House of the Dragon's Matt Smith Shows Off His High Valyrian Fluency | The Tonight Show

[@ugochi1]

His portrayal of Daemon is perfection. When he’s on screen he doesn’t even have to utter a word, his body language screams attention.

[@kiddomadeit8634]

Daemon took that boy head off like some melted buttef. Rip

[@guywithalltheanswers6942]

He have coke energy that seems to be natural. A chaotic neutral. George R.R. Martins favorite character .

[@ChrisVillagomez]

Aemond too honestly, I'm excited for the end of the series 🐲

[@PhenyFedelia]

Exactly! He always manages to portray every single role he is given perfectly and I don't even know how he does it.

[@ugochi1]

@@ChrisVillagomez 💯 yes!

[@issaphae9659]

i always find it so interesting how matt smith was shot into stardom by playing such a lovable and wholesome character only to later discover that his true calling is playing absolute menaces

[@rawadosa90210]

He's been Morbing for a while now.

[@mariatereza9721]

If you are talking about Doctor Who he also was a absolute menace 😆

[@TheTwinklinglilstar]

Spot on! 😂

[@Arrynek01]

@@mariatereza9721 Spot on. It's just that the menace was on our side :D

[@ihateunciloveduke]

BROOO , As someone who didn’t watch, I was confused cause I thought he was Dr who but his personality was mad different so I thought I must be confused

[@riley8209]

i LOVE how he is just being himself. Vulgar and all, relatable because I cuss all the time and don't think much of it. This guy is a gem and an absolutely fantastic actor.

[@hush.4945]

I know HAHA he's amazing. But sometimes I think about the idea that if an actress would do the same, be vulgar, etc. they would not say the same as her.

[@urthboundmisfit]

@@hush.4945 Well, no. In the UK, women swearing is not the big deal that it is here. Depends on what social class they're in, to some extent, but that's about it.

[@ZeldasMask]

Think it’s just British not vulgar

[@chocolatechipkookie3439]

@@hush.4945Just listen to Adele speaking, she swears every other word.

[@noorz29]

"It's when I'm at my best. When I don't speak actually". I absolutely love how he pulls off being self deprecating, yet charming and its this whole vibe he has making these comments, be it toward royals, the show or himself. I think Matt Smith has a super interesting personality and I definitely want to see more of him. His acting in his roles speaks for itself actually, so no wonder he's nominated for so many awards.

[@sporeceress1465]

That beautifully spontaneous, organic move with the crown scene when Paddy stumbles is exactly what elevates Matt Smith as an actor. He's great to begin with, but those instincts, that perfect sense of how to magnify character and scene by just posturing or moving or just _looking_ at another character in precisely the right way, he makes his characters shine. He's right, you know? The best parts of Daemon aren't dialogue scenes. They're physical and silent. The way Daemon looks at Viserys and Rhaenyra, the look he gets as he's reading the letter about Viserys sending reinforcements to the Stepstones, and even that brief little sigh/smirk at Aemond that speaks so much as to how Daemon realizes he's watching a younger self staring back at him with one eye. I wasn't sold on him as Daemon to begin with, but oh my god I was so wrong.

[@noorz29]

@@sporeceress1465 yup! You said it very well. All of it I agree with

[@sporeceress1465]

Actually, my favourite bit _isn't_ even one of the dialogue-free ones. He's gone to sing to Vermithor, and it's actually his own voice, minimal editing. He can't quite hold every note perfectly, it comes off as an actual person who isn't a professional singer. But more than that, it's the extremely calm, controlled body language throughout - he's moving slowly, carefully, conveying his _respect_ for the old beast, for the thing he's attempting to do. Vermithor isn't a tool, a weapon to be ridden and used. Daemon genuinely loves and honours the dragons, and everything about how Matt Smith carries himself in that sequence underlines that. Daemon is a true dragonlord, arguably the last of them all. And Matt Smith channels that to perfection.

[@karenguittar8416]

I just recently got access to a DVD of Party Animals, and if you have the chance to see it, he was quite young and quite, quite awesome in it. (UK political tv series)

[@vexmyth0clast]

I truly hope he wins an award for his performance as Daemon. He eats up every scene that he is in even when he’s on the damn floor. I can’t see anyone else in the role.

[@jubu.]

I agree with you.

[@nandogee1205]

Daemon the Niece Slayer

[@jeremyj5932]

Nobody should. The new prequel has now ruined game of thrones. What a horrible series it is. I’ll just have to watch the first season again to try and erase the prequel from my mind.

[@dratini4036]

@@jeremyj5932 lmao i bet you were one of those bozos who thought the last seasons of got were amazing

[@jeremyj5932]

Damn dratini you had a 50% chance to guess it right and you still got it wrong. Speaking of bozo…

[@bondpenelopebond]

Daemon steals the show every time he's on screen. I guess that's just a Matt Smith thing at this point. Love his personality.

[@bondpenelopebond]

@@royalgem6379 typo smh. happy now?

