Warning: This article contains spoilers for The House of Dragons!
In an interview with the New York Times, Paddy Considine said he has no intention of watching his final episode of House of the Dragon, which ends with the death of his character, King Viserys.
The actor explained that he’s not a big fan of seeing himself on screen. Also, this is an episode he doesn’t necessarily want to see.
“No I haven’t and I’m not sure I ever will.”said the actor, who was acclaimed for his performance in House of the Dragon.
“Actually, I haven’t seen anything beyond Episode 2. Some people don’t like to watch themselves, and I’m one of those people.”
The actor added: “It’s debilitating. I tend to stay away. I’m sure someone will show me a photo.”
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The screenplay and production of The house of the dragon under the responsibility of George RR Martin and Ryan Condal.
Paddy Considine (Lightning) as King Viserys Targaryen, MattSmith (Doctor Who) as Prince Daemon Targaryen, Emma D’Arcy (Truth Seekers) as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen and Olivia Cook (Player #1) and Alicent Hightower are in the main cast.
based on the book Fire & Bloodthe series serves as a spinoff from Game of Thrones which tells the story of the civil war sparked by the dispute over the Iron Throne, better known as the Dance of the Dragons.
Set over 200 years before the events of the original series, we follow the civil war that unfolds as halfbrothers Aegon II and Rhaenyra fight for the throne after the death of their father Viserys I.
Rhaenyra is the eldest daughter, however Aegon is the son of a second marriage, leading to growing tensions between two Targaryen clans over who has the true right to the throne.
As detailed in the main series, by the time the Targaryen family ruled the Seven Kingdoms, the house was known for its imposing dragons, which like the family had become virtually extinct after the internal conflict.