Ewan Mitchell on whether House of the Dragon Season 2 needed more than 8 episodes

Ewan Mitchell, the talented actor behind the complex and intriguing character of Aemond, has confessed his deep love for the hit HBO series House of the Dragon. His passion for the show is evident in every interview and every scene he graces with his presence. For Mitchell, House of the Dragon is more than just a job. Mitchell can barely contain his excitement as the show prepares for its next season. He’s eager to continue exploring Aemond’s journey and see where the writers will take the story.

Ewan Mitchell’s enthusiasm for Season 2

Actor Ewan Mitchell is eager to dive deeper into his character Aemond. While this season consisted of eight episodes, he would have enjoyed a few more to expand the storyline. Nevertheless, he’s excited to continue his journey as Aemond in the next season, believing that more House of the Dragon is always a good thing. Ewan Mitchell in an interview with NME said,

“I just think the more House Of The Dragon the better, you know? I just love exploring Aemond and I can’t wait to explore even more so in the next season.”

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Ewan Mitchell Defends Season’s Pace

Ewan Mitchell, who portrays Aemond, addressed fan concerns about the season’s pace, asserting that the season caters to diverse tastes. He expressed his enthusiasm for playing Aemond, citing the character’s dynamic energy and constant motion, making his performances thrilling and unpredictable. He delighted in exploring these complex dynamics and believed the season had memorable moments, even if some viewers found the pace sluggish.

“I think there’s moments for everyone. What I love about Aemond… it’s like he can’t sit still. He has to be moving. And he possesses such a kind of catalytic energy that whenever he’s on screen, you know something’s gonna happen. So it’s nice. And the Council Table, there’s so much conflict between these relationships that we all share around this table that I loved to dive into.”

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