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Introduction
After the ending of Game of Thrones in 2019, it was clear that HBO was considering the fantasy series for spinoff potential. Among the many candidates, one of the spinoff shows already premiered last year – House of the Dragon. However, it won’t be the last spinoff. HBO has plans for more that would focus on Jon Snow and The Hedge Knight, which is based on the prequel novellas called Dunk & Egg.
The Writers Strike
In a recent interview with Deadline, HBO’s head of drama Francesca Orsi talked about the ongoing Writers Strike and its effect on production. Orsi acknowledged the current lack of collaboration in the industry as writers picket for better wages, but she expressed hope that things would reach a conclusion soon. However, various HBO shows have already stopped production, and the strike may affect shows for the 2024-2025 season, such as The Last of Us’ second season.
House of the Dragon Season 2
House of the Dragon’s second season is currently the only known HBO show that’s working through the strike. While showrunner Ryan Condal is only doing duties as a non-writing producer, Orsi said that the network is confident about the sophomore season. If there is anything that needs to be rewritten or reshot, they’ll handle that after the strike. Orsi added that House’s overall future is still being actively discussed, and Condal and George R.R. Martin have been talking about the show’s overall lifespan. The original series lasted for eight seasons, but they’re aiming for half that. She confirmed that those talks would continue after the strike, but in her eyes, House won’t go on for “any less than four, but could be more. We’ll see.”
Potential Spinoffs
The only one spinoff with a firm (potentially three-season) future is The Hedge Knight, although it stopped production during the strike. Others, Orsi called “so nascent…until we realize them as real contenders for production greenlight.” This thought even extends to the Jon Snow series, which is still in the earliest of stages. Before the strike, HBO was working with writers to shape it up for greenlight. However, at this point, there’s no determination on whether it can go all the way.
Conclusion
HBO is hoping that the ongoing Writers Strike will end soon, but it has already affected several productions. Despite this, the network is still hopeful about the future of House of the Dragon, and they have plans for more spinoffs in the making. Only time will tell how these shows will fare, but fans are excited to see what HBO has in store for them.
FAQ
What is the Writers Strike?
The Writers Strike is an ongoing issue in the entertainment industry, where writers are picketing for better wages. This has affected several productions, including various HBO shows.
What is House of the Dragon?
House of the Dragon is a spinoff of the popular fantasy series Game of Thrones. It takes place 300 years before the events of the original series and focuses on the Targaryen family.
What are the other potential spinoffs?
The other potential spinoffs include one focused on Jon Snow and another on The Hedge Knight, which is based on the prequel novellas called Dunk & Egg.
When is House of the Dragon Season 2 coming out?
House of the Dragon Season 2 is intended to premiere on Max sometime in 2024.
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