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It: Welcome to Derry season 2 will be set in 1935 and won't ignore "horrible things that were happening in the…
It: Welcome to Derry season 2 will be set in 1935 and will explore the hardships of the Great Depression era, including social and cultural issues. Showrunner Andy Muschietti confirmed that the season will delve into the characters' struggles to survive and the bleak environment of Derry during that time. The season will also feature the Bradley Gang Massacre as a central event.
House of the Dragon director explains why Helaena isn't a dragonrider in the HBO adaptation
Director Nina Lopez-Corrado explains the decision to not make Helaena Targaryen a dragonrider in the HBO series House of the Dragon, citing her fear of dragons' corrupting influence and prophetic visions of destruction. This adaptive choice, along with others concerning Prince Maelor, has been a point of discussion among fans and creators, including George R.R. Martin.
Aerys II steps out of the shadows: RSC unveils its Mad King cast
The Royal Shakespeare Company has unveiled the cast and first look at their upcoming stage production, "Game of Thrones: The Mad King." The play, which adapts George R. R. Martin's "A Game of Thrones," focuses on the years preceding the novels and features Michael Shaeffer as King Aerys II Targaryen. Performances begin August 8th at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
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John Oliver has renewed his deal with HBO for another year, ensuring his show will continue on the network. The specific terms of the deal were not disclosed, but it indicates a continued partnership between the comedian and the premium cable channel.
George R.R. Martin set a deadline for when he could be imprisoned for not finishing The Winds of Winter, and it was 6…
George R.R. Martin previously joked that fans could imprison him if "The Winds of Winter" was not finished by a specific deadline, which has now passed six years ago. The author, who is also working on a Dunk and Egg novella, has not yet released the sixth book in the "A Song of Ice and Fire" series. The article also touches on the "House of the Dragon" series.
One House of the Dragon character who just killed a major character hasn't actually been introduced
The article discusses a new character in House of the Dragon, Alysanne Blackwood, who killed Criston Cole but has not been formally introduced to the audience. Despite her limited on-screen presence and dialogue, book readers recognize her, and the show has two episodes left for a proper introduction. The piece also touches on other plot points and character tensions within the season.
House of the Dragon season 3 fans have a surprise new favorite character: "Gwayne is unexpectedly becoming the one person I'm keeping a tight prayer circle for"
Fans of House of the Dragon season 3 have identified Gwayne Hightower as a new favorite character, praising his development and interactions, particularly with Daeron Targaryen. Despite his potential fate mirroring the books, viewers are invested in his journey. Actor Benjamin Evan Ainsworth discussed the nuanced relationships Gwayne and Ormund have with Daeron.
House of the Dragon season 3 fans are celebrating a shock, major death: "I'm glad they just dropped the…
Fans are celebrating the shocking death of Ser Criston Cole in House of the Dragon season 3, episode 6. The character was ambushed and killed by soldiers from Team Black, a demise that many viewers found satisfying due to his previous actions in the series. The article notes the poetic justice in his death, mirroring that of Jace Velaryon.
Daeron Targaryen star says Ormund and Gwayne Hightower are both "parental figures" to his "isolated character" in House of the Dragon season 3
Actor Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, who plays Daeron Targaryen in House of the Dragon, discusses the complex relationships his character has with Ormund and Gwayne Hightower. Ainsworth describes Ormund as a domineering parental figure and Gwayne as a more brotherly influence, highlighting how these dynamics shape Daeron's isolated and manipulated character.
House of the Dragon season 3's Daeron Targaryen actor says the "stakes are raising tremendously" in…
Actor Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, who plays Daeron Targaryen in House of the Dragon, states that the stakes are significantly increasing for his character as the season approaches its finale. Ainsworth discusses the growing tension in Tumbleton, the assassination attempt on Daeron, and the character's internal conflict regarding his moral compass and future decisions.
