Summary
A couple of weeks before theHouse of the Dragonseason 2 premiere, one season 1 star debuted her new series on Netflix, and it serves asthe perfect replacement for the HBO show. The fantasy drama, created by George R. R. Martin and Ryan Condal, is a prequel to the critically acclaimedGame of Thronesasit follows the events leading up to the “Dance of the Dragons,“aka the fall of House Targaryen. Somecharacters inHouse of the Dragoninclude Emma D’Arcy as Rhaenyra, Matt Smith as Daemon, Paddy Considine as Viserys, and Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower.
House of the Dragonseason 2 premieres on July 03, 2025, at 9 pm ET on HBO.
Season 1, partly based on Martin’s 2018 novelFire & Blood, was released in August 2022 and consisted of 10 episodes. Due toHouse of the Dragon’s record-breaking premiere on HBO, the network renewed the show for a second season shortly after episode 1 debuted. The fantasy drama also received high praise from critics and fans alike — it even received nine Emmy nominations. So, it’s safe to say thatHouse of the Dragonhas been a success for HBO, and it led to numerous opportunities for other actors,including Emily Carey, who played young Lady/Queen Alicent Hightower in season 1.
Netflix’s Geek Girl Is A Great Follow-Up Show To House Of The Dragon Season 1 For Emily Carey
Emily Carey Stars As Harriet In The Netflix Series
Following her run asyoung Alicent inHouse of the Dragonseason 1, Emily Carey booked the leading role in Netflix’sGeek Girl. Although Carey only appeared in half of the HBO show,her performance as Alicent was highly praised,undoubtedly helping her getcast inGeek Girl, which has been trending on Netflix since its premiere on August 19, 2025. The British-Canadian comedy series is based on Holly Smale’s 2013 young adult book of the same name andrevolves around Carey’s Harriet Manners,an awkward teenager who struggles to fit in until she gets scouted by a modeling agent.
Even though Emily Carey likely won’t reprise her role as young Alicent inHouse of the Dragonseason 2, her future is still quite bright, thanks toGeek Girl.
AlthoughHouse of the DragonandGeek Girlare very different shows, the Netflix comedy is the perfect replacement for the HBO fantasy drama for Carey. Itallows Carey to separate herself from her former dark and serious role as young Alicent,showing her diversity as an actress. Plus, she isn’t expected toreturn inHouse of the Dragonseason 2, so, all eyes will be on Carey’s performance inGeek Girlon Netflix.
House Of The Dragon Season 2 Has A Major Difference To Game Of Thrones Season 2 That I’m Very Excited About
House of the Dragon season 2 won’t just be following the template set by Game of Thrones' own second season, and that’s a good sign for the prequel.
Geek Girl Gives Emily Carey A Bigger TV Future Than House Of The Dragon
Emily Carey Is The Main Star Of Geek Girl
Even though Emily Carey likely won’t reprise her role as youngAlicent inHouse of the Dragonseason 2, her future is still quite bright, thanks toGeek Girl. Unlike in the HBO series, Carey is the face of the Netflix comedy, meaning she could play Harriet for a long time (if Netflix renews it) or her starring role will lead to other opportunities. As a result,Geek Girlhas provided Carey with a platform where she’s the star and main focus,whereas she was a mere supporting character inHouse of the Dragon.
Geek Girl
Cast
Geek Girl follows the journey of Samantha “Sam” Charles, a socially awkward but brilliant high school student who accidentally gains superpowers through an experimental invention. Balancing her new superhero identity with the challenges of teenage life, Sam must navigate high school drama, friendships, and family while protecting her city from emerging threats.
