"House of the Dragon" Season 2, Episode 6 faced review bombing on IMDb due to a same-sex kiss.

"House of the Dragon" Season 2, Episode 6, titled "Smallfolk," has faced review bombing on IMDb, with 35% of ratings being one star, following a same-sex kiss between characters Rhaenyra Targaryen and Mysaria. The majority of low ratings come from countries with poor records on LGBTQ+ rights, particularly Saudi Arabia, which contributed 6,900 ratings averaging at 2.5/10. The kiss serves an essential purpose in advancing the characters' arcs and reflects ongoing issues with LGBTQ+ representation in media.

July 23, 2024
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