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'Game of Thrones' Behind the Scenes: Whose Wedding Has Them Seeing Red?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:15:15 +0000

Unsurprisingly, 'Game of Thrones' weddings have been the talk of the season between this past Sunday's all-new episode "Second Sons" and the multiple manners in which Robb Stark's marital actions last season have come to complicate the Northern rebellion. As we head into the climactic final episodes of season 3, should we be worried for any of the upcoming unions?

'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' Season 9: 'Game of Thrones' Producers Wrote An Episode?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 15 May 2013 01:57:17 +0000

We've been so busy covering the major (and ongoing) network TV stories of the past week that we almost didn't notice one of the more bizarre and intriguing nuggets of news to come out of 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia's upcoming ninth season. Specifically, it appears that 'Game of Thrones' showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss plucked their pens out of Westeros long enough to write an upcoming episode! Will Dee go from bird to Mother of Dragons? Find out inside!

SNL Presents a Hilarious 'Game of Thrones' Trivia Show

Jacob Hall — Sun, 05 May 2013 16:19:22 +0000

SNL has made fun of 'Game of Thrones' before, but with the third season of HBO's fantasy series reaching all time high ratings, it was certainly time for a revisit. However, the target this time isn't the show itself, but rather the fans. Check it out below.

'Game of Thrones' Season 3 Spoilers: Weddings, Battles and Bears, Oh My!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 02:20:57 +0000

This past Sunday's all-new 'Game of Thrones' episode "And Now His Watch is Ended" easily proved the best of the season to date, setting a new standard for action and drama with six episodes remaining in the season. As 'Game of Thrones' season 3 moves into May however, what can we expect from the second half of the season? Preview the exciting new developments and shocking twists of 'Game of Thrones' season 3 inside!

'Game of Thrones' Season 3: Nikolaj Coster-Waldau Talks Sunday's Shocking Twist

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:07:20 +0000

Only three episode into 'Game of Thrones' third season, and Sunday's all-new episode "Walk of Punishment" took to punishing a different part of the body in its shocking final moments. Readers of George R.R. Martin's books may have known the event was coming, but what does series star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau have to say about Jaime Lannister's arc going forward? Get the latest on 'Game of Thrones' season 3's handy future inside!

10 Things You Didn't Know About the 'Game of Thrones' Cast

Kristy Puchko — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:33:43 +0000

With season three of 'Game of Thrones' currently underway, we're once again entranced by Tyrion, Daenerys, Cersei and all the rest. A huge aspect of the hit HBO show's appeal is its excellent cast. The 'Game of Thrones' cast so fully disappear into their characters, it's easy to forget they are a vast group of actors from different backgrounds and disciplines, Let's take a look at a few things you might not have known about the brilliant actors who bring the citizens of Westeros to life.

'Game of Thrones' Natalie Dormer is 'Elementary's Irene Adler!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 22:02:18 +0000

While we wait for the return of the BBC's modern-day 'Sherlock,' CBS' 'Elementary' has continued crafting its own unique modern-day take on the iconic literary detective, one that has teased us all season long of Sherlock (Jonny Lee Miller's) past love affair with Irene Adler. Now, as CBS' 'Elementary' moves toward its first season finale, breakout 'Game of Thrones' star Natalie Dormer has officially signed on for a major role as Adler, but will her story carry into the present?

'Game of Thrones' Season 3: Producers Explain Surprise Character Return

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:40:55 +0000

'Game of Thrones' fans well know that HBO's adaptation of the George R.R. Martin series will often incorporate changes of convenience, while keeping to the canon in a manner that AMC's 'The Walking Dead' often lacks. Last night's "Dark Wings, Dar
k Words" however introduced some far-flung changes from the books ahead, so why did David Benioff and Dan Weiss deviate so far from the book? Find out whose surprise return has 'Game of Thrones' fans alight inside!

'Game of Thrones' Review: "Dark Wings, Dark Words"

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 02:08:49 +0000

‘Game of Thrones’ season 3 conjures its second episode of the season “Dark Wings, Dark Words,” as Arya and her companions run into the Brotherhood Without Banners, Bran meets some new faces of his own, Jaime and Brienne continue their journey and Margaery Tyrell grows closer to King Joffrey.

Last week’s ‘Game of Thrones’ premiere “Valar Dohaeris” saw Jon Snow meeting with the mysterious Wildlings, while Daenerys negotiated to buy an army, Tyrion demanded recognition for his role in the battle, and Davos Seaworth attempted to sway King Stannis back to reason, so what will the newest episode bring?

Read on for your in-depth recap of everything you need to know about ‘Game of Thrones’ season 3, episode 2, “Dark Wings, Dark Words!”

8 'Game of Thrones' Choose-Your-Own Adventure Novels

TheFW Staff — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:27:47 +0000

We're big fans of 'Game of Thrones' here, so much so that we can't really picture our lives before it. How did we get our fantasy fix in the days before dragons and direwolves? 'Lord of the Rings'? Bah! The only thing that used to come close to the seat-of-your-pants, moment-to-moment excitement of George R.R. Martin's fantasy series is the "Choose-Your-Own-Adventure" novels of our youth.

