This week we say goodbye to Milly Alcock and Emily Carey, who have been celebrated for their performances as young versions of Rhaenyra Targaryen and Alicent Hightower.
House of the Dragon has leapt forward 10 years from the previous episode, with a number of major characters having their actors switched.
Here’s a guide to the main cast members who have changed – and the new characters who will be introduced in the Game of Thrones show.
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There is a 10 year time jump in the latest episode of House of the Dragon, with many actors swapped for their older counterparts (HBO) Photo: HBO
. Rhaenyra
Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen will switch from being played by Milly Alcock to Emma D'Arcy. Rhaenyra is a child at the beginning of House of the Dragon, but when Emma D'Arcy takes over she will have a number of children, so it makes sense to use an older actress. Photo: HBO
5. Aegon Targaryen
Aegon Targaryen, the oldest son of Alicent Hightower and King Viserys, will be played by Ty Tennant, who is the son of David Tennant. But he will later be switched to be played by older actor Tom Glynn-Carney. Photo: HBO
6. Aemond Targaryen
Aemond Targaryen, the second born son of Alicent Hightower and King Viserys, will be played by Leo Ashton and later by Ewan Mitchell. He is an formidable character who some have compared to Joffrey Baratheon. However Aemond is more of a mirror to Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith). Photo: HBO
7. Helaena Targaryen
Helaena Targaryen, the daughter of Alicent Hightower and King Viserys, will be played by Evie Allen and later by Phia Saban. Photo: HBO
8. Jacaerys and Lucerys Velaryon
Jacaerys and Lucerys Velaryon are the strong young sons of Rhaenyra Targaryen and Laenor Velaryon - though there are rumours Harwin Strong is their true father. Jacaerys, known as Jace, will be played by Leo Hart and Harry Collett. While Lucerys, known as Luce, will be played by Harvey Sadler and later Elliot Grihault. Photo: HBO