Matt Smith’s House of the Dragon is proving to be one of the biggest streaming hits on HBO Max. The Game of Thrones spin-off has climbed to the top of U.S. rankings following the launch of its third season, outperforming several high-profile titles on the platform. It highlights the sustained popularity of the Game of Thrones franchise as the latest season unfolds.
House of the Dragon tops HBO Max charts
House of the Dragon is dominating streaming rankings following the debut of its third season.According to FlixPatrol, the Game of Thrones spin-off claimed the top spot on HBO Max’s Top 10 TV Shows chart in the United States as of June 24, 2026.
The fantasy drama outperformed several popular shows, including Rick and Morty, 90 Day Fiancé, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and Dune: Prophecy. The series also secured the top position on the platform’s overall rankings, highlighting its strong return.
The chart-topping performance comes shortly after Season 3 premiered on June 21, 2026. The new season consists of eight episodes, with new chapters arriving weekly ahead of the season finale on August 9, 2026.
Based on George R. R. Martin’s Fire & Blood, House of the Dragon is set centuries before the events of Game of Thrones. The series chronicles the Targaryen civil war known as the Dance of the Dragons and follows the growing divide between rival branches of House Targaryen.
Season 3 continues to focus on the conflict between the Greens and the Blacks as both sides compete for control of the Iron Throne. The story follows the ongoing war while new alliances emerge across Westeros.
The cast includes Matt Smith, Emma D’Arcy, and Olivia Cooke, who return in leading roles. They are joined by new cast members Tom Cullen, Joplin Sibtain, Barry Sloane, Adam Brown, and Annie Shapero.
Beyond its streaming performance, the series continues to receive a favorable response from critics and audiences. At the time of writing, House of the Dragon holds an average 88 percent critics score and an average 74 percent audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
