House of the Dragon finale draws 21 million viewers in three days
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The “House of the Dragon” third-season finale attracted 21 million viewers in its first three days, confirming the series’ continued strength for HBO and HBO Max. The figure was only slightly below the season premiere, indicating that audience interest remained broadly steady across the run.
More than 11 million viewers were in the United States, with the total combining Nielsen-measured HBO channel audiences and HBO Max streaming figures supplied by Warner Bros. Discovery. The finale was 2% below the 21.5 million viewers for the Season 3 opener; the season is averaging 34 million viewers per episode, close to Season 2’s 35 million average, and HBO says it ranks among HBO Max’s three most-watched returning seasons.
- Season 3 finale reached 21 million viewers in three days.
- Ratings were 2% below the season premiere.
- The 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”.