Game of Thrones

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Season 5
  • Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: Apr 17, 2011
Season #: 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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  1. TixyLix
    May 19, 2015
    5
    Gotten a bit boring now, every major plot point is just who dies and who lives, about a simple as video game story telling. I have no idea what they're doing with Daenerys, but I've lost interest now as every season they seem to build her up and then have no pay off.
  2. Mark_Freeze85
    Jun 2, 2015
    5
    "Hardhome" saved this season so far. Between Sansa's iffy scene and the very disappointing Sand Snakes fight, season 5 has been a let down. I'm truly sorry for sounding sexist, but some of the female characters in the show are killing it for me. Arya's plot makes zero sense with the rest of GOT, Emilia Clarke is destroying my favorite character from the books, and the Sand Snakes are"Hardhome" saved this season so far. Between Sansa's iffy scene and the very disappointing Sand Snakes fight, season 5 has been a let down. I'm truly sorry for sounding sexist, but some of the female characters in the show are killing it for me. Arya's plot makes zero sense with the rest of GOT, Emilia Clarke is destroying my favorite character from the books, and the Sand Snakes are just...boring. Their fight with Jaime and Bronn was so bland. Obara really looked like she was playing with a toy, slow-spinning the spear and doing nothing compared to the insanely entertaining Oberyn. The march south with Stannis should NOT take the entire season, yet it is. We're getting way too much Arya and not enough Dorne, Stannis, and Littlefinger. I really hope episodes 9 and 10 are exactly like 8.… Expand
  3. Knighthawk81
    Apr 13, 2015
    10
    It's not easy adapting sprawling fantasy books into a TV series, but HBO has done it beautifully with "Game of Thrones." It's consistently been the most entertaining show on television for four seasons, and now that the showrunners are breaking new stories, I can't wait to see where it goes next.
  4. oDjento
    Jul 3, 2015
    6
    4 episodes can’t make up an amazing season, but by god am I glad we got them. This has definitely been one of the weakest seasons, with the first six episodes delivering to a standard well below what we have come to expect from Game Of Thrones.
    The season lost focus a lot in this season, bringing up plot points and then dropping them without following them with any consistency or proper    4 episodes can’t make up an amazing season, but by god am I glad we got them. This has definitely been one of the weakest seasons, with the first six episodes delivering to a standard well below what we have come to expect from Game Of Thrones.
    The season lost focus a lot in this season, bringing up plot points and then dropping them without following them with any consistency or proper pace. These first six episodes seemed to be trying to develop their new and existing plot points too fast but without really making them go anywhere, they wouldn’t give the plot enough time to develop yet they would also stagnate. This made (for me) episode 1-6 a tiring watch, especially with some scenes that were not done properly enough to honour certain peoples deaths and some awful fight choreography (SAND SNAKES ANYONE?).
    Albeit this, the last 4 episodes are a blast. Episode 7 sets up for the better episodes to come, episode 8 wows with an impressive and haunting ending, episode 9 paces itself best with a hectic ending (although the CGI could have been better) and episode 10 sets you on a rather odd montage of finalising peoples storylines for this season but is still satisfying. Episode 8 is possibly what wholly makes up for this season, but the other 3 episodes do help improve this seasons score a lot. Episode 8 could be one of the best episodes out there.
    Now onto acting. The acting overall is solid, but the sand snakes motives in the TV series seem just stupid and dull, with also (mainly Obaras) acting being not the best on the show at all. Arya had turned from a strong independent character as we had seen in season 4 to a whiny little girl again, which was pretty frustrating to watch at times, and Cersei just seems to be becoming a one trick pony now on the show, not really bringing up many interesting new plot points for her.
