NEW YORK, July 13 (Reuters) – HBO’s “House of the Dragon” Season 3 has four episodes remaining. The next installment airs Sunday, July 18 at 9:00 PM ET.
The season consists of eight episodes. Episodes 1-4 have aired. The season finale is scheduled for August 8, 2026.
Viewers are asking: what time is House of the Dragon? The answer is fixed. New episodes premiere on HBO and stream on Max at 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT. International air times are 2:00 AM BST (Monday) and 11:00 AM AEST (Monday).
Episode 4 aired July 11, per USA Today. The plot has shifted. Rhaenyra’s paranoia is deepening.
Variety reports Rhaenyra learned Daeron’s true identity. The revelation triggered a crisis of trust. Emma D’Arcy described the character’s state as “paranoia.”
Daemon is pursuing a new romance. D’Arcy called this a return to “pure Targaryenism.” The AV Club notes the storyline is “putting out one of Game of Thrones’ biggest fires.”
Remaining Episode Schedule:
| Episode | Date | Title/Theme |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | July 18, 2026 | The Daeron Dilemma |
| 6 | July 25, 2026 | Pure Targaryenism |
| 7 | August 1, 2026 | The Fire Burns |
| 8 | August 8, 2026 | Season Finale |
Episodes air weekly. No mid-season break. Streaming on Max is simultaneous with the broadcast.
For cord-cutters: Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and Sling TV offer HBO add-ons.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Will there be a Season 4? HBO has not confirmed. Given viewership, a 2027 release is likely.
Why only 8 episodes? A creative choice for tighter storytelling. Season 2 followed the same format.
What time is the episode on Max? Midnight local time Sunday night/Monday morning in most regions.
Don’t miss a dragon. Set the alarm for 9 PM ET Sunday.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: What time is House of the Dragon Season 3 on HBO?
- A: New episodes premiere Sundays at 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT on HBO and stream simultaneously on Max.
- Q: How many episodes are left in House of the Dragon Season 3?
- A: Four episodes remain. Episodes 1-4 have aired; episodes 5-8 air weekly through August 8, 2026.
- Q: Is there a mid-season break for House of the Dragon Season 3?
- A: No, episodes air weekly without a mid-season break. The season finale is scheduled for August 8, 2026.
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Sources: USA Today (July 11, 2026) confirmed Episode 4 date. Variety (July 6, 2026) detailed the Daeron swap and Daemon’s romance. AV Club analyzed the Game of Thrones lore connection.