The fifth episode of "House of the Dragon" Season 3 is set to premiere on Sunday, July 19, 2026. Viewers can watch the new episode on HBO and stream it on HBO Max starting at 9 p.m. ET.
The series, which delves into the Targaryen civil war known as the "Dance of the Dragons" from George R.R. Martin's "Fire & Blood," has been delivering dramatic twists and action throughout its third season. Last week's episode concluded with significant developments, including Alicent Hightower discovering Helaena Targaryen's hidden pregnancy and Ormund Hightower urging Daeron Targaryen to commit murder. Meanwhile, Rhaenyra grapples with the challenges of an impoverished King's Landing, and Daemon learns that his daughter Rhaena is the rider of Sheepstealer.
Season 3 of "House of the Dragon" consists of eight episodes, with new installments airing on Sundays until August 9. The full episode schedule is as follows:
- Episode 1: "Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood" – June 21
- Episode 2: "Queen's Landing" – June 28
- Episode 3: "Rhaenyra Triumphant" – July 5
- Episode 4: "Tumbleton" – July 12
- Episode 5: July 19
- Episode 6: July 26
- Episode 7: August 2
- Episode 8: August 9
"House of the Dragon" is an HBO original and requires an HBO or HBO Max subscription for viewing. HBO Max offers ad-supported subscriptions starting at $10.99 per month, with ad-free plans at $18.49 per month. Annual plans are currently discounted, with 12 months available for as low as $78.99. Bundles including HBO Max, Hulu, and Disney+ are also available, priced at $19.99 per month with ads and $32.99 per month without ads.
HBO has confirmed that "House of the Dragon" will conclude with its fourth season. The cast for Season 3 includes Matt Smith as Daemon Targaryen, Emma D’Arcy as Rhaenyra Targaryen, Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower, and James Norton as Ormund Hightower, among others.