[@angelicaterry3367]

his acting choices put me off watching Dr Who but he is perfect in his current role since i can dislike the ish out of him

[@HK-gm8pe]

Daemon and Rhaenyra are two of my favourites in the show and also in the books, I dont spoil anything but I think that Daemon is going to be a fanfavourite ,I hope that Emma Darcy is able to follow in Millys footsteps , suchand amazing chotic and passionate characters are they both...yeah its incest but nobody realis that this WHOLE FAMILYis full of incest Visryss and Daemons mother and father were sister and brother D so Iam rooting for Rhaenyra and Daemon get together at some point :)

[@royalgem6379]

@@bondpenelopebond You mean "Thank you"? And I say "You're welcome" 😊

[@bondpenelopebond]

@@royalgem6379 yeah keep liking your own comments. see if that gets you somewhere 💀

[@evehhr2]

I'm so happy Matt is finally getting the main stream recognition he deserves, he's always been a fantastic actor

[@ROYAL_REBEL]

About time he gets recognized

[@elgringobordale8123]

Yes!!!! He is amazing! I am happy as well

[@EmilyDiCaprio17channel]

I’ve been a fan of his for years now and his success gives me so much joy

[@evilydal]

Already Love him in Last Night in SOHO

[@nightkore6756]

and he is so charming omg

[@LetsGetitBoah]

Daemon truly is going to be a legendary character. Easily one of the most compelling characters in ALL of entertainment. You truly never know what he's going to do next. The acting is top tier.

[@josuemelena1478]

We do it’s in the book

[@ang77l]

@@josuemelena1478 okay smartass

[@deadlyydude5522]

Y’all ain’t ready for season 2, daemon is gonna do some crazy shit!!

[@LetsGetitBoah]

@@josuemelena1478 Sort of yes, but they've changed a few things around here and there. Like when he cut Vaemonds head in half, that's not how that went in the books.

[@ToriHiragana]

@@LetsGetitBoah it was better in the show

[@sarahconnor13]

as a british girl who swears constantly, it was honestly refreshing to see him swear as much as he did. real british representation.

[@GullibleTarget]

I think he is playing up to his character when he promotes a show. He was on Graham Norton when he played Prince Phillip and he sounded VERY posh and his entire demeanor was different from this show. More etonian graduate. He also did not swear and as you know; you can swear on the beeb after the watershed. So I think Matt is also doing it a bit on purpose. He's been told not to swear but does it anyway and Jimmy only tells him off by the end. Seems a bit of a set up. It is very in line with Deamon. "Deamon don't to that" OK "Deamon! I TOLD you not to do that" Oh! And I did it anyway, didn't I? I am so sorry. No really, I am Deamon is that person who whacks you in the face and then says 'sorry'

[@piljoe0828]

I think thats a european thing :) i am from austria and we swear constantly to hahaha

[@sergeantmajor_gross]

How is your surname German?

[@Thawhid]

@@runningbear6391 they just do it to act "cool"

[@BlackDiamond2718]

Well we did get something from you guys. ;)

[@daniromero5135]

I love how as Matt kept cursing Jimmy was getting more and more stressed😂😂😂

[@intisarmehbubkhanramim7650]

Jimmy couldn’t anymore at last 😂

[@FazartOrganization]

Gotta make sure your beepers are on-point. Lol

[@misteral1083]

@@alexhein1738 Might be his last.... To me (as a fellow Brit) it looked like Matt was very relaxed and talking the way many of us do in daily life. He'd have had no problem if he'd been on the Graham Norton Show!!

[@3200DPI]

Wrapped it up pretty quick after that.

[@marcjones5862]

Americans seem really precious about language on TV. it’s so weird

[@Tilly1770]

I love how Matt Smith treated it like a UK talk show instead of a US one😂😂😂 Jimmy having a heart attack every time he swears lololokik

[@meganyoung.]

So they can swear on British talk shows? Asking genuinely bc I have no clue! Lol. Everyone always says Brit's are "so repressed" (came from a Brits mouth) and polite but the more I watch and learn it seems like half the time it's the opposite lol. They drink like fish, swear like sailors, it's so funny. They all love (well, "lovED" now, RIP) the old queen to death with unfailing respect yet will get drunk and beat each other to a pulp and maybe even throw in a couple stabs all before lunch time lol. It's so funny bc I know us americans come off as total ASSHOLES with no manners and all fat and disrespectful but we think that people from the UK are always so nice sounding and not so tough or like "macho" bc of the accents lol. Yall can be cussing each other out and it sounds like Canadian neighbors in a tiff lol. God I hope I'm explaining this in a way that makes sense and isnt offensive at ALL. I kno there are definitely hardcore people in the UK, you people invented PUNK for gods sake lol.

[@priyasivaraman5879]

He really thought he was on Graham Norton 😂

[@nostalgiatrip7331]

LMAO noticed that

[@kimmieh8419]

It truly is so stupid that they don't allow swearing when there is sooooooooooo so so so SOOOOO much worse things being seen/said everywhere, everyday. Seriously, does the 'F'-word even have any 'oomph' like it used to have?

[@meganyoung.]

@@kimmieh8419 lol great point. It's like "hey!!! You better make sure to bleep out the no-no word that's said in the middle of the scene where the guys gettin disemboweled! We dont wanna upset anyone! Oh, and just to be safe let's go ahead a bleep the one that's happening while the woman is getting raped too. You kno the rules and regulations man!" 🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤣🤣

[@rowell669]

I love his character. My only complaint is they don’t feature him enough. He carries the show to some extent. The scenes with Daemon are always the best. And I loved every f- word that came out of his mouth.

