Nine noble families battle for control of the lands of Westeros, while an ancient enemy returns after lying dormant for millennia. George R.R. Martin’s wife once said she would leave him if he killed Arya or Sansa. Tywin Lannister: A man who has to say « I am king » is no true king. During the opening credits, each cast member’s name is accompanied by their character’s house insignia. Featured in Hollywood’s Top Ten: Critics’ Choice Nominees: Drama (2011). Main Title (uncredited) Written by and starring Ramin Djawadi. As we prepare for the House of the Dragon, we look back at the splendor that was once Game of Thrones. Seasons 1-6 are truly exceptional television, right up there with The Sopranos, Breaking Bad, Mad Men, The Wire, the best of the best. Season 7 was a dip in quality but still enjoyable enough, and then came season 8 which was a mistake of epic proportions. A rushed, botched, lazy finale and a slap in the face to both new and old fans. That said, nothing can take away from the wild, brilliant and emotional ride that is Game of Thrones seasons 1-6, a television series that defined a decade and changed pop culture forever. I like to believe it was cancelled after season 6 and we never got to see the true finale 😉