Fans of the Game of Thrones prequel, House of the Dragon, can mark their calendars as the release time for Season 3 Episode 1 in India has been officially confirmed. The episode is set to premiere on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 6:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) on the streaming platform JioHotstar. This aligns with the US broadcast on HBO, which airs the episode on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at 9 PM Eastern Time (ET).
Exact India Release Time and Platform
According to HBO and JioHotstar, the episode will be available simultaneously with the US premiere. For viewers in India, the episode drops at 6:30 AM IST on JioHotstar, the official streaming partner for HBO content in the region. The platform offers both English and Hindi dubbed versions. Subscribers will need an active JioHotstar subscription to watch the episode. The series continues to follow the Targaryen civil war, known as the Dance of the Dragons, based on George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood.
What to Expect in Season 3 Episode 1
Season 3 picks up after the dramatic events of Season 2, which ended with the death of King Aegon II's son and the escalation of the war. Episode 1, titled "The Hour of the Wolf" (according to leaked reports), is expected to focus on the aftermath of the Battle of the Gullet and the growing rift between Rhaenyra Targaryen and Daemon Targaryen. Showrunner Ryan Condal has teased that Season 3 will be the most action-packed yet, with major battles and character deaths. The episode runtime is expected to be around 65 minutes, similar to previous season premieres.
Global Release Schedule
Besides India, the episode airs in multiple time zones. In the US, it premieres on HBO at 9 PM ET/6 PM PT on June 21. In the UK, it streams on Sky Atlantic at 2 AM BST on June 22. Australian viewers can watch on Binge at 11 AM AEST on June 22. The simultaneous global release ensures fans worldwide can watch without spoilers. HBO has confirmed that the entire season will consist of 8 episodes, airing weekly.