    The overall verdict for season 5 is that YES you should keep watching it to see conclusion. We may not be having a fully satisfying season, but the second half of the season does try alleviate our pain of the first six episodes so it is not a full on disappointment. However, maybe our expectations were a little too high coming out of season 4, which in my opinion was the best season so far.
    Also, the ending was a bit too bitter to end on I think. Like, wow GOT, you hit me hard. In the heart. Which is good and half the reason we watch GOT but REALLY? THE LAST SCENE? I went out that night after watching that and NO JOKE, I WAS SEVERELY DEPRESSED.
    Possibly the worst season with one of the best episodes. Odd mixture.    … Expand
  5. Denis_IRL
    Aug 26, 2015
    2
    The violence and the sex of the final episode were desperation compensating for a storyline, Anyone can write that stuff. Unworthy of a big budget and a previously great production.
  6. outraaageous
    Aug 23, 2015
    5
    A sharp decline in quality seems to have coincided with the divergence from the book material this season. The lengthy, often Herculean effort to flesh the plot out with character development, exposition and interesting dialogue seems to have given way to the writers trying to "top" the shocks of previous seasons. Two major shocks were not only needlessly brutal, but did not add up in theA sharp decline in quality seems to have coincided with the divergence from the book material this season. The lengthy, often Herculean effort to flesh the plot out with character development, exposition and interesting dialogue seems to have given way to the writers trying to "top" the shocks of previous seasons. Two major shocks were not only needlessly brutal, but did not add up in the sense of how key figures have been characterised so far - they acted directly against their previous motivations. This was simply lazy writing on the part of D&D. Dorne was a missed opportunity (the Sand Snakes diabolical) and too much time was spent on Arya stalking a man selling oysters. Season 5 finally faded away, culminating in one of the most disappointingly incoherent finales I can remember. It feels very much as if it has been downhill since the slightly disappointing end to the otherwise excellent Season 4. Here's hoping this is a case of transition and the plan is in place to make improvements in Season 6.… Expand
  7. The3AcademySins
    Jun 8, 2016
    9
    The last three episodes of this season truly save it. Building up to the ending of season five, however, the show becomes really slow paced and meandering. There is also ONE STORYLINE (which I shall not name for spoiler reasons) that is completely stupid and does nothing, and completely bastardizes the books.
  8. LucasFelipe
    Aug 28, 2015
    2
    All-shocking and no faithful to the book. Congratulations HBO, you guys just ruined the show. It was so hard to see the whole season. Why burn a girl on a fire if it wasn't on the book? I think HBO forgot how to do good shows
  9. TheoWilliam
    Jun 26, 2015
    10
    This is was a beautiful season for the series. It took of brilliantly and ended me in shock. It ended in rage. And it ended in what people love game of thrones for " it's surprisingly unexpected deaths" which is the reason game of thrones is so damn original and watch worthy. Especially season 5
  10. akp333
    May 30, 2016
    3
    Departing from the source material was not bad on principle, but the choices made were poor ones. Important characters such as Jaime, Sansa, and Stannis go through reductive storylines, while others like Arya and Daenerys merely tread water. The finale was especially insulting, ending almost all the characters on episode 9-like cliffhangers rather than the traditional resolution andDeparting from the source material was not bad on principle, but the choices made were poor ones. Important characters such as Jaime, Sansa, and Stannis go through reductive storylines, while others like Arya and Daenerys merely tread water. The finale was especially insulting, ending almost all the characters on episode 9-like cliffhangers rather than the traditional resolution and development of seasons past.… Expand
  11. IAC
    Jul 8, 2015
    1
    How could this season possibly be getting all positive reviews from critics? It is a structural disaster, one of the worst seasons of television I've ever endured, fro a series that five years ago was top tier.

