House of The Dragon’s first reactions are out; and critics have labelled it as “a worthy successor to Game of Thrones”

The House of The Dragon world premiere was held very recently, and while the show’s patriarch George R. R. Martin couldn’t attend the event, the cast, the crew, several celebrities and renowned critics did, and so far their reactions have been largely positive. The Game of Thrones prequel is one of the most anticipated series of 2022, and after the disaster of Season 8 of the original show, House of The Dragon lights a candle of hope in the hearts of the most stern of critics. Let’s have a look at what some of them have to say:

Here's something I think I can say to stir the pot until 8/21. There is something in the premiere episode of HOTD that would be considered high ASOIAF heresy were it not the active involvement and blessing of GRRM. I'm very curious what the theorycrafters will do with it. https://t.co/O06z2BeXZo

— Bald Move (@BaldMove) July 28, 2022

I did not like the last season of #GameofThrones. At all. But I’ll admit the series premiere of #HouseOfTheDragonHBO is really well done and I’ll definitely continue watching. After the episode ended they showed an extended preview of the season and looks cool. pic.twitter.com/wzuIMkZWe0

— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) July 28, 2022

The #HouseOfTheDragonHBO pilot very efficiently explains its context in relation to GoT, introduces its core characters, and lays out the central conflict of the series. It's an easy to follow premiere with vibrant colors and detailed texture. Absolutely a worthy successor so far pic.twitter.com/3lARILHfuv

— Brandon Katz (@Great_Katzby) July 28, 2022

For those curious about the series, without spoilers, I can say that the thing I really dig is the fact that it still feels epic in scale and scope while telling a personal and intimate story about one family, showcasing both their love and dysfunction

— Christina Radish (@ChristinaRadish) July 28, 2022

WOW guys just WOW

I’ll have more later but first take-away: this show is a HEAVYWEIGHT. It already feels.. more serious. They’ve really nailed it. Just wow #HouseoftheDragon pic.twitter.com/YfR9TbHeRq

— ? The Dragon LmL ? (@thedragonLML) July 28, 2022

Beyond honored to have been invited to #HOTDPremiere ! I can't wait for you all to see this show!!! It's a difficult task to follow up GoT but I can tell you THEY KILLED IT!! #HouseoftheDragon pic.twitter.com/BlI4CPlV3J

— Amy Kay ASMR (@AmyKayAsmr) July 28, 2022

Looking at these reactions, how excited are you about House of The Dragon? Tell us in the comments below!