House Of The Dragon Showrunner Miguel Sapochnik Exits Series
House of the Dragon co-creator and co-showrunner Miguel Sapochnik will be exiting the Game of Thrones prequel, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Sapochnik is a Game of Thrones veteran, and will be replaced in a fashion by fellow series veteran Alan Taylor who will step in to executive produce and direct multiple episodes in Season 2.
According to unnamed sources, The Hollywood Reporter indicated that Sapochnik is exiting the show after investing an “exhausting” three years into the prequel series. A statement from Sapochnik in part reads: “Working within the Thrones universe for the past few years has been an honor and a privilege, especially spending the last two with the amazing cast and crew of House of the Dragon. I am so proud of what we accomplished with season 1 and overjoyed by the enthusiastic reaction of our viewers. It was incredibly tough to decide to move on, but I know that it is the right choice for me, personally and professionally.”
House of the Dragon premiered on August 21, and five days later was renewed for Season 2.
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