    Game of Thrones no longer has any visible objective. All contenders for the throne and any protagonist worth rooting for has been killed off, leaving us with no particular    How could this season possibly be getting all positive reviews from critics? It is a structural disaster, one of the worst seasons of television I've ever endured, fro a series that five years ago was top tier.

    Game of Thrones no longer has any visible objective. All contenders for the throne and any protagonist worth rooting for has been killed off, leaving us with no particular investment in what happens to the remaining characters. When Rob Stark died, it actually made a difference to the direction of the show, but at this point, no one's death has any consequences. No one's life has any particular consequence. This is a classic storytelling blunder, and I'm really amazed that GoT has fallen into it, and that critics are still lapping it up.

    In its favor, the cinematography is still incredible. The performances are stellar. But the story is plodding, full of cumbersome monologues and heavy-handed exchanges between talking heads. I find myself at this point kind of rooting for the White Walkers to kill everyone.    … Expand
  12. Roeyl
    Aug 6, 2015
    6
    No spoilers.
    The worst GoT season so far. Season 5 is not only dull and boring, it's downright annoying. The whole season teases a lot of potential development but doesn't deliver anything until the very last episode, which ends in a cliffhanger and is in itself a tease for season 6. This is irritating. To top it off Episode 9 also features the worst SFX of the series.
    This results in    No spoilers.
    The worst GoT season so far. Season 5 is not only dull and boring, it's downright annoying. The whole season teases a lot of potential development but doesn't deliver anything until the very last episode, which ends in a cliffhanger and is in itself a tease for season 6. This is irritating. To top it off Episode 9 also features the worst SFX of the series.
    This results in this season being horribly paced and very underwhelming.    … Expand
  13. StevieGJD
    Jun 23, 2015
    5
    This was by far the weakest season of this show. I was pretty unhappy about it and almost stopped watching. I am not tied to the books or any particular story line. But this show has sort of jumped the shark with the convoluted story the unnecessary violence against women and children, and the indiscriminate brutal deaths of important characters. That I was made to feel bad for CerseiThis was by far the weakest season of this show. I was pretty unhappy about it and almost stopped watching. I am not tied to the books or any particular story line. But this show has sort of jumped the shark with the convoluted story the unnecessary violence against women and children, and the indiscriminate brutal deaths of important characters. That I was made to feel bad for Cersei in her well deserved walk of shame is offensive. I am close to being done.… Expand
  14. daviduarte
    Jun 16, 2015
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Up to season 4, GOT lived up to the books, and albeit some questionable differences, still maintained the quality bar high. Season 5 just goes downhill, with episode after episode looking more and more like a soap opera. The characters simply went full retard (never go full retard); Bronn and Jaime going alone into Dorne in full power rangers mode? The Tyrells being destroyed then forgotten? The most skilled army in the world (unsullied) being defeated by a bunch of pathetic unskilled and unequipped noble men... twice?

    This kind of cheap plot and plain character behavior is what I would expect from a stupid cliche Hollywood movie. But at least we got a full action packed episode with lots of fighting, blood, deaths and... oh wait!    … Expand
  15. Casejuh
    Jun 16, 2015
    2
    As a reader of the books, this season was an absolute disaster to me. It helped me realize that the show will spoil the books in a way that is extremely POORLY written. The saddest thing is that even if I don't watch the show any more I won't be able to escape the spoilers.
  16. Shiverfox
    Jun 16, 2015
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In pursuit of shocking and buzzworthy moments, Game of Thrones Season 5 lost sight of what made the show special.

    The best example of this would probably be Sansa being moved to Winterfell. In the books she continues to develop her politicking and manipulation (as Season 4's ending hinted she would.) In Season 5, any progress her character had was discarded so that she could play useless victim for another full season, just so we could have a shocking rape scene.

    Similarly, the writers elected to have a small mission by Ramsay Bolton (who has a fraction of Stannis's battle experience) completely incapacitate Stannis's entire army so that the season could culminate in his death.

    Both of these examples illustrate the problems that have emerged with Season 5. As the writers simplify and modify the story (which in itself is a noble pursuit), they sacrifice complexity and cohesiveness. The first two thirds of this season felt like moving dominos into place just so that we could watch them all die in episodes 9-10. It feels like rather than telling an interesting story that may lead to a shocking twist down the line, the writers have settled for telling a mediocre story that becomes interesting solely due to a twist. But in many cases it doesn't work, since if the character isn't engaging, their death won't be either.

