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.
Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood (Episode 1) 7.5
Writer: Ryan J. Condal
Air date: 2026-06-21
Runtime: 66 min
Overview: Driven by her faith in Alicent, Rhaenyra positions herself to take King's Landing while the Triarchy sails to take on Corlys in the Gullet.
Queen's Landing (Episode 2) 7.3
Writer: Sara Hess
Air date: 2026-06-28
Runtime: 64 min
Overview: As Alicent risks everything to fulfill her end of the bargain, Rhaenyra must decide whether the Iron Throne is worth the cost.
Rhaenyra Triumphant (Episode 3) 5.9
Writer: Sara Hess
Air date: 2026-07-05
Runtime: 57 min
Overview: Rhaenyra learns the situation in King's Landing is not what she anticipated. Unable to locate her enemies, and with demands coming from all sides, Rhaenyra must navigate a delicate balance between appeasing her supporters and consolidating her rule.