Game of Thrones

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Season 4
  • Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: Apr 17, 2011
Season #: 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 2340 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 2,187 out of 2340
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  3. Negative: 101 out of 2340
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  1. VonSeux
    May 6, 2014
    1
    Ever got the feeling of going nowere?
    Well, this series does just that. We are on season four and every episode introduces new characters and leave subplots unsolved. The episodes are still very slow for a series with only 10's per year. Of course we love the violence and the sex, but I bet you can't remember half of the characters names.
  2. FilipeDX
    May 5, 2014
    9
    Fast paced and exciting. The series goes straight into the action and for the most part keeps you interested in the plot. Scenes with certain charecters still do not carry as much weight as you would like. The tense moments and amazing quotes comming from some of these charecters assures your love for them. The well constructed shots and sound design realy show the high grade of the set and crew.
  3. Malak41
    May 5, 2014
    10
    Really great nothing to say more, this series is epic.

    It is always immersed in and even if white walkers are expected, one remains in the course of history and things were put in place gradually. Sometimes, it'll really very quickly also and everything is upset suddenly ;)

    In short, this series still has for quite a few years to make us dream and it went well to be a true masterpiece!
  4. Velsuan
    May 4, 2014
    7
    Good, but not good enough to merit that kind of universal praise. Come on guys! Be more impartial! The first season is the best one, for sure. The third and the fourth.... meh!... Could be better.

    Pas mal, mais pas non plus spectaculaire. La saison 1 reste la meilleure jusqu'à maintenant. Sauf peut-être pour toutes les scènes mettant en vedette Tyrion...
  5. Nonex24
    May 4, 2014
    10
    I can imagine anyone that starts watching this season without having seen the first three can get a little confused. My advice however, would be to go and watch them ASAP. This is one of those shows that just gets better and better. Those familiar with the books will know that as the seasons progress, they deviate more and more from the original material, and season four is certainly inI can imagine anyone that starts watching this season without having seen the first three can get a little confused. My advice however, would be to go and watch them ASAP. This is one of those shows that just gets better and better. Those familiar with the books will know that as the seasons progress, they deviate more and more from the original material, and season four is certainly in line with this. Whether this is good or bad will really depend on your point of view. This season has everything; well scripted dialogue, well-developed characters and a story line that leads you to think "Aw... It's already over" after 50 or so minutes with eyes being glued to the screen. Season four in particular has some of the best twists to date and being only 4 episodes in, expect plenty more still to come.… Expand
  6. Brashhawk
    May 2, 2014
    3
    Season 4 Episode 4 is the point at which HBO decided to milk the battered dugs of Westeros for all they are worth. It might seem surprising that after all the gratuitous sexual violence depicted before, this episode sets a new level. Up to this point, the formulaic sexual abuse was kept within bounds, especially compared to the books. The memorable thing about Season 4 Episode 4 was theSeason 4 Episode 4 is the point at which HBO decided to milk the battered dugs of Westeros for all they are worth. It might seem surprising that after all the gratuitous sexual violence depicted before, this episode sets a new level. Up to this point, the formulaic sexual abuse was kept within bounds, especially compared to the books. The memorable thing about Season 4 Episode 4 was the moment the writers didn't bother to write any more. They could have depicted the horrors of Craster's Keep with a little dialogue and subtle direction, but why bother when the audience will applaud naked women being beaten up and raped in the background? Rape has stopped being a taboo; it has become shorthand for a Very Bad Person badge. The closing shot is of a baby being turned into some kind of creature of ice;why wasn't the baby hurt? Because that would have viewers reaching to switch off their TVs and complaining. If it had been a woman, she'd have been raped and beaten first. Rape and violence towards women is made casual, a backdrop in this situation, because it is supposed that viewers accept it - that they in fact, enjoy it. If you are the kind of person who googles for pictures of the Steubenville rape, and think it's all a fuss about nothing, carry on, this episode will make you feel ready for another snuff movie.… Expand
  7. Drealgrin
    May 1, 2014
    10
    consistently amazing. In every way. Simply the best show that has ever been. The Costumes, the writing, the acting, there are over a dozen intriguing characters that are constantly being traded for by being killed off and new ones introduced and only one actor seems to be not getting it (the one who plays Bran)