    Hopefully the writers don't neglect the story's complexity in lieu of plot-hole ridden simplifications in further seasons, as the ones preceding this one were all excellent.    … Expand
  17. aslit
    May 12, 2015
    5
    For anyone who read the books, the series has become almost intolerable to watch. It is one thing to cut down on material to fit production constraints but when you completely butcher a beautiful storyline, substitute it with some nonsense you made up and somehow manage to find time for meaningless sex scenes, it is not OK. I am beyond amazed that the author approves this idiocy.
  18. astallaslions
    May 19, 2015
    7
    This season isn't bad; but compared to the past seasons, in terms of writing, pacing, and focus, season 5 just doesn't come close. Furthermore, although the threat of sexual violence has always been present in GoT, it's use here is simply for shock value, which, on top of last season's controversial scene, Dany in season 1, countless other examples and predominantly female nudity, is theThis season isn't bad; but compared to the past seasons, in terms of writing, pacing, and focus, season 5 just doesn't come close. Furthermore, although the threat of sexual violence has always been present in GoT, it's use here is simply for shock value, which, on top of last season's controversial scene, Dany in season 1, countless other examples and predominantly female nudity, is the last straw for me.… Expand
  19. ambientdrop
    May 29, 2015
    3
    I have not read the books, so I'm not trashing the show for diverting from the original story line. However, once the show runners decided to take over there has been a huge difference in quality. Characters and plot points aren't given proper set-up or arcs. Even though the geography of the world has expanded, the scope feels smaller. What was once a sprawling epic now feels like aI have not read the books, so I'm not trashing the show for diverting from the original story line. However, once the show runners decided to take over there has been a huge difference in quality. Characters and plot points aren't given proper set-up or arcs. Even though the geography of the world has expanded, the scope feels smaller. What was once a sprawling epic now feels like a soap-opera. I hope HBO turns this around.… Expand
  20. ozymandias79
    May 25, 2015
    6
    Another nothing season of GOT. Posting review before the last 3 episodes because they will be at the quality the whole season should have been. Seriously, just watch the last 3 episodes of every season for now on, because they're the only ones worth a damn. Emilia Clarke's new non-nude policy has made her "semi"-nude scenes really weak. Compare them with the scene where Rosabell LaurentiAnother nothing season of GOT. Posting review before the last 3 episodes because they will be at the quality the whole season should have been. Seriously, just watch the last 3 episodes of every season for now on, because they're the only ones worth a damn. Emilia Clarke's new non-nude policy has made her "semi"-nude scenes really weak. Compare them with the scene where Rosabell Laurenti Sellers completely owns Bronn by nudity and poison. At the end of the day, if every episode was a good as the last 3, GOT would be worth the high scores.… Expand
  21. qwerty8883
    Jun 16, 2015
    3
    Loved game of thrones up until this season where they just started making it up as the go along in comparison to the books. The whole "lets kill off everyone" idea lost its novel appeal after season 2 and yet they team behind GOT still think its a fresh thing thats going to impress the fans. Apart from the aforementioned, season 5 has been boring, slow and generally lacking any form ofLoved game of thrones up until this season where they just started making it up as the go along in comparison to the books. The whole "lets kill off everyone" idea lost its novel appeal after season 2 and yet they team behind GOT still think its a fresh thing thats going to impress the fans. Apart from the aforementioned, season 5 has been boring, slow and generally lacking any form of fluidity in comparison to the first 4.… Expand
  22. BogKid
    Apr 12, 2015
    10
    While "Game of Thrones" sometimes seems to be unrelenting sex and violence, one has to admit that it is sex and violence done extremely well. Now in the fifth (is it) season, GoT's writing and plotting are as good as ever. Episode one of Season six was a tad busy in up-dating us on all of the more important story threads, but I thought it did an excellent job of keeping things straight.While "Game of Thrones" sometimes seems to be unrelenting sex and violence, one has to admit that it is sex and violence done extremely well. Now in the fifth (is it) season, GoT's writing and plotting are as good as ever. Episode one of Season six was a tad busy in up-dating us on all of the more important story threads, but I thought it did an excellent job of keeping things straight. I enjoyed the show so much that I did not erase it from my DVR, anticipating watching it again later this week.… Expand
  23. Gamexpert
    Apr 13, 2015
    10
    What should i say, of course, it is Game of Thrones, so there were no chance it would be boring.
    I am absolutely surprised how good the first episode was.
    The Tempo is pretty slow so far, but GoT Fans shouldnt have a Problem with this.
    10/10 Arrows through the Chest
  24. simme_1
    Apr 13, 2015
    10
    Love that game of thrones is back packed with action, plots and schemes. All the characters feels right in this new season and as always the script and scenery of this show is amazing. Just love it.
  25. Chris674
    Apr 13, 2015
    10
    Game of Thrones once again delivers on its season 5 premier. Coming off of an exceptional season 4, I had very high expectations for season 5, and I am glad to say that GOT once again exceeded my expectations. The stories for the introduced characters are going in directions that have me more intrigued than ever. If you are not a fan of GOT or haven't caught up yet, please do so becauseGame of Thrones once again delivers on its season 5 premier. Coming off of an exceptional season 4, I had very high expectations for season 5, and I am glad to say that GOT once again exceeded my expectations. The stories for the introduced characters are going in directions that have me more intrigued than ever. If you are not a fan of GOT or haven't caught up yet, please do so because this show is an instant classic that shouldn't be missed!… Expand
  26. Alsmir
    Jun 19, 2015
    2
    In the fifth season it feels like it's more of a fan fiction rather than a show that is based on the books.

