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15 Years Ago, 'Game of Thrones' Changed TV Forever — But Not For The Reason You Think

The cold open (literally) of "Winter Is Coming" previewed the horror at the show's heart.

Inverse

'The Winds of Winter' Release Date Imminent? Book Allegedly Enters 'Full Editorial', Publisher Addresses 2026 Rumour

Bantam Spectra addresses Fall 2026 release rumours for 'The Winds of Winter' after a social media leak claims George RR Martin has finished the massive manuscript.

International Business Times UK

Will George RR Martin Release The Winds of Winter In 2027? Author Urged To 'Shelve' TWOW Forever

A Forbes columnist has urged George RR Martin to shelve The Winds of Winter, arguing the long delayed book may not arrive until late 2027.

International Business Times UK

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The 'Game of Thrones' Stage Play Could Solve Multiple Huge Canon Mysteries

One of the most esteemed theaters in the world will bring a key Westerosi event to life. Heers' what to know about the 'Game of Thrones' stage play.

Inverse

A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms May Finally Deliver Something Game Of Thrones Never Did

I would love this.

Cinemablend

10 On-Screen Deaths That Broke Us More Than Real Life

Some fictional deaths hit harder than real-life losses. Maybe it’s because we spend hours, even years, with these characters—watching them grow, struggle, and triumph. When they die, it feels personal, like losing a friend. These moments stick with us, haunting our memories and sparking emotional debates online. Here are ten…

Plunged in Debt

Actor Robert Aramayo: ‘Like anybody who hasn’t had the education, I thought Tourette’s was all about swearing’

Formerly seen as a young Ned Stark in Game of Thrones and as Elrond in The Rings of Power, he is creating a buzz with his role as Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson. It taught him a lot, he says – but it’s a huge responsibility

The Guardian - UK

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I Rewatched One Of Nikolaj Coster-Waldau’s All-Time Best Game Of Thrones Scenes, And I’m Mad All Over Again About Jaime’s Ending

Take me back to Season 3, please!

Cinemablend

"The Last of Us" joins a familiar club

The zombie hit now shares a defining trait with other great HBO dramas, but not because of that epic battle scene

Salon

Can shock deaths in the Game of Thrones universe still really shock us?

This week’s episode of House of the Dragon killed off another big character, an age-old trick within the fantasy series but one that’s losing its power to surprise

The Guardian - US

GRRM vs show: A violent disagreement

In HBO's adaptations, revenge is sweet – even if it leaves a sour taste in the mouths of the books' characters

Salon

House of the Dragon: season two, episode one recap – almost unbearably tense and bloody

With secret affairs, severed dragon wings and one angry outburst leading to the most unspeakable act of violence, there is now no way to avoid all-out war. Brace yourselves!

The Guardian - UK

House of the Dragon season 2 showrunner on why Blood and Cheese is nothing like Game of Thrones' Red Wedding

Exclusive: Ryan Condal says nothing can top the Red Wedding

Total Film

The 17 most devastating character deaths in TV history, from The Sopranos to Downton Abbey

We know it’s not real, but TV deaths can still hit hard. Annabel Nugent rounds up some of the most memorable and traumatic times a character has been killed off

The Independent UK

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Salon

Joffrey deserved his "Purple Wedding"

10 years later, the fate met by arguably the most hateful Lannister still satisfies

Tom’s Guide

Who is Cregan Stark on 'House of the Dragon' season 2?

How is Cregan Stark related to the House Stark family that we know from 'Game of Thrones'? Here's what we know.

Inverse

10 Years Ago, an Underrated 'Game of Thrones' Episode Delivered Its Most Important Scene

All the burnings and beheadings wouldn't work without the quiet moments too.

The Conversation

What's behind the door? The best narrative twists in television and film, and why we love them

Life is full of surprises – some pleasant and some painful – but there can be no surprises without expectations. We expect the sun to come up every morning. We expect our dog to bark every time someone comes to the door. We expect to be able to leave the…

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Los Angeles Times

How 'House of the Dragon' fumbled its Season 1 finale to set up Season 2

Is it wrong to admit that I didn't feel much of anything when a certain young royal was killed off in Sunday night's Season 1 finale of "House of the Dragon"? Beyond the political and cultural ramifications of his death — a civil war between the Targaryens, years of unrest…

Total Film

The Targaryen family tree: who's who in House of the Dragon?

Here, we break down all the key players in House Targaryen

Salon

"House of the Dragon" flames out

Despite a few great moments, the first season ends with little of that fire and blood we're supposed to care about

Zenger

Dog Obsessed With Horses Teaches Herself How To Watch Videos

Meet the dog who is obsessed with horses, so much so, she taught herself how to watch YouTube videos of the animals on her owner

Wales Online

Dog thinks she's a horse after watching Game of Thrones

The pup is so obsessed with horses she's even taught herself how to watch equine Youtube videos

Inverse

'Rings of Power's biggest weakness makes it the anti-'Game of Thrones'

Did 'Rings of Power' just kill off your favorite character? Here's why you probably don't need to worry.

The Guardian - UK

The Guide #54: The best TV deaths, picked by readers

In this week’s newsletter: We asked for the demises that most moved, satisfied or shocked Guide readers – you didn’t disappoint

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