The show boasts an impressive cast of characters, including Paddy Considine as King Viserys I Targaryen, Milly Alcock as young Rhaenyra Targaryen, and Emma D'Arcy as adult Rhaenyra Targaryen. Other notable cast members include Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen, Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower, and Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower.