A Dance of Dragons: Season 1

A Dance of Dragons was officially announced in March of 2021, and released on June 4th, 2022. The first season was subject to much word of mouth, making it the most watched initial season of any show ever, racking in 49.7 million viewers each week from all over the world. Much of the anticipation came from the fact that it was a new era, never before seen on screen, and many people were excited to see what Jack Zimmerman could do with it. Jack hired executive producer of Legacy of the Storm, Alan Taylor as the show's director. 
== Plot ==
=== Episode One-101 AC ===
The Great Council of 101 AC, naming Prince Viserys Targaryen Heir to the Iron Throne, and King Jaehaerys I Targaryen passing the prophecy of A Song of Ice and Fire on to Viserys.
=== Episode Two-103 AC ===
King Viserys I Targaryen's coronation and the tourney in his name, where Ser Criston Cole defeats Prince Daemon, asking for Rhaenyra's favor. 
=== Episode Three-105 AC ===
Return of Prince Daemon from Pentos and naming as Commander of the City Watch, tourney in celebration of the Prince Baelon's birth and the naming of Ser Criston Cole to the Kingsguard, death of Queen Aemma Arryn and Prince Baelon Targaryen, Daemon's celebration and exile, as well as Rhaenyra's appointment as Heir, and Viserys passing on the prophecy of A Song of Ice and Fire. 
=== Episode Four-106 AC ===
Death of Lady Rhea Royce, Daemon takes Dragonstone briefly with Miseria and the Gold Cloaks, and a battle is prevented by Rhaenyra. Viserys declares his intent to marry Alicent Hightower, passing over Laena Velaryon, angering Lord Corlys Velaryon, giving him cause to join arms with Daemon and attack the Crabfeeder in the Stepstones, as well as fracturing Rhaenyra's relationship with Alicent.
=== Episode Five-107 AC ===
Daemon and Laenor Velaryon finish off the Triarchy after Viserys declares his intent to send aid, much to Daemon's displeasure. Daemon is named the King of the Narrow Sea before departing the Stepstones to King's Landing, where he gives up his crown to his brother, and is accepted back happily by the King. Viserys and Alicent marry, and Laenor is introduced by Corlys, Rhaenys, and Daemon to Viserys, being hailed as the "Salt Dragon." As Viserys consummates his marriage, Daemon takes Rhaenyra to the Street of Silk, where he takes her maidenhood. Lord Otto Hightower discovers this, and informs Viserys, who once again exiles Daemon, leading Rhaenyra to sleep with her sworn sword, Ser Criston Cole, to satisfy her needs. 
=== Episode Six-108 AC ===
Rhaenyra makes the last stop on her search for a suitor at Harrenhal, accompanied by Ser Erryk Cargyll and Ser Criston Cole, amongst others. She returns to King's Landing to find Viserys preparing for a hunt at the Kingswood, forcing her to go as well. Daemon defeats the son of a Braavosi sealord, marrying Laena Velaryon. Whilst on the hunt, Jason Lannister once again attempts to put his name forth for Rhaenyra, but is rejected by her. She flees under the pressure, being pursued by Criston. After having sex by a fire, they are attacked by a boar, which breaks one of Criston's ribs, whilst Rhaenyra kills it. At sunrise, she returns to the camp with Criston, covered in blood. After a failure to catch the White Heart, Viserys settles for a normal stag, returning to King's Landing. After getting a suggestion from Lord Lyonel Strong to wed Rhaenyra to Laenor Velaryon, Viserys has the corruption of Otto pointed out to him by Rhaenyra, but he still defends him, declaring his intent for her to wed Laenor, willingly or not. Viserys then travels to Driftmark, where he proposes the marriage to Corlys and Rhaenys, whom agree. Viserys also reconnects with Daemon, forgiving him once more and extending an offer of courtship to him and Laena, but he rejects, declaring his intent to tour Essos with her instead.
