TMDb/The Crown TV Matt Smith's royal roles: From The Crown's Prince Philip to House of the Dragon's Daemon Targaryen. Explore the actor's acclaimed range. April 4, 2026 AceShowbiz - Fans of House of the Dragon who admire Matt Smith's portrayal of the "Rogue Prince" Daemon Targaryen should not miss his acclaimed work in the Netflix historical drama series, The Crown. Premiering in 2016, The Crown offered Smith significant experience in playing a royal figure, a skill he would later refine in his role as Daemon.