    I have to say it: Game of Thrones is a Miley Cyrus of TV shows. When the amount of viewers drop it either does something shocking like killing some of the main characters or shows us more boobs Killing off characters got more and more boring with time so they went one step further    In the fifth season it feels like it's more of a fan fiction rather than a show that is based on the books.

    I have to say it: Game of Thrones is a Miley Cyrus of TV shows. When the amount of viewers drop it either does something shocking like killing some of the main characters or shows us more boobs Killing off characters got more and more boring with time so they went one step further and started murdering characters that live in the books.

    Well, I give it 2 points for the boobs Right now they are the best thing about this show and some of the chicks are really beautiful.    … Expand
  27. ShetlandViking
    Mar 24, 2016
    0
    You don't need to be a book-purist to know this season was not up to par. Some moments were embarrassingly bad and overshadow the good. Turns out I was right to be concerned for this season and now I'm even more so for the future of this show.
  28. uki
    Apr 13, 2015
    10
    Very good start (as usual a bit slow) of the fifth season that is the turning point for the most of the series characters. Direction, writing, acting and music are on very high level as usual. I must say that I waited too long for this excelent show to begin, it's a pure pleasure to watch this sublime show!
  29. zouz123
    Apr 13, 2015
    10
    What a debut for a once again amazing new season. It picks up where it left us on season 4, and it was a joy seeing the characters after a long and boring wait. For fans, no need to talk much because they know what's waiting for them, and they definitely won't be disappointed. And Daenerys Targaryen, I love you.
  30. vascr
    May 27, 2015
    6
    I think season 5 failed to reach half of the interest of previous seasons and its too late to do so, even if the last two - three episodes change everything.
  31. SuperKev
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    First episode was strong and the next 4 were a little less exciting. Up to episode 7 I would have given a score of about 8 for the season or so. Then... episode's 8 and 9 came along - two masterworks. EP 8,9 get an 11 on a scale of 1-10. I think with this series we are witnessing something very rare in TV history - a TV series that is not cut and dry good vs. evil. Generally speaking youFirst episode was strong and the next 4 were a little less exciting. Up to episode 7 I would have given a score of about 8 for the season or so. Then... episode's 8 and 9 came along - two masterworks. EP 8,9 get an 11 on a scale of 1-10. I think with this series we are witnessing something very rare in TV history - a TV series that is not cut and dry good vs. evil. Generally speaking you never know who is goin down which is great story telling. I have read some of these reviews who are trying to compare the series plot point to plot point within the books - I humbly suggest you judge this on it's own merits. I have read the books - yes they are mostly great but this tv show stands alone in many, many great ways. Whoever did the casting on this should receive some sort of achievement award. These characters are spot on. Worth your time like no other show. Not for kids though.… Expand
  32. Octomort
    May 26, 2015
    5
    I have read the books and thought season 5 lives up to book 5, slow. It was my least favourite of them all. In the TV series I think some of the problem is that they have too few episodes to investigate and follow the individual plot lines properly, rather like LOTR being cut to 2, 2 hour films. It is also a very expensive show to produce and they need to reduce costs as much as possible.I have read the books and thought season 5 lives up to book 5, slow. It was my least favourite of them all. In the TV series I think some of the problem is that they have too few episodes to investigate and follow the individual plot lines properly, rather like LOTR being cut to 2, 2 hour films. It is also a very expensive show to produce and they need to reduce costs as much as possible. Dialogue is cheaper than action. The result is a lack of focus and direction which uses boobs and bums (no news there) to keep young male audience figures up (so to speak).

