House of the Dragon's Matt Smith & Paddy Considine break down the biggest moments from episode one

HBO's brand new Game of Thrones series House of The Dragon is finally out! To celebrate, we sat down with stars Paddy Considine and Matt smith to talk all things Targaryen, Dragons and when they'll be going on tour with the band.
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[@digitalspy]

We're so glad you enjoyed Janet's interview! 😊 You can see her talking MORE about House of the Dragon here 👉kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6q5eY2tqrNna8k

[@RobbinCotran1]

FINALLY! An interviewer who didn't ask them about their wigs, have they taken anything on set, and how is it riding dragons. 🤣

[@blingsing5383]

What did you do to prepare for such a physically demanding role 😴😪

[@TheMelancholicWriter]

Interviewer: “How did you get into shape for the role?” Mark Addy: “Weeeeeeeeeeeeellll!”

[@DeathDome_]

hell yea i just started it and its fuckin awesome

[@MarkLatimerRussell]

The parallel to Ned Stark she made. Most interviewers today wouldn’t ask that kind of thing. Well done.

[@Hana9916]

She didn't get it right though. Ned Stark didn't feel remorse, he was doing his duty. But he didn't enjoy it like Daemon does, certainly.

[@thedemonhater7748]

Most reviewers would ask them the same generic trite every time lmao

[@IdunnoBroIjdk]

@@Hana9916 He did feel remorse, you can see as he nods as the young squire says tell his parents that he died beyond the wall and not a coward passed it that he felt sadness in his eyes as if that were his own sons.

[@Lairdyful]

@@IdunnoBroIjdk Agreed. Even later on he talks to Benjen about the man he executed. It was clearly troubling him and on his mind.

[@targaryen7029]

@@IdunnoBroIjdk He did not. There's no indication he regrets, Ned is a good man, but he ain't a flawless saint. Oh, you are the one who actually called the Targaryens evil but think the Starks are saint, okay.

[@badandy9716]

The fact that the actor who plays Sir Cristin Cole actually read the books and understands the lore is amazing and shows his dedication to the role.

[@groszekcukierkowy9962]

This woman is excellent at her job! You can tell that actors enjoy different questions than usual, like wings and dragons. She asked them how they felt about their characters and they were thinking about it out loud, that's just great!

[@magpiesneedle2575]

Paddy Considine has been such an underrated actor. From what I’ve read in the book, he has really captured the character.

[@nissan_skyline]

No he hasn't, who said he's underrated? Paddy was their first choice for this role, and people/critics have been raving about his performance as King Viserys. Paddy actually improves on the character quite a bit, even George R. R. Martin prefers Paddy's portrayal of King Viserys over the version from his own book. He's also been nominated for like, 50+ awards throughout his acting career (and won over half of the awards he's been nominated for), so he's definitely getting the recognition and respect he deserves for his work.

[@jeanlundi2141]

@@nissan_skyline Want some camomile tea? :)

[@nissan_skyline]

@@jeanlundi2141 I'm more of a genmaicha tea kind of gal.

[@TheMelancholicWriter]

@@nissan_skyline Easy love. In comparison to the likes of Matt Smith he’s not nearly as highly praised. No one’s saying he isn’t the perfect Viserys or getting praise, because he is, but it’s all a bit overshadowed compared to Milly and Matt

[@ferrm1992]

I think he’s been the best, better than Matt only by a hair. Whenever he’s in an awkward situation or aims to apease his listeners, he does these tone switches and expressions. And when he’s outrage, he’s sooo good. He really lands the role

[@airwaters]

Paddy and Matt are such a cute duo, I feel like I am watching a sitcom, they're so fun and cool

[@freshlakai]

give this woman a raise, these questions are amazing. great interview!

[@DemonicA77]

Careful there, we dont want companies to know, we are not racist

[@JamesT094]

Nah

[@nissan_skyline]

So, she should get a raise for doing her job? Lol I always see people leave comments like this when someone is doing their job like they're supposed to.

[@npats550]

@Nissan Skyline She doesn't deserve a raise for doing her job. She deserves it for doing her job WELL.

[@nissan_skyline]

@@npats550 What? Performing a job well is a basic expectation of any employee. How is doing a job well deserving of a raise when everyone is expected to perform their job well. You think they would've still hired her if she was a shitty performer?

