Tom Glynn-Carney discusses his portrayal of Aegon Targaryen in "House of the Dragon," highlighting the character's complexities and vulnerabilities, especially after surviving a severe dragon attack. He talks about Aegon's state of mind, the challenges of filming with extensive makeup and prosthetics, and the character's evolving dynamics with other key figures like Otto Hightower and Aemond. Glynn-Carney emphasizes the importance of bringing depth to Aegon, avoiding a one-dimensional villain portrayal.
Tom Glynn-Carney, who plays King Aegon in HBO's "House of the Dragon," confirms his character is still alive despite a dramatic dragon battle. He discusses the complexities of portraying Aegon, the character's volatile nature, and his relationship with his brother Aemond. Glynn-Carney also reflects on the challenges of filming CGI-heavy scenes and the layered nature of Aegon's personality.
HBO is in early discussions for a second "Game of Thrones" prequel series centered around Aegon Targaryen's conquest of Westeros. The project may also have a feature film component. The events of the series take place approximately 300 years before "Game of Thrones" and at least 100 years prior to "House of the Dragon." This is the latest spin-off planned by HBO, with only "House of the Dragon" making it to series so far.
