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Matt Smith’s role as Daemon Targaryen inHouse of the Dragonmay be his most anticipated performance today, but that was not the case when he was cast inDoctor Whoin 2009. The actor faced a lot of early criticism from fans of the franchise just because he was an unknown star.
At one point, Smith considered backing out of the project believing he could not pull it off or he might ruin the reputation ofDoctor Who. Needless to say, it became his career’s breakthrough, and he was lauded for his impressive work on the series.
Matt Smith On His Unforgettable Role InDoctor Who
During his interview withVariety, actorMatt Smithreflected on his time working onDoctor Who. He became the youngest actor to ever play the lead role in the famed British show.
You never really know which way he’s going to go. I always viewed him as an agent of chaos.
When asked about how fans dealt with his casting, he responded, “I would walk down the street, and people would say, ‘Don’t break Doctor Who!’ because they had no idea who I was.” Indeed, the actor felt so pressured with the task he was given to fulfill that he considered turning down the role. His agent saved him from regret.
House Of The Dragon Drops New Image Depicting Matt Smith In Full Targaryen Armor
In a conversation with theLos Angeles Times, Smith said that the pressure fromDoctor Whowas more “extraordinary” than inHouse of the Dragon.
I was 26 [when I was cast] and I don’t know if I’ll ever feel pressure like that again. In Britain, anyway, the focus on that job is enormous.
He remarked working on the famed HBO fantasy show where he just “go to work in a studio in Watford and try to get the lines in the right order.” Not much pressure for someone who sets his own standard as Daemon Targaryen.
What Fans Can Expect From Daemon Targaryen InHouse Of The DragonSeason 2
In the same interview withVariety, Smith teased fans what they can expect in the upcoming second installment ofHouse of the Dragon. The show has been a huge hit and a critical success, and his role as the ever-dazzling Daemon Targaryen always manages to steal the spotlight.
We start to see the mask slip. Life becomes more difficult, and he gets soft around the edges. He starts to unravel. We definitely meet Daemon at a point of crisis in this situation, and in many ways, it’s a different version of him. It’s one that’s much weaker.
Now this is intriguing to hear for fans who loved the character’s tough demeanor and devil-may-care attitude. Indeed, there’s more to know about Daemon in Season 2 and the lengths he would go to prove his loyalty toEmma D’Arcy’s Rhaenyra Targaryen.
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Even today, fans still remember and associate Smith with his participation inDoctor Who. It’s quite amazing how a single risk can bring a wondrous plot twist to an actor’s career.
Doctor Whois available to watch on Max, whileHouse of the DragonSeason 2 arrives on June 16.
Ariane Cruz
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Ariane Cruz is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on TV shows with over 3,000 articles published. Her love for pop culture and the creative arts fuels her passion to deliver engaging and informative stories. Her daily consumption of films, shows, and books keeps her energized for the day, along with her mission to serve as the bridge between fans and their favorite franchises.
