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‘Unbowed and Unbent’ Exposes Hightower Conspiracy, Daemon’s Discovery

7/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

HBO aired House of the Dragon season 3 episode 5, “Unbowed and Unbent,” on July 19 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.
Daemon Targaryen discovers Ser Luthor Largent and several Gold Cloaks arranging “A Feast for Traitors.”
Investigators trace the killings to Ormund Hightower, whose plan seeks to destabilize Rhaenyra and install Daeron on the Iron Throne.
Ryan Condal said season 4 will begin filming in spring 2027.

History

Historical Context

Game of Thrones premiered April 17, 2011, and its 2019 finale drew 19.3 million viewers, establishing HBO as a leader in premium fantasy drama. Building on that success, HBO launched the prequel House of the Dragon, whose second season arrived in 2024 and a third season is planned for 2026, extending the Targaryen civil-war narrative.

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Story summary

HBO aired House of the Dragon season 3 episode 5, “Unbowed and Unbent,” on July 19 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.
Daemon Targaryen discovers Ser Luthor Largent and several Gold Cloaks arranging “A Feast for Traitors.”
Investigators trace the killings to Ormund Hightower, whose plan seeks to destabilize Rhaenyra and install Daeron on the Iron Throne.
Ryan Condal said season 4 will begin filming in spring 2027.

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