A major changing of the guard is happening in Westeros.
The latest twist on theGame of ThronesprequelHouse of the Dragonis happening behind the scenes.
He has also helmed three episodes ofHouse of the Dragon, including the record-setting series premiere.
Milly Alcock on ‘House of the Dragon’.Ollie Upton/HBO
He will remain a part ofHOTDas an executive producer.
Returning to Westeros will be a huge undertaking and I’m looking forward to the challenge."
The Hollywood Reporterfirst reportedthe news.
That prompted HBO and the newly formed Warner Bros.
Discovery to move full-steam ahead on a second season.
Sapochnik currently has a first-look deal with HBO to develop new projects.
He also directed season 2’s “Valar Morghulis” and season 7’s “Beyond the Wall.”
The realm becomes split in two over succession, pitting dragon against dragon, and dragonrider against dragonrider.
House of the Dragonis currently airing every Sunday on HBO and HBO Max.