[@shaquonstewart3736]

Facts

[@Tajbor87]

yeah but you know how little Darth Vader was on screen in the first Star Wars, and yet he became legendary and iconic

[@minhafarooq4501]

@@shaquonstewart3736 uu+

[@NangDoofer]

@@Tajbor87 Can't have too much of a good thing

[@fashionablyrude4339]

Totally agree. The whole storyline with the crab king should have been a whole episode in itself

[@ahmyakm9176]

He's such a good actor that I can't even imagine anyone else playing Daemon on this show. The sad thing is before ppl really saw his performance most fans were just hating on him bc they thought he wouldnt fit the role. And he proved the contrary and won everyone's approval in just 2-3 episodes.

[@thethingthatshouldnotbe3035]

We call it the Heath Ledger syndrome

[@allisontowell7177]

Ehhh he seems to always do that. Like the doctor 😉

[@staceytroffer8287]

100%. I’ve read the book a few times and as Daemon HES PUUURRRRFECT! Misunderstood, but tough and aggressive, but quite tender when you least expect it.

[@allisontowell7177]

@@brandon5012 if he does in the show, then I’m sure it’s just the script writing

[@daydreamcomedianne]

If you see him on the Crown, it's a bit of a gateway to that role. His Phillip isn't a full Daemon, there are some similar elements. He flies a plane instead of a dragon. There's implied infidelity. He's in this position where he wishes he had more power, and a woman he loves rules over him. Oh and Elizabeth is his cousin so incest. As soon as he got cast as Daemon I was like "yeah, he's gonna kick ass as this!"

[@THEAnnEla]

Every time he is on screen he steals the show unless he's there with Milly and they steal it together. His charisma is insane, he is a perfect Daemon.

[@saheb_faizi]

😍😍😍

[@gollanikhil3098]

I thought I am the only one

[@t-bonethugger9389]

He made morbius the movie of all time 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@neptune6989]

true

[@vokasimid5330]

@@t-bonethugger9389 🤣😆

[@livvyb3583]

I just got finished watching the first four episodes of House of the Dragon and I absolutely love Daemon which is a lot in part because of Matt’s portrayal. Such a great actor.

[@NK-vb3fn]

I haven't watched GoT, should I watch House of Dragons?

[@rishabhchawla4901]

Most definitely. It is awesome.

[@niharshastri3519]

@@NK-vb3fn yes its a prequel and you'll understand like 95 percent of it without watching GOT

[@nissan_skyline]

Me too. Perfect casting decision for that character. He steals every scene he's in, even when he doesn't utter a single word lol, and I just love the chemistry between him and his on-screen niece.

[@tajaemartin2251]

@nissanskyline lol did you see the preview? She is pissed at him for leaving her 😂

[@indighost4364]

I was skeptical about Matt playing a Targaryen but I must admit he is KILLING IT and without a doubt my favourite character in the show now.

[@anonsmith3459]

It's comments like these that baffle me. Where would the skepticism come from like honestly?? It's just like Henry Cavill having had to actually campaign- campaign- to be The Witcher. What are you all smoking?

[@tammy4742]

@@anonsmith3459 exactly. Matt Smith proved multiple times he would be great fit Targaryen

[@anonsmith3459]

@@tammy4742 Girl! Like the EGOS & NERVE on these TALENTLESS people - talking about they were SKEPTICAL?? NO YOU'RE BLIND DEAF & DUMB TO OBVIOUS TALENT! Like who the heck do you think you are being skeptical??? Honestly Daemon & Daenerys are my favorite Targaryens EVER on screen so far. The way that High Valerian rolls off that mans tongue like butter?!? GTFOH HE'S WINNING AN EMMY FOR THIS ROLE NEXT YEAR👏🏽 PERIOD. 👏🏽

[@amandanguyen390]

You know people do have a right to be skeptical on things because they haven’t done enough research into it right? Sure it’s demoralizing for the Matt’s fans to hear such words, when they know how versatile he is as an actor better than most who have just gotten into the HOTD bandwagon, but is it that necessary to call those skeptics names and go on full offense over a famous person?

[@anonsmith3459]

@@amandanguyen390 "You know" your comment made no sense. Who's arguing rights? You and you alone. Why because I'm going to turn your sorry argument on its head- if he has the right to be skeptical about his performance, I have the right to question his and anyone else's skepticism PERIOD. You basically had a whole conversation with yourself. But what you're not going to do is you're not going to lecture me on WTH I said or how I chose to say it cuz YOU'RE NOT CHANGING IT - I know I'm not. I put down EXACTLY what I wanted to say as usual. Girl bye 👉🏽🚪 you should have just exercised your right to keep scrolling. 😌 #DISMISSED

[@mariavelasquez184]

I know this is not just me thinking it , but Matt speaks high Valyrian like it is his mother tongue. There is no other role more perfect for him.😍

[@jakebradford4272]

He is an excellent actor, I bet he gives his best at everything

[@eloiseeloiseeloise]

he deffo spent a good few hours on Duolingo for this role lol

[@joshleonaherndon6199]

If I remember correctly you can actually go and learn high valerian in one of the language apps I forget which ine

[@mariavelasquez184]

@@joshleonaherndon6199 yes Duolingo

[@LadyStoneheart312]

He is Daemon Targaryen of the blood of Old Valyria.. Valyrian is his mother tongue!

