One of the most successful series on the prestigious cable channel HBO, Game of Thrones is often mentioned in lists of the best and most important television productions of all time.
The series is an adaptation of the books A Song of Ice and Fire, written by George R.R. Martin. The plot consists of a medieval fantasy about the dispute for the Iron Throne between several noble families; whoever conquers it will be the leader of the Seven Kingdoms.
The series is filled with grand landscapes, mystery, epic battles and palace intrigue, all with exquisite production values in sets, costumes and special effects.
Given all this success, Game of Thrones has collected memorable episodes throughout its history. Here we have selected the 10 best of the entire production, according to the lists of critics, sites specialized in the series and the community of fans of the work.
These episodes represent the pinnacle of Game of Thrones, showcasing its complex and intricate narrative, major battles, memorable characters, and of course, plot twists. Check it out!
10. Episode “The Lion and the Rose” (S04E02)
The “Purple Wedding” is the central event of this episode, in which King Joffrey Baratheon – a character the audience loves to hate – is poisoned. The execution of the episode, full of tension and twists, makes this one of the most satisfying and important episodes of the series.
9. Episode “The Laws of Gods and Men” (S04E06)
This episode is best remembered for the trial of Tyrion Lannister. His defense and speech against his betrayers are one of the most important moments of the “duende”. The episode also expands the storyline of Daenerys in Meereen.
8. Episode “Blackwater” (S02E09)
The first major battle episode of the series, centered on Stannis Baratheon’s attempt to conquer King’s Landing. Neil Marshall’s direction (from films such as Abyss of Fear and Dog Soldiers) ratchets up the tension, making this a milestone episode in the series. The naval battle and use of fires are visual highlights.
7. Episode “The Spoils of War” (S07E04)
An episode that stands out for showing a battle of great proportions, with Daenerys Targaryen attacking the Lannister army with her dragons. The combination of military strategy and draconic power offers one of the most visually stunning battle scenes of the series.
6. Episode “The Mountain and the Viper” (S04E08)
The fight between Oberyn Martell and Gregor Clegane is one of the most intense and impactful of the series. Oberyn’s overconfidence leads to one of the most shocking and graphic deaths. This episode recalls the unpredictability of Game of Thrones and the brutality of its fights.
5. Episode “The Winds of Winter” (S06E10)
One of the most memorable episodes of the entire series. The episode begins with the destruction of the Sept of Baelor, where Cersei Lannister eliminates most of her enemies in King’s Landing. This episode also marks Cersei’s coronation as queen, Arya’s revenge on the Freys, and the revelation of Jon Snow’s true origins.
4. Episode “The Door” (S06E05)
A tragic episode that reveals the origin of the charismatic Hodor’s name. This episode mixes emotions and deepens the mythology of the series. The connection between the past and the present is expertly explored and Hodor’s death is one of the most heartbreaking moments of the series.
3. Episode “Hardhome” (S05E08)
This is an episode that changes the course of the story dramatically, showing an intense battle between the wildlings and the White Walkers. Jon Snow stands out as a leader and the episode highlights the growing threat of the Night King.
2. Episode “The Battle of the Bastards” (S06E09)
One of the most anticipated moments of the entire series, the “Battle of the Bastards” is a great visual and emotional spectacle. The battle between Jon Snow and Ramsay Bolton is one of the most intense of the entire program.
Filming this moment took 25 days, with 500 extras, 70 horses and a production team of 600 people. All this to highlight the brutality of war.
1. Episode “The Rains of Castamere” (S03E09)
Known as “The Red Wedding,” this episode is one of the most shocking and devastating moments of the series. The betrayal of the Freys and Boltons against the Starks surprised viewers in a terrifying way.
The best season of “Game of Thrones” is widely considered the fourth. It has received a 97% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, has an average rating of 9.23 on IMDb, and a 94 on Metacritic, placing it among the most popular seasons among critics and fans.
Each episode of “Game of Thrones” is, on average, about 1 hour long, similar to other HBO drama series. However, in the later seasons, due to the smaller number of episodes, some are longer, clocking in at about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
To marathon the 73 episodes of the series, it would take a total of 4,214 minutes, which equates to 70.23 hours. Converted to days, this means that it would take approximately 2.93 days to watch the entire series without interruptions.
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