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House of the Dragon Season 3’s full directorial team revealed

Here’s the full list of directors for House of the Dragon Season 3, including their past work on Game of Thrones and other big shows.

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House of the Dragon Season 3 is shaping up to be just as epic as its predecessors, with a fresh batch of directors bringing their unique vision to the series. The new season will feature a mix of seasoned Game of Thrones directors and new faces who have made their mark in other popular TV shows. Let’s take a look at the directors behind the episodes of House of the Dragon Season 3 and explore their past work, both in Westeros and beyond.

Here’s the full directorial team for House of the Dragon Season 3

X account @housethedragons has put out a post revealing the confirmed list of directors for House of the Dragon Season 3.

Let’s get a closer look at these directors and their past work.

Loni Peristere

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  • Loni Peristere is a director and executive producer on House of the Dragon.
  • He directed The Red Sowing (Season 2, Episode 7), focusing on Rhaenyra’s recruitment of Dragonseeds.
  • Previously worked on The Witcher and Warrior.

Loni Peristere is an American director and producer known for his work on both House of the Dragon and The Witcher. He served as an executive producer and director for Season 2, and his work on House of the Dragon has earned positive attention from both critics and fans alike.

Peristere is set to return for House of the Dragon Season 3. His previous directorial work on The Red Sowing (Episode 7, Season 2) saw him delivering a key episode that expanded the political intrigue within the show. The episode features Rhaenyra’s attempts to recruit new Dragonseeds for the Blacks.

Peristere’s background also includes work on The Witcher and Warrior, which are known for their impressive world-building and action sequences. Given his experience, fans can expect more of the high-stakes drama and complex character arcs in his upcoming episodes for Season 3.

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Andrij Parekh

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  • Andrij Parekh helmed the episode Smallfolk (Season 2, Episode 6) in House of the Dragon.
  • Known for Succession (Emmy winner) and Watchmen.

Andrij Parekh, an Emmy Award-winning director and cinematographer, was another director for House of the Dragon Season 2 and will return for Season 3. Parekh has gained recognition for his impeccable direction on Succession and Watchmen.

For House of the Dragon Season 2, Parekh directed Smallfolk (Episode 6), a tense episode in which the smallfolk revolt and attack Alicent and Helaena.

Parekh’s has past experience on Succession—where he won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing for Drama Series. His previous work on Watchmen also showed his skill in mixing social commentary with superhero storytelling, making him a perfect fit for House of the Dragon’s political narratives.

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Clare Kilner

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  • Clare Kilner is an English director known for EastEnders, Pennyworth, and Trinkets.
  • Directed House of the Dragon episodes King of the Narrow Sea and The Green Council (Season 1).
  • Returned for Season 2 to direct the episodes Rhaenyra the Cruel and Regent.

Clare Kilner is an English director who has worked on several popular series, including EastEnders, Pennyworth, and Trinkets. Kilner directed several episodes in House of the Dragon, including the highly-praised King of the Narrow Sea and The Green Council in Season 1.

For Season 2, Kilner returned to direct the episodes Rhaenyra the Cruel and Regent. Her ability to bring out the complexities of the Targaryen family’s internal struggles has made her a favorite among fans.

Kilner’s previous work on Pennyworth and EastEnders has also demonstrated her talent for crafting compelling drama and intense character moments, making her an excellent addition to the House of the Dragon directorial team.

Read More: Clare Kilner to return as director for House of the Dragon season 3

Nina Lopez-Corrado

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  • Nina Lopez-Corrado is a director known for The Night Agent, Supernatural, and The Last of Us Season 2.
  • Set to direct multiple episodes in House of the Dragon Season 3.
  • Has directed episodes of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and Perry Mason.

Nina Lopez-Corrado is a versatile director who has worked on shows like The Night Agent, Supernatural, and The Last of Us Season 2. She has made a name for herself with her strong direction and nuanced storytelling, and she is set to direct multiple episodes in House of the Dragon Season 3.

Lopez-Corrado brings a wealth of experience to the House of the Dragon team, having directed episodes of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and Perry Mason. Her experience on The Last of Us gives her a unique perspective on adapting beloved material and keeping the source material’s integrity intact, which will surely come in handy as House of the Dragon expands its storytelling.

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Directors of Photography for House of the Dragon Season 3

@housethedragons has also revealed the Directors of Photography for Season 3. These include crew members who have worked on Game of Thrones or House of the Dragon before, as well as fresh faces coming off of other major franchises.

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Ved Prabhudesai is an avid enthusiast of all things pop culture. He has a special interest in the field of animation and art, with a background in Fine Arts and Digital Media Arts. He has begun his first into the field of Entertainment Journalism with Wiki of Thrones, and has been writing for them since 2023. He also has experience working as a screenplay writer, animator and comic book artist. His hobbies include holding discussions and organising events focused around pop culture, dissecting the importance of media in today's world. He began reading A Song Of Ice And Fire shortly before Game of Thrones debuted on HBO. He has followed the series religiously and has spent hours reading Wikis learning about Targaryen history and possible plot points we will see in the Winds of Winter.

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