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House of the Dragon Season 3 Launch and Sling TV Streaming Options
6/22/2026, 2:25:22 AM
Season 3 Premiere and Sling Availability
House of the Dragon premiered its third season on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET. The series will release a new episode each subsequent Sunday, concluding with the eighth episode on August 9, 2026. Viewers must add the HBO Max service to a Sling TV subscription to access the live broadcast.
Series Premise and Historical Context
Set 200 years before the events of *Game of Thrones*, *House of the Dragon* follows the conflict of House Targaryen. The narrative centers on Rhaenyra Targaryen’s bid for the Iron Throne amid a civil war that pits rival factions and their dragons against one another.
Episode Release Timeline
Streaming Packages, Passes, and Pricing
Sling offers three channel line-ups. The Sling Orange package provides over 30 channels, including ESPN, Disney Channel, CNN, and HGTV, and streams on a single device. The Sling Blue package adds more than 40 channels—such as NFL Network, Bravo, and FOX News—and permits simultaneous streaming on up to three devices. The combined Orange + Blue bundle expands the lineup to 50+ live channels and supports up to four concurrent streams.
In addition to monthly plans, Sling introduced short-term passes: a 1-Day Pass for $4.99, a 3-Day Pass for $9.99, and a 7-Day Pass for $14.99, each granting immediate access to the selected package (add-ons excluded). All bundles include the HBO Max app, HBO Channels, and on-demand content.
Official Statements from Sling and HBO Max
Sling notes that the HBO Max bundle includes access to the HBO Max app, HBO Channels, and on-demand content, and that prices vary depending on additional add-ons and offers. The company also emphasizes that the new passes provide instant 24-hour access for the advertised durations.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Stream House of the Dragon Season 3 now How to watch House of the Dragon Season 3 premiere House of the Dragon made its Season 3 debut today, Sunday, June 21 with new episodes airing each subsequent Sunday.” — USA Today
- “To watch the Season 3 premiere, you'll need to add HBO Max to your Sling subscription.” — USA Today
- “: Sling's new 1-Day Pass gives you instant 24-hour access.” — USA Today
- “99 to start (not including add-ons).” — USA Today
- “You can stream up to three devices simultaneously with the Sling Blue plan.” — USA Today
What’s Next
The series will continue its weekly rollout through early August, while Sling’s short-term passes remain available for viewers who prefer flexible, non-monthly access. Subscribers may also adjust their channel selections or add-ons as new promotions arise, potentially affecting the cost of the HBO Max bundle.