    Just undeniably incredible. and this season is the best so far!
  8. estatistics
    May 1, 2014
    10
    This season, the episodes are great as before. The actors are acting very naturally, and the death and blood continue. Nudity is more restricted than before. I would like to see the next episodes!
  9. Razashah1
    Apr 29, 2014
    10
    Fantastic performances from the likes of Nikolaj Coster Waldau and Gwendoline Christie really bring this beloved book the small screen treatment it deserves and were only four episodes in!
  10. daniel318
    Apr 27, 2014
    10
    Simply put, this series is the best piece of fantasy ever transferred to the screen. LoTR was great but truly lacked when it came to character development. GoT has character development for days!!!...well at least as long as the character survives.
  11. ahnehnois
    Apr 26, 2014
    10
    It's only getting better. Huge dramatic setpieces (including another wedding that may be a bigger deal than the last one). Intimate character moments. New storylines. New cast members (Pedro Pascal is killing it as Prince Oberyn). There's no filler here; each episode so far has been packed to the brim with significant new happenings.

    Game of Thrones continues to be an unprecedented    It's only getting better. Huge dramatic setpieces (including another wedding that may be a bigger deal than the last one). Intimate character moments. New storylines. New cast members (Pedro Pascal is killing it as Prince Oberyn). There's no filler here; each episode so far has been packed to the brim with significant new happenings.

    Game of Thrones continues to be an unprecedented achievement in television history: the epic scope of the story, the best production values money could buy, and the most compelling cast of characters on the screen. It'll be interesting to see how far this season goes, but at this point it feels like the show can't possibly screw up.    … Expand
  12. Smee
    Apr 25, 2014
    0
    Slow and boring cant watch it having the feeling that the world stop spinning.It's just a talkshop that actors talk meaningless dialogues and do over- acting so some sponge minded simpletons thing this is the greatest show ever.
  13. ursomniac
    Apr 24, 2014
    10
    I'm a fan of the books, but I'm largely pleased with how well the show has followed them - and as importantly - how the show has DEPARTED from them in some ways.

    However, I think we can all agree: it needs more Hodor!
  14. deekan
    Apr 20, 2014
    10
    Before I begin my review, I feel obligated to say: People that give this an 8 then criticize everyone who gives it a 10 really REALLY bother me. To the individual I am addressing but not completely calling out, I must beg that you be pragmatic in your future critiques. Your opinion is NOT fact. Maybe I believe that Breaking Bad and Justified are great shows, but do not quite "match up" toBefore I begin my review, I feel obligated to say: People that give this an 8 then criticize everyone who gives it a 10 really REALLY bother me. To the individual I am addressing but not completely calling out, I must beg that you be pragmatic in your future critiques. Your opinion is NOT fact. Maybe I believe that Breaking Bad and Justified are great shows, but do not quite "match up" to HBO's The Wire and Game of Thrones. But that is MY opinion. It is still not fact.

    And to the next person I hear compare Game of Thrones to that, IN MY OPINION, inconsistent (though still oddly entertaining) mess of a series The Walking Dead as if they are on the same level of quality, or for that matter, use the idiotic concept "over hyped", I will cut off his manhood and feed it to the goats!

    Now, to the review: Yes, I am reviewing this season only two episodes in. To those who disapprove, be sated by the fact that if something were to change my opinion down the road a few episodes I will update my review accordingly. But, having the distinct advantage that I have read the books and having not been disappointed thus far, I am fairly confident this season will be the best yet. And since Metacritic will not let me give the show the 11 I feel it deserves, I am forced to give Game of Thrones another 10 for this season.

    In my opinion, the books series it is based on, A Song of Ice and Fire, is simply the single greatest adult fantasy series out there that I have read, and Game of Thrones has done a near-perfect job adapting such a vast text to fit a television format. Do I have occasional quibbles about the showrunners adaption choices? Of course. But, so far, none have been immense enough to warrant me docking the show even 1/4 of a point.