Despite 15 years passing since the last Game of Thrones book, George R.R. Martin is working on a fourth Dunk and Egg…
George R.R. Martin is writing a fourth novella in the Dunk and Egg series, according to A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms showrunner Ira Parker. Parker revealed that Martin is actively working on the new story, which will be set in a new location. The television adaptation of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is planned for multiple seasons, with future installments potentially adapting the new novellas.
House of the Dragon season 3 fans are disappointed by episode 5, especially since the season is only 8 episodes long
Fans of House of the Dragon season 3 are expressing disappointment with the pacing of episode 5, particularly given the season's short, eight-episode length. Concerns are being raised on platforms like Reddit about whether the current pace is sufficient to conclude the season's storylines effectively, especially with only three episodes remaining and a two-year wait anticipated for the next season.
That Game of Thrones RTS is still coming, still very HBO, but no longer due out this year
PlaySide Studios has announced that Game of Thrones: War for Westeros, an upcoming real-time strategy game based on the HBO series, will now launch in early 2027. The delay is intended to ensure the game meets the quality expectations of both RTS players and Game of Thrones fans. The developers are emphasizing responsiveness, unit behavior, and tactical counter-play in combat.
House of the Dragon season 3, episode 5 sets up a character's death from George R.R. Martin's book in a very…
House of the Dragon season 3, episode 5 sets up a character's death from George R.R. Martin's book, Fire and Blood. Ser Criston Cole expresses a desire for a glorious death in battle, but the book reveals he will die anticlimactically from archer fire. The episode also features a conversation between Criston Cole and Gwayne Hightower.
RTS-spelet Game of Thrones: War for Westeros försenas
The real-time strategy game Game of Thrones: War for Westeros, developed by Playside Studios, has been delayed and is now expected to launch in early 2027 instead of its previously planned 2025 release. The game will allow players to control factions like House Stark, House Lannister, House Targaryen, and the Army of the Dead across iconic Westeros locations.
House of the Dragon fans think Team Green's newcomer is actually not that bad, and would've sided with Dunk in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
Fans of House of the Dragon are discussing the character of Ser Gwayne Hightower, with many believing he possesses a hidden sense of honor. They speculate that if he were present in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, he would have sided with Dunk in the Trial of the Seven, contrasting with his current allegiance to the Green faction.
Hollywood still has time to avoid the gaming industry's disastrous consolidation endgame
The article draws parallels between Hollywood's historical consolidation and the current state of the gaming industry, highlighting the risks of fewer companies controlling more assets. It discusses the potential negative impacts of mergers, such as layoffs and reduced creative diversity, using examples like Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard and the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery deal. California's lawsuit to block the latter merger is presented as a potential regulatory intervention.
House of the Dragon season 3 finally fixes one of George R.R. Martin's biggest complaints about the Game of Thrones…
House of the Dragon season 3, episode 4 addresses a major complaint by author George R.R. Martin regarding the omission of Prince Maelor from the Game of Thrones series. While Maelor was present in Martin's book 'Fire and Blood,' he was cut from the show, a change Martin found problematic. The new episode introduces Helaena's pregnancy, suggesting Maelor will factor into the story, potentially as a rival claimant to the throne.
House of the Dragon season 3 fans think the show has forgotten one of its most shocking moments
Fans of House of the Dragon are questioning whether the show has forgotten a significant plot point from season 2, the brutal beheading of young Prince Jaehaerys. Despite Rhaenyra referencing the loss of her sons, viewers on Reddit note that the horrific death of Jaehaerys, a child, is not being acknowledged by the characters, leading to frustration about the writing.
House of the Dragon season 3 fans think they've found a solution to Daenerys's rushed Mad Queen storyline in…
Fans of House of the Dragon are discussing how season 3, episode 3's portrayal of Queen Rhaenyra's struggles mirrors what they felt was a rushed 'Mad Queen' arc for Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones season 8. They suggest that a similar episode focusing on Daenerys's internal pressures could have made her descent into madness more believable. While some agree, others argue Rhaenyra is not descending into madness and express concern about the implication of female rulers being labeled 'mad queens'.
