House of the Dragon finale draws 21 million viewers in three days
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No substantive new information is included in the updated coverage beyond the previously reported ratings. The “House of the Dragon” Season 3 finale reached 21 million viewers in its first three days, underlining the show’s continued importance to HBO and HBO Max despite a modest decline from the season premiere.
More than 11 million viewers were in the US, with the total combining HBO linear viewing measured by Nielsen and HBO Max streams reported by Warner Bros. Discovery. The finale was 2% below the 21.5 million opening for Season 3, while the season averages 34 million viewers per episode so far, close to Season 2’s 35 million average; HBO says it is among HBO Max’s three most-watched returning seasons.
- Finale reached 21 million viewers within three days.
- Viewing was 2% below the season premiere.
- Season averages 34 million viewers per episode.
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House of the Dragon is a fantasy drama made by HBO and available on its streaming service HBO Max. It is set in the fictional world created by author George R R Martin, around 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones.
The series follows the Targaryen royal family, whose rule is tied to dragons and control of the Iron Throne. Its central conflict is a struggle within the family over who should inherit the crown, drawing different nobles and relatives into a civil war.
Viewing figures matter because costly television series are judged partly on their ability to attract and retain audiences across traditional television channels and streaming services. HBO is part of Warner Bros. Discovery, which uses major franchises such as this one to support subscriptions and its wider television business.
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Originally published by Variety as “‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Finale Hits 21 Million Viewers in Three Days”.