[@ClaudiaBoleyn]

This interviewer is so good. I enjoyed all of her questions and it looks like the cast also enjoyed being able to talk in more depth about their characters. These are the sort of things I like to hear the actors discuss, and it's unfortunately rare for an interviewer to ask interesting questions like this. She also has a really great and curious manner where she lets the actors speak.

[@Katya_Lastochka]

Agreed. She genuinely cares about what she asks.

[@VictoriaWElise]

She has taught me a lot in this interviewer love it!

[@cleverusername9369]

Paddy has such a jolly, jovial air about him, he frequently wears an expression like he just thought of a silly pun. Made him a brilliant Viserys, I can't applaud Paddy's performance enough. Give him all of the Emmys.!

[@OwocowyMr]

it really is a breath of fresh air to see a competent journalist who knows what she's talking about and who actually does a decent research, even possibly is a fan of show/books herself. well done, Janet!

[@danijadedd]

I'm throwing my hat in the "this interviewer is amazing and deserves a raise" ring.

[@tsulkaluadventures2460]

Matt Smith as Daemon has been great. Like the fella that played Ramsay, he steals the show. Very good actor. All the actors this season are very good. Great show.

[@KurouHaptism]

Ramsy who? That name doesnt even exists...

[@MK-jx2lu]

@@KurouHaptism Ramsay Bolton.

[@darkalice650]

Iwan Rheon

[@shimasakeuchi6389]

​@@KurouHaptism Staying true to Sansa's line, "Your name will disappear. All memory of you will disappear." 😂

[@KurouHaptism]

@@shimasakeuchi6389 finally! Lol

[@wanderingtear8882]

I read that Paddy has won a lot of awards as director, writer and producer but here he really shines as an actor, I really want to see him win an Emmy, he’s outstanding as Viserys.

[@Mariana-kz1op]

Finally a great interviewer! Very smart questions, things that fans would like to know.

[@PennycrossLassie]

Can Digital Spy add the interviewers name to the video description. She did a great job and clearly a lot of us are impressed. Id like to see more of her work.

[@VictoriaWElise]

Please!

[@wildercerrate7295]

Hot Fuzz continues to prove that everybody casted in that movie are top tier actors destined for greatness in their work

[@schangzz]

Omg i knew i recognized paddy from somewhere!

[@henrietta9206]

even James Bond was in the cast!

[@npats550]

CRISTON : HATE HIM FABIEN : LOVE HIM And definite kudos to the interviewer, for asking more about the characters and actors, giving them a chance to show how much and how they have to prepare and why?

[@adingdingdiiing6740]

It's rare for an actor to say "good question" so big props to this interviewer. A lot of these interviewers give off a desperate "I'm such a big fan" vibe that they actually sound annoying. They always ask generic questions.

[@horuslupercal9936]

Paddy is a Treasure.

[@annabelryan6115]

Apart from the very good interview, Matt is sparkling in that video. His fashion taste is so good as always.

[@hadessync5258]

and the accessories too! i love how he decide to wear the ring on his pinky! i think it was sexy

[@annabelryan6115]

@@hadessync5258 Yees, he is always wearing this rings. They suit him so much.

[@mydreaminorbit9297]

I really like these spoiler interviews with the actors. To get a first hand perspective on these scenes is great.

[@BlushGush]

This was like a scene study. Wonderful deep questions. Great job to the interviewer!

[@ginamcgill7054]

She's an excellent interviewer. Quite rare at these junkets.

[@nicoledenel]

Paddy is amazing on the show. Haven't seen much of him prior to this but I'm delighted with his performance.

[@TimStamper89]

He's one of thise actors that's been vastly under rated for far too long imo in like peaky blinders, pride and death of stalin

[@paolarosichetti899]

Peaky blinders and The outsider

[@Katya_Lastochka]

This interviewer is so prepared and professional. The indepth questions made for interesting answers.

[@Randomlycreatedbyme]

This interviewer is great, you can tell that the actors enjoyed answering those questions!

[@raychpark563]

fabien is so well-spoken. love it!

[@Annapurna818]

Like his late dad. 😔

[@Daniyvet1264]

Awesome interviewer, awesome questions. Made the actors really think about their answers. Loved every bit of it.

