House Of The Dragon's Benjamin Evan Ainsworth: Shooting That Foul Episode 6 Scene 'Was The Most Game Of Thrones Day I've Ever Had'

Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, the actor portraying Daeron Targaryen on House of the Dragon, told reporters that filming the foul episode 6 scene was the most Game of Thrones day he has ever had. Ainsworth’s statement marks a public acknowledgment of the scene’s intensity. He discussed the experience while promoting season 3 episode 6.

The remark underscores the production’s effort to match the scale of its predecessor. The intensity stems from a shocking attack on Daeron that the actor describes as a turning point. Yahoo framed the event as a ‘turning point after shocking attack,’ while Vulture reported that Daeron’s dragon is ‘keeping him down to Earth.’ Variety highlighted the ‘absurdity of the assassination attempt’ and even mentioned Ormund’s involvement in dyeing the kid’s hair.

Reporting diverges on focus: TVLine reproduces the exact quote, Yahoo stresses the turning point, and Variety emphasizes behind‑the‑scenes absurdity. No outlet disclosed specifics of the stunt choreography, safety protocols, or how the foul scene will shape upcoming plotlines, leaving those production details unconfirmed.