'Game of Thrones' Season 4 Officially Renewed, Earth is Still Round

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 17:39:32 +0000

Sure, the 'Game of Thrones' season 3 premiere may have garnered about a third of 'The Walking Dead' season 3 finale's viewers, but "Valar Dohaeris" still boasted an all-time high for HBO the network won't soon forget. In perhaps its least shocking decision yet, HBO has officially renewed 'Game of Thrones' for a fourth season, to begin airing in 2014. Find out what's on course for 'Game of Thrones' season 4 inside!

The 10 Coolest Photos from NYC's 'Game of Thrones' Exhibit

Amanda Ferris — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 16:36:06 +0000

This past weekend loyal 'Game of Thrones' fans flocked to West 57th Street in midtown Manhattan in order to get a chance to gain admission to the traveling exhibit that was created by both Time Warner Cable and HBO. This exhibit, which opened on March 28th and runs until April 3rd, is a fan's dream: costumes worn by major characters such as Cersei Lannister and Danaerys Targaryen; props, including the famous Hound's helm; an interactive experience that allows fans to shoot arrows in the Battle of the Blackwater Bay and of course, a photo opportunity on the Iron Throne!

'Game of Thrones' Goes to High School in Clever Web Series

Kyle Dowling — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 11:03:08 +0000

And we thought high school was painful enough as is. Thanks to a parody of HBO's 'Game of Thrones' we've finally come to realize the similarities between high school and the bloody dealings in the fictional land of Westeros. And scarily enough, there are quite a few.

'Game of Thrones' Gets the Mondo Poster Treatment

Mike Moody — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 11:35:09 +0000

Hey, ‘Game of Thrones’ fans! Are you loving that sweet poster of Peter Dinklage as Tyrion Lannister at the top of this post? Of course you are! You wanna see more awesome ‘GoT’ art like that? Of course you do! Lucky for you, Mondo, the brilliant collectible art arm of the Alamo Drafthouse, is prepping [...]

'Game of Thrones' Season 2 Blu-Ray: Go Behind the Scenes of "Blackwater"

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 11:30:24 +0000

The wait for 'Game of Thrones' season 3's March 31 premiere gets shorter with each and every passing day, but that lengthy languish will soon be aided by the February 19 release of the 'Game of Thrones' season 2 Blu-Ray! And once we've re-lived all 10 episodes of the season about a dozen times in preparation for season 3, we'll be sure to check out the extensive bonus features and behind-the-scenes explorations, some of which we've already previewed right here. So how would you like to go behind the scenes of 'Game of Thrones' season 2 show-stopper "Blackwater?" Check it out inside!

'Game of Thrones' Season 3 Trailer Teases the Chaos Ahead

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 04:43:31 +0000

Sure AMC's 'The Walking Dead' may have aired its big season 3 return tonight, but you didn't think HBO's 'Game of Thrones' was going to let the zombies have all the fun, did you? As we patiently wait for the March 31 return of HBO's George R.R. Martin fantasy drama, the network has released a bold new teaser trailer for the season that shows off our favorite characters, and teases some ominous chaos ahead. Get the latest look at 'Game of Thrones' season 3 inside!

Where is the 'Game of Thrones' Season 3 Trailer?

Jacob Hall — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 19:02:14 +0000

The season premiere of 'Game of Thrones' season three is only a month and a half away, but other than a few behind the scenes featurettes and a vague teaser, things have been pretty quiet on HBO's end. By this time last year, the second season already had a variety of teasers and trailers to whet everyone's appetites, which makes the lack of anything for the new season all the more frustrating. But there is light at the end of the tunnel: we now know when a trailer will be arriving!

'Game of Thrones' Creator George R.R. Martin Developing New HBO Series?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 11:30:36 +0000

Though 'Game of Thrones' has been on the air for two years now, with a hotly-anticipated third season of the fantasy drama from creator George R.R. Martin due to arrive on March 31, many fans consider it a miracle such a high-concept series made it to TV in the first place. That wonder may soon become far more commonplace as series author and HBO executive producer George R.R. Martin has signed an overall deal with the network to develop future series! Find out about George R.R. Martin's next HBO projects inside!

'Game of Thrones' Season 3: Iceland Location Vlog Previews New Characters!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 11:12:31 +0000

Just last week we were touting the majesty of 'Game of Thrones' production value, which was announced to expand to sunny Los Angeles atop the international shoots in Iceland, Ireland, Morocco and Croatia, lenghtening the scope of the vast world of Westeros. Now, as fans prepare for the March 31 debut of 'Game of Thrones' season 3, HBO has unveiled yet another behind-the-scenes vlog detailing the treacherous Iceland shoot, giving our first look at several new Wildling characters in the process! Get a preview of the upcoming 'Game of Thrones' season inside!

'Game of Thrones' Season 3 Shooting In Los Angeles?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 11:38:10 +0000

Fans eagerly anticipating the third season of HBO's 'Game of Thrones' well know that the series ranks among some of the highest-budgeted TV in history, taking viewers to expansive new locations, often supplementing real location work with impressive CGI. The upcoming third season, set to debut on March 31 shot in its four usual countries to portray different landscapes, but for its biggest season yet added yet another famous location: Los Angeles! Find out about the shoot and 'Game of Thrones' season 3's latest guest star inside!