    I cannot wait to see some of my favorite scenes from the books adapted for the big screen. This season will most definitely be unforgettable and the pinnacle of great television, in my opinion.    … Expand
  15. AaronAction
    Apr 18, 2014
    10
    People that give this a 10 really REALLY bother me.
    True, it's the best of the season (out of the 2 episodes so far)
    But it's not phenomenal by an means, doesn't match up to Justified or even come close to shows like Breaking Bad. What makes the show worth watching is the intelligent writing, the plot twists and the great CGI, let alone all the unwariness of whose the next to die? All    People that give this a 10 really REALLY bother me.
    True, it's the best of the season (out of the 2 episodes so far)
    But it's not phenomenal by an means, doesn't match up to Justified or even come close to shows like Breaking Bad.

    What makes the show worth watching is the intelligent writing, the plot twists and the great CGI, let alone all the unwariness of whose the next to die? All the betrayals and **** up deaths are extremely entertaining.

    This show is a great show, but I want people to please be aware that there's much better shows out there.

    The best way to explain this show is that it's just like The Walking Dead. Over hyped and over dramatized.    … Expand
  16. gameofthrones95
    Apr 17, 2014
    10
    Up until season 3, Game of Thrones was a 9.5 but only two episodes in and Season 4 is stellar!! Absolutely amazing performances by Peter Dinklage as always. When Tyrion was telling Shae she must leave, painfully calling her a whore to save her. The Red Viper aka Oberyn Martell is a true Dornishmen. Seeing the cultural differences between King's Landing and Dorne is thrilling and PedroUp until season 3, Game of Thrones was a 9.5 but only two episodes in and Season 4 is stellar!! Absolutely amazing performances by Peter Dinklage as always. When Tyrion was telling Shae she must leave, painfully calling her a whore to save her. The Red Viper aka Oberyn Martell is a true Dornishmen. Seeing the cultural differences between King's Landing and Dorne is thrilling and Pedro Pascal plays Oberyn perfectly "The Lannisters aren't the only ones who pay their debts". It gets better though Jack Gleason amazingly portrays a degrading Joffery who gets his just desserts after commanding the master of coin, his uncle Tyrion Lannister bow to him. I can go on and on about the stunning writing, acting, sets, etc. but all I can honestly do is tell you to get HBO or head to shop.hbo.com and buy the blurays. Game of Thrones is perfection, not only the best show but the best piece of media/literature ever.… Expand
  17. SeanChris
    Apr 16, 2014
    10
    As the pervious seasons, the first two episodes of this season has gotten things rolling quickly! The intelligent writing keeps the pace of the show going. Not only do they give you satisfying conclusions to side plots but they keep the build up to one amazing battle going throughout every episode.
  18. qpon
    Apr 16, 2014
    10
    Having read the books, the material for this season is off the charts spectacular. If the first two episodes of S4 are any indication, this will be an historic season of television. The writers and directors are operating with tremendous confidence now after clearing the hurdle of season 3's Red Wedding. It's as if they're 'playing with house money'. Having that monkey off their back seemsHaving read the books, the material for this season is off the charts spectacular. If the first two episodes of S4 are any indication, this will be an historic season of television. The writers and directors are operating with tremendous confidence now after clearing the hurdle of season 3's Red Wedding. It's as if they're 'playing with house money'. Having that monkey off their back seems to have freed them from any hesitations. The production and acting are peaking at the same time as the book material is peaking - it's going to be a pleasure and privilege to watch.… Expand
  19. greatmaster
    Apr 15, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. oh my god the purple wedding *spoiler alert* that little psychopath joffrey got what was coming to his spoiled ass!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  20. Syadin
    Apr 15, 2014
    10
    I honestly thoroughly enjoyed this episode and it was a masterpiece. I truly love Game of Thrones, the production quality is so high, the actors are phenomenal, and the writing is top-notch. Season 4s episode truly got me back into the Game of Thrones mindset. This is an amazing season premiere.
  21. Lamborghini
    Apr 14, 2014
    10
    This show is fantastic. Enough said. I now must make this amazing review one hundred and fifty characters long. Sally sells sea shells by the sea shore.
