer:David Hancock

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  6. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 5 - Regent
    7.3/10(40901 votes)

    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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  7. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 8 - The Queen Who Ever Was
    6.5/10(54935 votes)

    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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  8. House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 6 - Smallfolk
    6.3/10(61980 votes)

    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
    Writer:Eileen Shim

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"The Red Dragon and the Gold" is the best rated episode of House of the Dragon season 2. It scored 9.4/10 from 72,667 votes. Directed by Alan Taylor and written by Ryan J. Condal, it aired on July 7, 2024. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "The Red Sowing".