If you are a Hollywood Tv Series fan, it’s almost impossible that you have never heard of Game of Thrones. This American fantasy show was a massive hit, and people to date watch this TV series. This TV series has eight Seasons and continued from 2011 to 2016. After a long gap, House of the Dragon, which is actually regarded as the prequel to the Game of Thrones, is finally here. Since the announcement was made, audiences have been excited about this series and meeting the new characters. This guide will help you know about Ser Otto Hightower in House of the Dragon.
Introduction to Ser Otto Hightower in House of Dragon- Who is the Actor playing the Role?
The TV series is partially based on George R.R. Martin’s 2018 novel Fire & Blood. All these characters are taken from this novel, more or less. According to the novel, Ser Otto Hightower is the younger brother of Lord Hobert Hightower and the father of Alicent Hightower. He was a knight close to the king when the queen, Alysanne, and prince Baelon Targaryen died.
The king was disheartened after losing his wife and son and could not control his Kingdom because of his illness. At this time, Otto Hightower became the Seven Kingdom’s ruler. After that, when Viserys Targaryen was declared to be the king, Otto Hightower stayed close to him too. Otto used to help him and lot with valuable advice and suggestions. But when the time to select the next ruler comes, Otto has a different choice, and it makes the division. We don’t know how the TV series will portray the character of Otto Hightower and how his story will end in the series.
Rhys Ifans is the actor playing the role of Otto Hightower in House of the Dragon. Ifans is an experienced actor working in movies since the early 90s. He is best known for his roles in Notting Hill (Spike), Sail Mail (Narrator), Spider-Man: No Way Home, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 (Xenophilius Lovegood), Enduring Love (Jed), etc.
That’s all we know about the character of Ser otto Hightower in House of Dragon. As the story progresses, we will see how this character unfolds.