Game of Thrones

The «Game of Thrones» television franchise is an American epic fantasy series created by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, based on George R.R. Martin’s novel series «A Song of Ice and Fire». Set on the continents of Westeros and Essos, the story follows the power struggles among noble families to claim the Iron Throne and rule the Seven Kingdoms, while an ancient threat awakens in the North.

The franchise currently consists of:

• The original series «Game of Thrones» (2011-2019): Consisting of 8 seasons and 73 episodes, the series is told from multiple character perspectives. The main cast includes Sean Bean, Mark Addy, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Peter Dinklage, Emilia Clarke, Kit Harington, Lena Headey, Richard Madden, Isaac Hempstead Wright, Sophie Turner, Maisie Williams, and Mason Vernon. The show became a global cultural phenomenon known for its epic storytelling, complex characters, and visual effects, winning numerous awards including 59 Primetime Emmy Awards.

• «House of the Dragon» (2022-present): The first spin-off of the franchise, set 200 years before the events of the original series. It depicts the power struggles within House Targaryen during a civil war known as the Dance of the Dragons. The series currently has 3 seasons and has been renewed for a fourth and final season. The main cast includes Emma D’Arcy (Rhaenyra Targaryen), Matt Smith (Daemon Targaryen), and Olivia Cooke (Alicent Hightower).

• «A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms» (2026): The second spin-off, based on George R.R. Martin’s «Dunk and Egg» novellas. Set 100 years before the original series, it follows the adventures of Ser Duncan the Tall (played by Peter Claffey) and his squire Egg (played by Dexter Sol Ansell). Season 1 premieres on January 18, 2026, on HBO, and Season 2 has already been renewed.

Additional projects currently in development.