[@tristangarza3283]

Every scene with him in HOTD is great. Love his acting and presence in the show.

[@jimherold7827]

I really liked Milly Alcock as Rhaenyra. I think her acting performance was the best in the show. Shame she had to be replaced with the time jumps.

[@nickfernandez829]

Aww u can tell matt genuinely didn’t know he couldn’t curse on the show his face looks like he feels real bad

[@SwiftFoxProductions]

Oh, I think somewhere in the back of his mind he knew that but, he totally forgot. He does American talk shows very rarely and had never been on the Tonight Show before so, the rules just slipped his mind. Which makes you feel even worse and why he looks so guilty about it. I think he was so focused on trying to look cool for Jimmy, censoring his language just went out the window.

[@Auroralights321]

That was so cute. I feel bad that I never knew who he was until House of Dragons. I already love him.

[@CeliaHakusho]

British talk shows that take place at night don’t censor curse words so Matt Smith is not used to it.

[@nickfernandez829]

@@CeliaHakusho that’s what I was thinking

[@nickfernandez829]

@@Auroralights321 I know it was so wholesome how he reacted 😅

[@AlexIsModded]

Matt Smith singing to Vermithor is a scene wrapped in beauty and absolute terror that makes Tyrion unchaining the dragons look like it was not as dangerous as it was. He was the perfect choice for Daemon.

[@dennisnkosanampofu7212]

Well said

[@NoNoSquare]

It made Tyrion's scene look........small

[@Procprocproc726]

For me its the best scene in season 1..

[@pnut3844able]

There's a theory that Tyrion isn't Tywins son, and that's one reason he hates him so much. The theory is his true father was a Targ, which is why the dragons didn't attack him.

[@HerschelVjepxa]

@@pnut3844able LOL

[@lilybolanos9301]

I really didn't expect him to swear 5 times. He really didn't know he wasn't allowed too which just means he swears all the time normally. He's just like me fr.

[@aimeemarie5462]

On Brit TV they aren't so stuffy about swearing. He's probably just used to that. Maybe we need to live by the Brit rules when it comes to censored swear words lol

[@danielhughes5932]

Ughh that is the lamest thing ever when people brag that they cuss. No one cares

[@lilybolanos9301]

@@danielhughes5932 it’s not bragging Daniel, I’m just stating a fact. Not proud of it, it just is what it is and I like Matt smith. Also at least 100 people care so screw you (but also good drink some water and brush your teeth and take care of yourself have a good night!)

[@nakk242]

@@danielhughes5932 bout as cringey as those who comment to say they dont care, right? lol

[@marshmello3227]

@@danielhughes5932 idk if you saw the same comment as the rest of us did..but the commenter wasn't bragging tho🤔 they just said that they swear as much as Matt...where's bragging about swearing🤔idk Also... it's pretty cringe that you came to a random comment just to reply that you don't care (about that same comment)

[@alicesilva-rc2vu]

the way he speaks in high valyrian is so good!! you can totally tell that he really commited to his character, his voice sounds so good! it's amazing matt smith is such a good actor, I really hope he gets at least a nomination at the next emmy's, he deserves so much!

[@rahmatmanurung8133]

I think he deserves to win this time.

[@alicesilva-rc2vu]

@@rahmatmanurung8133 totally agree!

[@rsync9490]

Its surreal to see actors other than emilia speaking high valyrian.

[@AlejandroCab98]

True but he got the timeline wrong, it happens 120 years before GoT not 175!

[@ernie8878]

@@AlejandroCab98 It's actually 172 years (says so at the start of the series). He was only off by 3 years.

[@sumanilyas293]

Matt embodies every character he plays. He is my favorite Doctor and there couldn't have been a better Daemon! Just absolutely love everything he does. Elated to see him getting all the love and recognition and praise!

[@olejrgenrnning8287]

And he was the only person that made morbius watchable!

[@arthurcosta9482]

I get so confused looking at him because he is ugly and at the same time handsome but tall!

[@arthurcosta9482]

I get so confused looking at him because he is ugly and at the same time handsome but tall!

[@clairedelune-ri4ti]

So true! There was a scene in Last Night in Soho that made me think of him as the Doctor. I first watched him in Doctor Who so I always associate Matt Smith with the Doctor Who franchise.🙈

[@sumanilyas293]

@@clairedelune-ri4ti Such an underrated film that is too!

[@jigyboy267]

He is the Tyrion of House of Dragons his screen presence is incredible steals the show hands down 🔥🔥🔥

[@C0NTUMACIOUS]

no

[@belle7289]

Not even close lmao

[@Manijkoi]

Both are different

[@imnotchilla9482]

??

[@bookywooky2259]

I feel it's aemond

[@lejesstanner]

The polite shock when Fallon says he's never been Emmy nominated is the best acting Smith has done all year

[@MariaDanieladelaRosa]

HAHAHAHAHAHAH

[@darkprincess1918]

Matt seems like he has so much energy, that he can’t help but move. ❤

[@NekoHibaCosplay]

he never lost this energy he had since Doctor Who days ❤ an amazing bloke

[@joes.2788]

Cocaine.