  22. Foodmom
    Apr 14, 2014
    10
    Spectacular ! Everything from the costuming to the writing / suspense the trills , the shocking events. My top favorite tv show. Now, I want to read the book! I have to admit so far the red wedding was the most shocking event .. haven't seen the latest but will tonight!
  23. RustCohle
    Apr 14, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Holy Cow!! This season starts the best with it's 2 episodes so far... The casting, the costumes, the places, the intensity are perfect as always. But man that 2nd episode. I can't believe how much joy I've felt when the thing happened. Thank you Dan Gurewitch you've gained the whole world's hate with that brilliant performance. Now it's time to say our farewells and wait for some more intense scenes that are to come. 10/10… Expand
  24. seyyedrezae
    Apr 14, 2014
    10
    Oh my GOD... I Cant understand what happened 10 minutes ago (Watching 2nd episode) ... it was extraordinary... it IS!!!!!
    Second episode was Great in every moment... in every detail... this TV show surely is the best in the whole TV history... Absolutely it was A GREAT performance i have seen in TV by actors and actresses, ever...
    Congratulations... to all cast and credits of this show.    Oh my GOD... I Cant understand what happened 10 minutes ago (Watching 2nd episode) ... it was extraordinary... it IS!!!!!
    Second episode was Great in every moment... in every detail... this TV show surely is the best in the whole TV history... Absolutely it was A GREAT performance i have seen in TV by actors and actresses, ever...
    Congratulations... to all cast and credits of this show.
    Watch This show and Enjoy from every moment of it... :)    … Expand
  25. AnnaRa
    Apr 13, 2014
    10
    Wonderful as has been expected, and even more so. Lack the words to express my delight and pleasure to watch this brilliant thing. Actors, music, scenery... all perfect.
  26. diecastpe
    Apr 13, 2014
    10
    Season 4 Episode 2 just finished and I have to say I am most impressed, even more impressed than I was believed to be before in preparation before watching via the trailers. All I can say is that I wish they would make the Seasons 18 Episodes long with 8 episodes airing then a mid season break for a month or two and then the latter half of the season which would be the other 8 episodes.Season 4 Episode 2 just finished and I have to say I am most impressed, even more impressed than I was believed to be before in preparation before watching via the trailers. All I can say is that I wish they would make the Seasons 18 Episodes long with 8 episodes airing then a mid season break for a month or two and then the latter half of the season which would be the other 8 episodes. This would of course make up for the HUGE storylines being mushed out due to time constraints and there's such a big cast it would allow for every main character and every house(even) within the books to properly assert the lore from the books adapted to the show with precision and accuracy without cutting any ends off to narrow down and dull down stories. For crying out loud this it he NUMBER 1 SHOW ON METACRITIC!!!! HBO'S NUMBER 1 CASH CROP!!! Just think how many people would tune in to 18 episodes compared to as they do already to the limited and held back 10 episodes per season which are supposed to be covering sometimes a whole novel or a whole novel and parts of other novels as well in different time lapses! Look how the Walking Dead is doing and it's on AMC for crying out loud!!! Just think how Game of Thrones would do with a similar addition to 18 Episode Seasons which would give George RR Martin more time to finish his last two novels and give the writers more time to construct more stories and give more vibrant background stories more color as there are so many main characters now that there's NO WAY with 10 episodes per season we'd ever be able to fully get to know the characters from the books properly on the show before they died or fulfilled their task before going away or dying. All I can say is I never used to be into TV Shows but since True Blood(early) Dexter, Weeds(early), Californication, The Walking Dead, Shameless, and a few others that I now enjoy TV Shows more than movies. I do admit that I would LOVE to see a Trilogy of Game of Thrones Movies either from Roberts Rebellion to help explain happenings and what knots from season 1 talk from Ned Stark and Robert Baratheon as well as Stannis with Kings End, and how the Mad King Aryes Targaryen and his use of wildfire came of high and loved use. But the trilogy could start with the Dragons last days, then drying during the war that laid them to rest in the introductory, then years later of generations as the Targareyans catch up to the mad king in the second movie and let it play its course out to the third and final movie to be a prelude of sorts to the first season of Game of Thrones the Series.… Expand
