HBO begins casting for Game of Thrones' prequel

HBO begins casting for Game of Thrones' prequel

HBO is moving forward with the prequel of its mega hit Game of Thrones .

The network has begun casting for its series, House of Dragon , reported Entertainment Weekly.

The project is based on George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood book, a history of House Targaryen set 300 years before the events described in Game of Thrones , which finished its eight season run in 2019.

Sapochnik will direct the pilot and additional episodes in the show.

HBO has committed to 10 episodes of the series.

There are no official casting breakdowns yet available, but many are speculating about the potential lead characters based on Martin's book covers 150 years and includes the rise and fall of many leaders in the Westeros but it is not clear who has been cast for which roles so far.

HBO is planning House of the Dragon for 2022.