[@panatdasukchart6903]

He seems very playful person.

[@corianderwinstead4412]

He is very much energetic in real life. I met him 4 years ago and he was absolutely lovely.

[@carolmartin1298]

From Matt's first episode on Doctor Who, I loved him! He's such a versatile actor, and he really shines as Daemon, steals every scene

[@kaithorenfawkes8312]

I agree with you 100%! I loved him as The Doctor as much as I loved David Tennant, but Matt is off the chart as Daemon! I can't wait to see him in Season 2! And he makes High Velyrian sound like a real language. Just love him and how he acts.

[@thedonahuetwins]

I laughed so hard when Matt finally was like,“oh crap I can’t curse.”😂😂5:56

[@dallesamllhals9161]

FUCK NO! Really?

[@MatthewJBD]

Swear*

[@dallesamllhals9161]

@@MatthewJBD Potty mouth?

[@theimmortalcadaver6300]

@@MatthewJBD Cuss

[@Dontlook146]

Jimmy F is a terrible host. He has no clue about HOTD...

[@Dino13]

I've rewatching The Crown this week, and it is insane the chemistry he had with Claire Foy. Then I remembered the chemistry he had with Karen Gillan In Doctor Who. Now the chemistry he has with Milly Alcock in House of the Dragon. So I don't understand how some people are worried about how the Daemon/Rhaenyra thing will change when the actress switch happens, because Matt could be cast beside a rock and it would still be so interesting. He bounces energy so well, that's why his interviews are always so entertaining. Can't wait to see how the rest of the season goes with Emma.

[@clairedelune-ri4ti]

I thought he had chemistry with Jenna Coleman. I badly want to see a romance movie with both of them starring in it.🙈

[@100Crackfist]

The man had chemistry WITH the Tardis he's fucking awesome.

[@oceancat0450]

I am NOT looking forward to the actress switch at all.

[@neamraven]

When the switch happens Rhaenyra will be ruined pretty much. Shame to lose her so early.

[@licia_bobishka]

Emma and Olivia were both cast first.. then they cast the younger actors later on based on what Emma and Olivia looked like when they were younger. People haven’t even seen it yet to give it a chance but they are all up in arms about the switch. I say bring it on. I hope they all eat their own words 😜 it must really suck to be Emma and Olivia right now reading all of this feedback..

[@cooper512]

He is absolutely captivating in House of the dragon. In fact the whole cast is

[@BigBalthazarr]

really dude? his character is the only decent written one all the rest of them are created for virtue signalling and woke messaging garbage show

[@aidan9117]

@@BigBalthazarr the irony of calling out poor writing and reading this comment.

[@BigBalthazarr]

@@aidan9117 that's all you got? the grammar and spelling police for KZbin comments lol. would you like me to submit a formal essay explaining myself next time?

[@aidan9117]

@@BigBalthazarr a formal essay outlining how King Viserys is in some way virtue signalling would be some achievement I’ll give you that.

[@ROYAL_REBEL]

@@BigBalthazarr What woke messaging are you talking about? I think you're confusing this show with Rings of Power

[@clancy9438]

I love celebrities who swear. They are oftentimes the most sincere and open people

[@annie5842]

This bleeps are so ridiculous. Anyone knows what he said. I can't understand it, in Germany you can swear on TV the whole day and in the US it's forbidden in a late night show. Come on

[@echelongirl9685]

He's just the best in the show. His performance is absolutely mindblowing. Love every second he's on screen 💯

[@mackdaddy2153]

Agreed!!!

[@ki-adi-mundi4749]

@@runningbear6391 ? No

[@kimberlywilmoth9184]

@@runningbear6391 That's not obvious at all. I've already seen multiple interviews with him and he's always been kind and funny, very charismatic and personable.

[@IrrelephantRamblings]

I watched his whole run in Doctor Who and he killed it has The Doctor. But I honestly didn’t think would be able to pull off Daemon. But he really really does. Such a good actor.

[@TonyOnePilot]

Yeah, I mean, he’s Doctor might be goofy, sweet and funny most of the times, but when he goes dark he REALLY GOES DARK

[@letteralex]

He was pretty good, but David Tennant was tough one to follow.

[@jarnobrofelt1891]

Which seasons he is a Doctor? I have watch it! Really great actor! 👏👏

[@bluelily7174]

@@jarnobrofelt1891 5, 6, 7 I think

[@jarnobrofelt1891]

@@bluelily7174 thx! 👍

[@Basedbrulee]

I'm so glad this man is getting the recognition he deserves.

[@brunoxd151]

"It's about an incestuous volatile sociopathic family" Wait, is he still talking about the crown?

[@banibatbout]

Hhhhhh

[@pixii89]

Oof😂

[@A45-r8s]

Lol i just realized that's he's on that too

[@Maggie-rr8gi]

It could be either 😅😅

[@alisonsanter8074]

Brilliant 😂😂😂

[@marisol07_g]

Matt smith as Daemon was the best decision ever. He really does a great job portraying him. Literally fell in love ❤

[@mc23243]

I'm so happy for Matt's success, he really is a great actor

[@allie__]

really hope him, Paddy and Milly get Emmy/GG noms next year cause their work has been incredible so far!!