  27. Gamespro
    Apr 13, 2014
    10
    Amazing premiere and second episode.the second episode by far has two be my favorite episode.great acting,amazing costumes,and an incredibly large cast
  28. Jcdbengals
    Apr 10, 2014
    9
    What other show has a cast this large, and yet can get so much out of each character in such a small amount of screen time? Im amazed at the locations, the casting, the acting, writing...its all just so well done. And the music? Oberyn has his own theme, along with the Thenns, and it just all is handled with an obvious passion from everyone involved. Start from season 1 and just enjoyWhat other show has a cast this large, and yet can get so much out of each character in such a small amount of screen time? Im amazed at the locations, the casting, the acting, writing...its all just so well done. And the music? Oberyn has his own theme, along with the Thenns, and it just all is handled with an obvious passion from everyone involved. Start from season 1 and just enjoy this incredible story; you will enjoy this much more if you have followed along from the beginning! Great first episode of season 4, with a rare happy ending of sorts...which seems to never happen in this story.… Expand
  29. noisnam
    Apr 9, 2014
    9
    -1 for have to wait a week to see next ep. cant wait cant wait cant wait cant wait cant wait cant wait cant wait cant wait cant wait cant wait cant wait cant wait.
  30. rs10rs10
    Apr 8, 2014
    10
    Based on the first episode this season is going to be amazing. The Hound and Arya are absolutely killing it. Oberyn and the Thenns (two new "characters") are introduced so well! Both are immideatly easy to recognize and have extremely strong characteristics. There is so much to say but in all it's amazing :P
  31. ClayMerritt
    Apr 7, 2014
    10
    By knowing what happens from reading Book 3, this second half has the potential to be the greatest season of television ever. The show just keeps topping itself and Benioff & Weiss stay incredibly true to the books. Possibly more-so than any other book-to-TV/Film adaptation ever.
  32. guiltyconscious
    Apr 6, 2014
    10
    The show is doing a great job at following the books. I do enjoy all the added scenes. Almost every episodes are going to have some extra scenes that aren't in the book because the books are from first person points of view. So the writers have the freedom to add the scenes that are usually mentioned in the books and some are just created. They just can't make a character go m.i.a like inThe show is doing a great job at following the books. I do enjoy all the added scenes. Almost every episodes are going to have some extra scenes that aren't in the book because the books are from first person points of view. So the writers have the freedom to add the scenes that are usually mentioned in the books and some are just created. They just can't make a character go m.i.a like in the books. Certain things had to be adapted for TV. it keeps the show fresh and keeps the book readers still some way surprised (including myself). I am very pleased with the show. No other TV network would have done the show justice, it requires a big budget though it still not as epic as it is in the books i would still like to thank the writers and HBO for the effort. Two thumbs up.… Expand
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Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Mike Hale
    Apr 4, 2014
    60
    This narrative pokiness is redeemed, as usual, by the machine-tooled professionalism of the production, the lavish attention to the mock-medieval costumes and setting, and the mostly crisp, understated acting by the international cast.... More than ever, though, you may find yourself impatient for the plot to wind around to the more engaging story lines.
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  2. The Wrap
    Reviewed by: Tim Molloy
    Apr 4, 2014
    100
    The acting is delightful, the visuals are sumptuous, the stories couldn't be more surprising.
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  3. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Matt Zoller Seitz
    Apr 4, 2014
    100
    The storytelling seems to have hit a new peak of relaxed confidence. In every scene you get a sense of steady forward motion. New characters are introduced and old characters deepened, and devious new plots are laid out so deftly that it's not until midway through episode three that you look back over everything that came before and laugh at yourself for not having seen a particular surprise coming
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