    Although I have not written reviews for the previous seasons I would have scored them 7 to 9 ( I never give a 10 because nothing is perfect). This season I mark down because just as I am engaging comfortably with a set of characters, they swap to a new set of characters. Dis-jointed character continuity.

    I get the impression that they are saving the budget for a crash bang wallop last two episodes.

    I have read on a couple of posts, not just here but elsewhere that it is surprising the author agrees to this change or that change compared to the books. I cannot think of an example where the author had any direct say in decision making once they had signed the original contract to transfer from book to TV or film. I am not criticising those posters just hoping to clarify a point.    … Expand
  33. Orhan
    Jun 12, 2015
    10
    Every part of this series is more than a movie in cinema. You must keep every season in your library this will be a classic. The most beutiful part is you cant guess what will be next..
  34. kresa3333
    May 23, 2015
    8
    Great show, My only issue with it as with the earlier seasons is the fact that they are only doing 10 episodes for each. Why its a bad thing? Because the books contain crazy amount of "data" and its impossible to turn it into 10 episodes without having some side effects like the feeling that there is not enough depth into all of the characters in the show, and some difficulty to followGreat show, My only issue with it as with the earlier seasons is the fact that they are only doing 10 episodes for each. Why its a bad thing? Because the books contain crazy amount of "data" and its impossible to turn it into 10 episodes without having some side effects like the feeling that there is not enough depth into all of the characters in the show, and some difficulty to follow because of the many jumps from one to the other ( its easier to deal with in the books since unlike in the series the books go deep into the details and let you get attached alot easier.
    Conclusion : I think a series of this scale should have been at least 15-16 episodes, but i am guessing that the main problem is the budget?    … Expand
  35. Oziris
    Jun 15, 2015
    10
    This season will be remembered as the controversial one. The last three episodes are probably the best stretch of episodes I've ever seen on TV. Incredible stuff. I really loved Season 5, it's my second favorite behind Season 4.
  36. Aesteril
    Jun 16, 2015
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Cons- Poor Character Development on new characters (Dorne)
    -Story that drags on at some bits, and then speeds up
    - actions of some characters that go against common sense
    ex. (Stannis's behavior this season on acquiring the Iron throne, and then securing it with a l family lineage).
    Sand Snakes attitude toward their own King, their foolish form of "revenge"
    -Not enough screen time for a season with so many characters

    Pros
    -Excellent execution of a 20 minute battle scene
    - Problems Westeros is facing is made clear
    - Some excellent dialogue among old characters
    - some very emotional and powerful scenes (Cersei)    … Expand
  37. einzelwolf
    Jun 2, 2015
    9
    For all the dull moments of previous chapters Ep. 08 has raised the bar once again. We are in for an extremely good end of season if this pace maintains.
  38. jesseurbancsik
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    How does this series keep doing amazing things? Great performances, new original material, and Cersei Lannister being the craziest keeps all the audiences coming back!
  39. JamesCannon
    Jun 19, 2015
    8
    While this show is still the best thing going on TV, this season was a slight step backwards. I am not familiar with the books so I cannot really comment on the changes, though I do plan to get into them once the series is finished. Dramatically though this is easily one of the weaker seasons. The only two interesting story lines were the brotherhood watch and the Dynerries dragonWhile this show is still the best thing going on TV, this season was a slight step backwards. I am not familiar with the books so I cannot really comment on the changes, though I do plan to get into them once the series is finished. Dramatically though this is easily one of the weaker seasons. The only two interesting story lines were the brotherhood watch and the Dynerries dragon drama, and they really didn't get that interesting until the final three episodes. Everything else kind of fizzled. Where previous seasons you had at least a good 4 or 5 story lines all told extremely with terrific verve and suspense.… Expand
  40. callumjsouth
    Aug 6, 2015
    8
    As consistent as ever, however the first half of the season is consistent at being okay and little more. Whilst this easily picks up in the second half, I was disappointed to see so many episodes just tick a few boxes early on. I can excuse this later down the line as we are treated to so many shocking moments that you must take the time to catch your breath. So much anticipation isAs consistent as ever, however the first half of the season is consistent at being okay and little more. Whilst this easily picks up in the second half, I was disappointed to see so many episodes just tick a few boxes early on. I can excuse this later down the line as we are treated to so many shocking moments that you must take the time to catch your breath. So much anticipation is finally released towards this season's end as so many moments have been long awaited, be it riding dragons, fighting the dead or two major characters finally coming face to face. Whilst it may have taken awhile for some of these occurrences the time makes the impact of them much greater. A nurtured season feeds our desire for drama, death and sex and we are finally left not really knowing what to expect in the future, especially now that the show has caught up with the books.… Expand
  41. naveedesahar
    Jun 18, 2015
    6
    This season simply failed to deliver quality entertainment. Bad pacing, no story building before executing a major action, bad direction, bad writing and untimely deaths of major characters made this season boring. Thanks to 'Hardhome' and 'The Dance of Dragons', it managed to make average score in my book.
  42. OpinionatedGuy
    Jun 20, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As the show is now going on a different direction from its source material, the fifth season of Game of Thrones is still entertaining to watch. Although, there were a couple of things from this season that are quite flawed.