[@dipankarjoshi3828]

emmyis coming for matt

[@nikamumladze8220]

Kinda sad that milly and paddy wont play their roles much longer...

[@zedan4]

When I read Paddy and Milly I thought you meant the two British MMA fighters Paddy and Molly for a second looool

[@lucifermorningstar6302]

Yeah , no offence both are good , none of the actors in hotd so far have shown emmy worthy perfomance . Next year will have bob oden kirk , brian cox and Anthony starr all of who who are far superior .

[@imdancingforever5215]

They will!!!!

[@chispuda]

He’s amazing!!!! The Crown and now House of Dragons. What a magnificent actor.

[@hannah1948]

I just love him!!!!!❤❤

[@lynnquin8565]

Before that, the 11th Doctor!❤️

[@t-mac1236]

As a dude I have to say something about this man is just insanely attractive. It’s not that he’s classically “hot” he just oozes charisma and confidence yet is an incredibly sweet man. I must take notes.

[@zoebaggins90]

As a woman, i could not agree more.

[@henrietta9206]

As a woman, still..I _must_ take notes

[@lazypotato2204]

He has a je ne sais quoi about him that makes him super attractive. Definitely not a common type of beauty, and I'm all for it.

[@elihollingsworth6852]

Man I agree, he's had an absolutely magnetic charming character, it's insane.

[@MT-UK]

It’s the British in him

[@elaynadanner117]

He's pretty damn endearing. Amazing actor. He needs an award like, yesterday.

[@arthurcosta9482]

Have you read the books? I'm on the fifth book, watching House Of Dragon and I'm Daemyra!

[@elaynadanner117]

@@arthurcosta9482 I've read the cliff notes on the internet and the spoilers. It's going to be devastating. Idk why we put ourselves through this. 😆

[@arthurcosta9482]

@@elaynadanner117 THANK YOU for responding to my love for Ice and Fire and House of Dragon it's so sad to be a lonely fan!

[@arthurcosta9482]

@@elaynadanner117 I only read the song of ice and fire so apart from Daemyra I didn't get ALMOST any spoilers

[@arthurcosta9482]

@@elaynadanner117 Is it just me or does Matt Smith have no eyebrows?

[@nikki3879]

Not only is he swearing like a sailor, he also stopped to translate what "boozer" means 🤣 He is a delight.

[@bri7676]

People saying he swears like a sailor meanwhile I’m thinking man he barely swears like once every few mins. My friends and I swear way more 😂😂😂

[@andyclift6481]

matt is one of the great actors of our time. truly amazing to see him do anything tbh.

[@Violet-mv6xe]

Matt is charismatic, insanely talented and the perfect Daemon, no one could've portrayed him better, he was born to play this role. I hope he wins an award, he truly deserves it. Can't wait for the next episode, that last clip was 🔥.

[@Guruthosa]

He was my first Doctor. He is very dear to me, just the way he talks brings back that feeling of excitement. So happy to see him as Daemon now, his Philip was also soooo fun. He gets such great roles and commands the screen so naturally.

[@DanteMinecraft]

Oh lovely! :)

[@superhesler]

Cringe. You have no idea what 9 and 10 where like. To see

[@Guruthosa]

@@superhesler I love nine and ten actually. And Capaldi too. But he was my first and that's special ;)

[@Proxima2]

I don’t know what it is about the guy, but he oozes naughtiness from every pore! As the character Daemon he’s slaying it! Well done Matt Smith.

[@zulawoo]

Lack of eyebrows

[@patb2582]

@@zulawoo lmaoo

[@happycommuter3523]

When he was first cast as the Doctor, a friend and I binged everything we could get our hands on that he was in. He was such a young actor that there wasn’t much, but he was excellent in everything. We knew he would make a brilliant Doctor. He’s so tremendous as Daemon, though. I’m so happy he’s getting the recognition he deserves.

[@nienkexkus]

Hahaha love british people. Their sarcastic dark humor, swear a lot and being honest with no sugar coating. I went on a holiday with some british boys/girls and as a dutchie myself we clicked immediately. 😂❤️

[@liss441]

Just like aussie’s

[@cogito919]

That makes sense to me, from my short experience living in NL as an american I've found dutchies also have sarcastic dark humor, swear a lot, and are extraordinarily blunt, I love it. I think my favorite dutch curses were ones that were just diseases like "kanker" and "optiefen" lol

[@MelkisgoedvoorJan]

I love how they'e still calling Elizabeth ''the queen'' she deserves it to be the queen eternaly

[@BrawndoQC]

Dutch people remind me of Quebec people for some reason. Not the same culture and language but it's like Quebecers are closer to Dutch than French even if they speak french.

[@hwren9845]

As a Brit I always seems to get along with Dutch people, Irish people, Danes, and Aussies the best.

[@00Mindi00]

His performance as Daemon has been absolutely MAGNIFICENT. EVERY scene so powerful, you want to cling to EVERY word he says. He better win an award!

[@mireya5_sneakers]

Yes 🖤

[@ElissaStark514]

He IS the show, for me, like Jon was, before. As soon as he gave Rhaenyra the necklace, I was enthralled.Q

[@00Mindi00]

@@ElissaStark514 How about that scene when he returns to Kings Landing and he and Rhaenyra are speaking infront of the tree, almost the entire scene in High Valyrian, just SPLENDID. ANY scene with those two characters, just BRILLIANT.