=== Episode Seven-109 AC ===
Many Lords come to King's Landing for the marriage of Rhaenyra and Laenor. Daemon comes with Laena, and is welcomed back by Viserys. Rhaenyra learns of Laenor's true nature, and his love for Ser Joffrey Lonmouth. The two come to an agreement to do their duty but also agree to allow their own lovers. At the tourney, Criston Cole is given Rhaenyra's favor and unhorses many riders, including Alicent's brother, Gwayne Hightower. Daemon is withheld from the tourney by Laena, impressing both Rhaenyra and Viserys. Daemon manages to convince Viserys to relieve Otto of his office, leaving Alicent vengeful. He names Lyonel Strong as his new Hand. Rhaenyra sleeps with both Daemon and Laena later that night. Criston makes the discovery through Ser Arryk Cargyll who was on guard then, and he confronts Rhaenyra, who declares it was the last time before she gets married, which makes Criston question their relationship. She attempts to reassure him, but feeling betrayed, he insults her for a whore, causing her to slap him. Criston is called in by Alicent to question him on Rhaenyra's activities, but he instead confesses to his relationship with her for the past two years. However, Alicent assures him she will not forget his honesty, and promises to keep his secret. At the feast the night before the marriage, Alicent enters during Viserys's speech, wearing a Hightower green dress, as a message of war to Rhaenyra for betraying her trust. Rhaenyra and Laenor start the dance, and she dances with Ser Harwin Strong before being stolen away by Daemon. This is when Ser Joffrey Lonmouth takes it upon himself to provoke Criston Cole due to a dare by Laenor. This causes him to attack Joffrey, brutally killing him. Rhaenyra is protected by Harwin Strong as things are sorted. Criston leaves without order. Viserys orders the marriage made then, taking that as an omen. During the small wedding, Criston attempts to take his life in the Godswood, but is stopped by Alicent. 
=== Episode Eight-117 AC ===
Rhaenyra gives birth to her third child, Joffrey Velaryon. Evidently, the true father of Princes Jacaerys (4), Lucerys (1), and now Joffrey, is Harwin Strong the Commander of the City Watch. All three of the children have his light brown hair, and his dark brown eyes. Now, on top of Alicent's two children, Princes Aegon (10), and Aemond (8), she now has given birth to Princess Helaena (6) and Prince Daeron (1). Rhaenyra is escorted by her sworn sword Ser Erryk and Laenor at the Queen's command to her chambers, where Criston Cole resides with her. Following her inspection of the child as well as Viserys's, Rhaenyra returns to her chambers, leaving blood in the halls. Harwin holds Joffrey for the first time and Laenor leaves to "train" with Ser Qarl Correy. 
=== Episode Nine-120 AC ===
=== Episode Ten-Twelve-129 AC ===
== Episodes ==
Episode	Title 	Rating	Air Date
1 	"The Old King" 	9.9/10	June 4th, 2022
2 	"The Young King" 	10/10 	June 11th, 2022
3 	"Heir for a Day" 	10/10 	June 18th, 2022
4 	"The Rouge Prince" 	10/10 	June 25th, 2022
5 	"King of the Narrow Sea" 	10/10 	July 2nd, 2022
6 	"The Realm's Delight" 	9.9/10	July 9th, 2022
7 	"We Light the Way" 	10/10 	July 16th, 2022
8 	"The Princess and the Queen"	9.8/10	July 23rd, 2022
9 	"Driftmark" 	10/10 	July 30th, 2022
10 	"Lord of the Tides" 	10/10 	August 6th, 2022
11 	"The Green Council" 	10/10 	August 13th, 2022
12 	"The Black Queen" 	10/10 	August 20th, 2022
== Awards ==
Best Series - (Won) - 2022
Best Cinematography - (Won) - 2022
Best Supporting Actor - James McAvoy/Viserys Targaryen (Won) - 2022
Best Supporting Actor - Alexander Sarsgaard/Daemon Targaryen (Nominated) - 2022
Best Supporting Actor - Jake Austin Walker/Criston Cole (Younger) (Nominated) - 2022
Best Lead Actress - Sophia Lillis/Rhaenyra Targaryen (Upper Teen) (Nominated) - 2022
Best Lead Actress - Melissa Benoist/Rhaenyra Targaryen (Older) (Nominated) - 2022
Best Supporting Actress - Sai Bennett/Alicent Hightower (Older) (Won) - 2022
Best Supporting Actress - Charlize Theron/Rhaenys Targaryen (Nominated) - 2022
Best Supporting Actress - Dakota Fanning/Laena Velaryon (Older) (Nominated) - 2022
Best Director - Alan Taylor (Nominated) - 2022
Best Writer - Jack Zimmerman (Won) - 2022
Best Composer - Ramin Djawadi (Won) - 2022