"Last Christmas" actor Fabien Frankel is set to play a key role in upcoming “Game of Thrones” prequel series “House of the Dragon.”
The news was announced by hit series writer George R.R. Martin on Thursday, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
The British actor, who recently appeared in the 2019 film “Last Christmas” alongside actress Emilia Clarke, will play Ser Criston Cole, a knight of the King Virseys Targaryen’s Kingsguard helping pave the way towards civil war.
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The upcoming HBO series tells the story of the popular Targaryen family living in Westeros. The drama is set 300 years before “Game of Thrones.”
"He is the common-born son of the steward to the Lord of Blackhaven," Martin wrote.
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"He has no claim to lands or titles, all he has is his honor and his skill with sword and lance. He is a challenger, a champion, cheered by the commons, beloved of the ladies. He is a lover (or is he?), a seducer (or is he?), a betrayer (or is he?), a breaker of hearts and a maker of kings … Welcome to Westeros, Fabien. And do keep that sword sharp."
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The show is one of six “GoT” spin off series currently being produced by HBO. The streaming service is also developing a Broadway/West End show that will feature new actors playing iconic “Game of Thrones” characters, the outlet reported.
The show is set to begin production in the U.K and will air in 2022.
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