[@alicesilva-rc2vu]

he's so charismatic!! great actor

[@MrCdub88]

Paddy and Matt’s acting and there characters stories compliment each other so well, it’s fucken amazing! Hope they get some sort of recognition for some future accolades

[@LemonAndIggy]

Watching Jimmy Fallon cringe with panic every time Matt Smith cursed made me laugh way harder than it should have. Poor Matt was just acting like he's having a chat with a friend and Jimmy is like BRO IM WORKING RIGHT NOW S T O P

[@_Noluv]

isn’t it a late night show? They can’t curse?

[@misteral1083]

@@_Noluv Not in the US. In the UK it's far less of an issue.

[@UnknownvV]

Hahaha It was so funny 😅

[@razjml]

There's no watershed for US broadcast television like there is in the UK. Girl nearly gets seduced by her scheming uncle while dozens of naked people writhe around them in a brothel? Can't casually do that in a movie in 2022, but HBO is a premium cable network, so it's all good man. However, throw out a casual f-bomb on CBS? Woah woah woah, that's a fine, have some basic common decency! Pretty bizarre when you think about it 😂

[@joycelimaks]

Actors should be instructed to not swearing on live tv, looks like the program might get sued due to these swearings.

[@lizs5152]

He has absolutely blossomed in the years following his run on Doctor Who. He was always so great at playing the awkward turtle that was the eleventh Doctor, but holy cow, he is seriously embodying Daemon Targaryen even now

[@amany247]

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم A message to the world: Every day, the State of Israel brutally kills defenseless children without any mercy, with American support and deliberate media distortion of the truth of their crimes. Search for the truth, as racism still exists and Western countries still view human souls in a racist and classist manner. May God guide everyone No god but Allah Islam way for peace and real monotheist Search about the truth with honest heart

[@rhaegarrubey4488]

I was skeptical of Matt Smith playing Daemon. Episode 1 had me completely sold! Just amazing.

[@Ellaviaella]

He's a brilliant actor, and the way he portrays Daemon makes him the best character on the show, despite many of his best scenes being erased, cause the writers obviously have an agenda, he still remains the most popular character. Hope the writers don't fck him up for the next seasons

[@josephhanratty]

They seriously couldn’t have casted anyone better than Matt smith. Dude is already a legend at this point

[@maxstriga9233]

He's just like Cillian Murphy when they don't speak.. so much presence

[@zoebaggins90]

I once met Alan Moore in real life. His presence was palpable. He's like a gentle giant with a black aura.

[@al3xgames790]

My Doctor right here, his performance in anything he does is genuinely insane. The best Doctor and one of the most underrated yet best actor I've seen in a while

[@nivras2757]

I like his performance as Prince Phillip too! Very compelling actor! Daemon is a legend himself!

[@justinamenta7241]

This dude just oozes charisma

[@mirawondafication5731]

and sweetness

[@shnarfer]

11

[@pacotaco1246]

Thats the doctor for you!

[@hotdblackalways]

Matt is one of the best actors 🙌 He does acting with his eyes.

[@moonbean5388]

Matt is just brilliant in everything that he does such a good actor

[@Sandra727Is]

The swearing made it funnier 😂😂 he’s so cool irl

[@Agesilaus.88]

He's so wholesome. I'm very happy for him.

[@benw4409]

I grew up watching Matt on Doctor Who and let me tell you, it's surreal seeing an audience cheer more for The Crown and House of the Dragon! But I'm so glad to see him make it to the mainstream!

[@whe832kso10]

Right!!

[@rosemarymillan5864]

Matt Smith’s character in HOD is what you anticipate on seeing in each episode, hoping he’ll one day turn to be one of the good guys but keeping him afloat as one of the bad guys because you like that kind of shit

[@imapotato12]

he's like Jaime Lannister on a different level. Both great actors and characters.

[@BriarPatchNyra]

It's ASoIaF, there are no bad guys (except perhaps Ramsay), or good guys.

[@user-fw1hj3vv2k]

I already think he's better than others in the series. He's already a good character.

[@saraeissa4954]

kind of like Damon from the vampire diaries

[@crystall.411]

he stays kinda in the middle thats why he’s interesting@Rosemary

[@t-bonethugger9389]

I love his style,his charisma,generous human being this man is so talented I’m so glad he’s finally getting his recognition

[@robotube7361]

Dude is the epitome of Daemon. No other cator could play Daemon. He has that cynic smile, that mischevious way of carrying himself. As Matt said it himself: "Daemon is a leaner". He likes to lean and smirk while watching others going batshit insane. hehe.

[@DR.DisInfect]

Just like Milly the show went downhill once she left. I couldn't watch old lady play her

[@akashicrecords9672]

@@DR.DisInfect Yea right.. Downhill according to who? It's still one of the best watched shows on TV and Emma is playing Rhaenyra 10x better with much more gravitas. The younger one acted like a spoiled little princess, older one acts like she's an actual queen born of royalty. Her charisma and voice alone commands respect.

[@eduardost.]

Matt is so cool and such a great actor. I hope he win some award this season.