[@Siculidee]

THIS is how you interview actors, very good and very entertaining

[@kimc4699]

One of the best interviews I have seen. I love these two. Paddy and Matt.

[@emmalouise8001]

This interviewer is great! Also this show has made me fall in love with Paddy. What an amazing actor!

[@radhiyavangobel6191]

from many interviews with different actors i now can tell that matt smith is gotta be such a wholesome person bcs everyone seems very comfortable with him and he definitely can connect with people around him

[@DavidFraser007]

More interviews from this lady please.

[@Caraxes8687]

This how to do an interview! She asked great, thoughtful questions.

[@kazzlie4510]

Paddy has anxiety around people and you can definitely tell but he answered so beautifully. He plays a perfect Viserys.

[@AlerieHightower]

?????????🤔

[@marshmello3227]

Fabien plays Criston..Viserys is portrayed by Paddy :)

[@kazzlie4510]

@@marshmello3227 oof got the names mixed up whilst writing thanks

[@marshmello3227]

@@kazzlie4510 yeah that can happen especially with all those names ending with 'rys' and 'mon' ...you're welcome :)

[@williamcobbett4943]

He has aspergers

[@craigoneill2216]

Delighted for paddy he’s a smashing actor

[@Tommy_111]

Okay, can this lady do all the interviews of every show from now on

[@joj2607]

Janet is definitely a fan and I am so grateful for her asking such thoughtful questions ❤

[@kdavis1801]

Everything she asked … is what I was thinking after watching the episode! 👍🏿✅🥰

[@mayaamis]

thse press tours are usually so boring with same generic questions, these interviews were actually great well done!

[@aphroditemontefalco1814]

im obsess to matt smith nowadays i dont think its healthy but im not complaining

[@worldeater2414]

How obsessed 🧐

[@izargar]

“Kudos to the next sex scene will not go from me” 😂😂😂 I can smell the incest coming!

[@sumaiyatasnim2325]

They're uncle and niece but deep down they both knew-their relationship is nothing like that. Rhaenyra called her uncle but Daemon never called her niece.

[@izargar]

@@sumaiyatasnim2325 I noticed that too. Thanks for pointing out I thought I was probably thinking way too much. And I think that shows that he’s more into her than she’s into him. And that he knows about his feelings but she still didn’t began to comprehend. There’s a definite sexual tension.

[@evetanasi4557]

Minute?

[@izargar]

@@evetanasi4557 0:34

[@arielleharris624]

This interview was so pleasant to watch!

[@jtekholm]

Hahaha, "we developed it like a dance, if you can call it that"... Matt pegging and thrusting hard while biting lip. :D

[@Wveth]

I like the parallel with Ned Stark but I don't think it's right to say he regrets executing the deserter. He has some sadness that this young man had to die but he believes in the rightness of the rule of law.

[@blueskybelyr]

well I'm sure Ned regretted that he had to die. Ned never took pleasure in killing, and Daemon does. I think that was the interviewer's point.

[@EANDM71]

Interviewer is amazing!

[@TheBPRDCollective]

Incredible interviewer, they're both very knowledgeable about their characters it's very refreshing 💓💓

[@TimStamper89]

Quality interview here Someone who knows what they are talking about and asks interesting questions is so rare

[@HisameArtwork]

Next HOTD interview vids pls put this interviewer's face in the thumbnail corner so I know to click on the vid. I want her to interview them more because she's doing her job very well. thanks

[@joegarcia9951]

My favorite doctor

[@mugbarron2172]

I love in all the interviews they’re such Boi’s 🤣 so endearing and you can tell they have a good dynamic.

[@Orchid_1026]

Really good interviewer!

[@friducha.icarus]

Hats off to this woman! ♥️ Great questions, great interview! 🙌🥰

[@katearcher8514]

I wonder why this Dornish man doesn't have the accent like another Dornish man we all know and love. I can still hear "The gods made this and it delights me" inside my head.

[@tatinesaenzk]

Criston grew up in the Stormlands and is only part Dornish. Unlike Oberyn and the Sand Snakes who grew up there.

