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Game of Thrones 2011

“Winter is coming.”

★ 8.5/10 · 27,262 votes TV-MA Sci-Fi & FantasyDramaAction & Adventure 8 seasons · 73 eps Ended
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What is Game of Thrones?

Game of Thrones is an American fantasy drama television series created by David Benioff and D. B.

Type
TV series
Year
2011
Status
Ended
Episodes
73
First aired
Apr 17, 2011
Last aired
May 19, 2019
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
HBO
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Action & Adventure
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Game of Thrones is an American fantasy drama television series created by David Benioff and D. B. Weiss for HBO. The show is the first adaptation of the A Song of Ice and Fire franchise, which consists of high fantasy novels written by George R. R. Martin. The series ran for eight seasons between 2011 and 2019. The narrative centers on seven noble families who fight for control of the mythical land of Westeros. Friction between these houses eventually leads to full-scale war. While the noble families compete for power, an ancient evil awakens in the farthest north. The Night's Watch, a military order of misfits, serves as the primary defense between the realms of men and the icy horrors that exist beyond the Wall. The story also follows an exiled princess who is drawn into a perilous alliance across the sea. As the Stark family faces shifting circumstances, the series explores the complex political and supernatural conflicts that define the continent of Westeros.

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Should you watch it?

“Noble families compete for control of the mythical land of Westeros while an ancient threat awakens.”

Reasons to watch
  • complex narrative
  • high production quality
Keep in mind
  • contains intense violence

Watch it if you enjoy high fantasy epics involving political intrigue and large-scale conflict.

The series features intense sequences of violence and mature themes.

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Season 1 · 10 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 10 episodes
Season 3 · 10 episodes
Season 4 · 10 episodes
Season 5 · 10 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

Seven noble families fight for control of Westeros while an ancient evil awakens in the north.

Who created the series?

The series was created by David Benioff and D. B. Weiss.

What is the source material?

It is based on the A Song of Ice and Fire novels by George R. R. Martin.

When did the show air?

The series ran for eight seasons between 2011 and 2019.

Where did the show air?

The series premiered and aired on HBO.