[@yellogalchun]

matt smith is such a good actor

[@riverphoenix6913]

thank you for having Matt, Jimmy! he is so humble and funny and a great actor.

[@Zeynep-ut5gt]

I love Matt Smith so much like he has been one of my fave actors for sooo longgg and he deserves all the love and the fame in the world

[@grayzebra226]

it was about time.

[@wishvakrish3583]

His screen presence is terrific It’s just not about writers brilliance but his work for the character is outstanding 👏👏👏

[@IgorFranknstn27]

Matt Smith is a fantastic actor. I'm happy for him that he's getting the recognition he deserves. Been a silent fan of him since watching him in the Crown series

[@femkewouters6561]

I love Matt sm! He seems like to give the BEST hugs

[@usha9807]

Matt Smith is bloody brilliant in anything he is in. Best Dr Who in my humble opinion, and love him in the House of the Dragons.

[@verobelli7592]

I saw him in Last night in Soho and that was my end, I'm totally in love with this man... Such amazing actor and lovely person❤️

[@askjalynx289]

Let’s leave his excellent acting skills for a moment and appreciate his taste in fashion 😍

[@TabithaCortney]

He actually said in an interview that if he wasn’t an actor he would want to be a fashion designer! Love him!

[@GullibleTarget]

He's got an effortless style.

[@geomarierock3061]

He loves clothes and he is obsessed with funky socks and shoes (hence is interest in Charle's shoes). He had brownish-red wing tip low boots for the last season of Doctor Who that he had asked for in his new outfit and he took them when the wrapped. Occasionally you'll see him in them in public.

[@suzannemaki3413]

I met him at Comic Con in Chicago and he was very personable and down to earth. I also love that he swears like a sailor. Lol

[@hannahpoland4267]

What a man, what a man, what a man, what a mighty good man ❤

[@hannahpoland4267]

Seriously have always had the biggest crush on him even if he isn’t the most conventionally handsome person.

[@krsdivz2378]

As someone who has been a fan of Matt since doctor who I'm so glad he is now able to show his acting abilities and recognition. Something about him charms through the screen. Here's to more great roles for him

[@saplingss]

jimmy getting more and more stressed as matt swears, and then when jimmy says something you can see how stressed MATT got. what a guy

[@rhondarosoboro7874]

Matt Smith has such pure charisma and personality- I had no idea! He's my new fav.

[@Abhi4UFami]

He is a star. Always wait for his presence in every HOD episode

[@asniartirtarani6427]

Damn jimmy you nailed high valyrian. The way matt pronounced it made it even hotter

[@marcelacc6080]

Matt, I wish you a long and fruitful professional career. You are one of the most talented and conscientious of your generation. You deserve it. love from Chile

[@nikhil-sawhney]

we can all agree on that he has the phenomenal presence whenever he is on the screen as Daemon.

[@vfalcon7864]

I love him so much!! He deserves recognition!

[@nasg6706]

I love this guy in everything he’s in. The Crown. HOTD. Dr Who. He’s insanely talented

[@arigatoouu]

Finally i can watch Matt Smith on this show. Now i wanna see him playing a games in this show

[@multifanderisverycrafty]

ME TOO!

[@Nydem-thealchemistkid]

Love love love Matt Smith. Forever my favorite Doctor

[@user-gu2hc4uy6o]

What an actor. People go on about him in house of dragon but he's just as good as the crown! Honestly one of the best actors to come out of Britain

[@vic-dl7ne]

i saw him for the first time in The Crown and now i'm obsessed, he's an amazing actor

[@jayveejmq]

He’s that guy you don’t like the 1st time but then he grows on you because he has this amazing charisma then POOF! You realize you just can’t get enough of him already. I ❤ Matt Smith!

[@lordfleabottom278]

Daemon is perfect for Matt Smith

[@MattyVSM]

8 episodes released now and I stand by Matt Smith / Daemon is 100% my favorite character of the series easily. 🔥👍

[@Stephanpereira1994]

He's definitely going to die more. 😭

[@richtarget1127]

Rhanyrea, alicent, Daemon and viserys are all the good main characters. Now viserys is gone. It will be hard to kill another and have the series continue.

[@MattyVSM]

@@richtarget1127 great acting in the show all around, people are sad it’s slow but it was season one & MASSIVE character development, the craziness is on the way and I’m stoked.

[@richtarget1127]

@@MattyVSM I still don't know if it will get as massive and crazy as we hope. In many ways the violence this season was very safe and there was no real nudity. With GOT you felt it could go any way. But this is maybe a bit more rigid

[@SA-cb2it]

Gosh this guy is super confident! I have seen two interviews of his till now and he is just so himself and confident

[@sukidawter]

Matt Smith crushes the role of Prince Daemon! Absolutely brilliant!

[@Fierce-s8h]

I think Matt Smith is an incredible actor and he exudes such charisma, charm and simplicity 😍 it's very pleasant and it's really becoming rare for actors like him... maybe it's because he's English I don't know 😅🤩

[@TheGio2405]

Liked him a lot in the Crown, love him totally in House of Dragon

[@alecbormia4523]

watch doctor who you'll love him even more

[@cassiusbright4335]

@@alecbormia4523 ngl when i watch Ring of Akhaten...seeing him crying as the Doctor with that amazing speech make me cried like a little baby.