[@stephenchristie577]

Dont usually watch these type things. But great interviewer , watched all the way through. Can tell she loves the show and is enjoying the job

[@sorush6735]

Mat smith is a great actor

[@shockmesane4158]

I think ultimately this is a story about a failure to communicate. It's easy to be team Rhaeynra but Alicent does have a point when she quite diplomatically describes Rhaenyras children as plain faced. Alicent always played by the rules and she inherently hates Rhaeyra because she acts like the rules dont apply to her.

[@albertjayme9837]

LOVE THIS INTERVIEW!

[@mitchstepleton5145]

Fantastic interviewer!

[@JotaP1n]

2 great actors.

[@brenna-oh6uy]

Great interviews!

[@scarstruck85]

Amazing interview! Great job Janet!

[@nathangordon4891]

This interviewer was great

[@dzuel09]

This interview was fantastic. Well done!

[@captainpetrson5812]

Great interview, awesome interviewer, beautiful as well

[@TRANGNGUYEN-vd8rb]

She is a great interviewer🎉

[@ladyioan]

Excellent interviewer with real insightful questions!

[@Warriordog1011]

Fantastic interviewer. She asked questions that weee actually interesting. Loved it

[@thekodomo]

actual thoughtful questions in this interview, great work!

[@hyenasilvermotionpictures]

I love Paddy in this new got. He's great.

[@clarabenton]

Love this interview! Proper questions! So good 🎉❤

[@auhcauhc9978]

Omg my fav hotd interview so far for paddy and matt! Awesome job to the interviewer for asking the real questions about the characters they play and the targaryen brother relationship

[@tommysoliz3064]

Awesome casting

[@TheJimmyplant]

Wow amazing interviewer. Really great questions which is refreshing.

[@susanajayi6423]

These questions are heavy! Love it🤭

[@jacktraister7853]

Great interviewer!

[@ifrahhashi3904]

Loved the interviewer!!

[@justinhamilton8647]

viserys is the first targaryen that’s actually likable lol, kudos to paddy

[@MetalCharlo]

Daenerys?

[@fraz6354]

What was wrong with.Maester Aemon?

[@crusemina2653]

@@MetalCharlo 🤣🤣🤣...Oh you were serious?

[@queenb2450]

@@crusemina2653 I don't know why people don't understand that the Targaryens weren't the good guys, and in the timeline of Thrones, they were FINALLY changing the reign of that cursed tyrant house.

[@Sway22]

@@queenb2450 I guess it depends on which Targaryens. King Jaehaerys for example was the best king there ever was.

[@matheus.bueno47]

Amazing questions by the interviewer!

[@dragonchr15]

Damn, give the writers of these questions a gold star....most of these interviews are usually aggrandizing and don't make the interviewee really think....

[@ladystoneheart8155]

Solid interview. Zombie Cat approves

[@crystaldixon6175]

Great interviewer and interview ❤️

[@f33r45]

9:20 i love it how he doesnt wanna spoil it :D

[@v.a.l.i.a]

My boy Criston!!!!

[@enigmaren]

Thank you for asking the question everyone always wants to know when an actor does a sex scene. Got it out of the way fast and kept moving on!

[@mbburke3780]

I ❤ these 2 !!

[@zj4308]

🎉❤good interview

[@Jamie-hh5bj]

Paddy Considine spins my wheels 😍😋😛

[@emilyworrall123]

Good, insitful interview

[@janejane6754]

Wow Digital spy you've got to keep her she's asked just great questions!

[@CoRLex-jh5vx]

"The thing about the first episode...is that it really felt like a first episode" - None of these actors, because they're actually passionate about their careers

[@jacintatate]

Whoa I didn't even recognise Viserys played by Paddy Considine.

[@AnwayPramanik]

Matt Smith's eyebrows are like Goku's in SS3 form :p

[@emanuelamanucci18]

FANTASTICI... 🤗❤️❤️

[@nathalisilva9683]

Wow! I just loved tge interviewer! She made really intrincate questions, and not the common places and babling that we usually hear in those interviews! I'mgonna search for more about her! ❤❤❤

[@sonnyfinch1625]

Christin Cole's actor read the books. good guy

[@detestor420]

Paddy & Matt def smoke the ganja

[@LordBloodraven]

When members of the Small Council complain about Daemon when he's doing a good job (clearing out King's Landing) it's time to replace those members of the Small Council.

[@tadhggoreyoneill13666]

Paddy and Matt are brothers from other mothers