    Rating: 8.5/10

    Pros:
    +Daenerys and Tyrion meeting each other in the flesh is the best thing to come out from this season.
    +While it is slow, it's nice to see Arya in the backseat a litle while still managing to be a kickas character this season.
    +This season is quite heavy on the Night's Watch vs. The Wildings vs. The Night Walkers which is a good thing as this peaked Jon Snow's character development.
    +We get to see The White Walkers in full action. My god, **** is going down.

    Neutral:
    .I have mixed feelings on how the show executed the world of Drone. I liked it but it would have done better if the show went with the book's direction.
    .I also have mixed feelings on the Cersei's plot arc this season. While the character development for Cersei is solid, I can't help but think Cersei's decision to have the ISIS-like group to rule over Westeros came from flawed logic.

    Cons:
    -The entire Jaime plot arc this season camed from a very flawed logic and only caused more unnecessary drama.
    -The Sand Snakes had great potential to be kickass female characters. Unfortunately, they became very bland "ARGH I AM STRONG AND A WOMAN" one dimensional characters that lacked depth.
    -The writers direction with continuing Sansa as a victim instead of her having a strong character development irritates me. I thought we were promised a more manipulative Sansa but alas, we see Sansa getting more **** than she deserves.

    Favorite Episodes (ranked from most favorite to least favorite):
    Hardhome (E08)
    The Dance of the Dragons (E09)
    Mother’s Mercy (E10)
    The Wars to Come (E01)
    The House of Black and White (E02)
    Sons of the Harpy (E04)    … Expand
  43. fbtimes
    Jun 17, 2015
    9
    Season five of Game of Thrones wastes no time getting started, and throughout its run, manages to shock, unnerve, and intrigue. This show will likely be labelled a classic upon completion.
  44. Ariel90
    Aug 3, 2015
    5
    As a super-book fan I was impressed with the last season (4), this one tough was a failure in many ways, first the changes were not up to par with the original story, and second some new characters were some of the worst in got history (sand snakes). Episode 8 was probably the best of the series but it's far for redeeming this season.
  45. SmilingSword
    Jun 23, 2015
    8
    Right it is a great show, an amazing show, but the deviations from the book are really starting to hurt it. Where are the Ironborn? where is the Kingsmoot? Why did they do so very little with the Dorne storyline? The missing characters, so much they could of done.
    Still great for what it is, but it could of been much better.
  46. KingCrimsonfan
    Apr 24, 2021
    10
    This season was great. You know some book readers complaint about everything after season 4 but the show is still great in this place, Love it
  47. Demorase
    May 22, 2015
    5
    The first 4 episodes were really good, and then it became completely boring and nonsensical.

    For example, why would Sansa willingly sign up to get raped by marrying a monster like Ramsay when she has nothing to gain from it? It makes no sense, which is not surprising since the whole thing was made up. The storyline with Arya is beyond boring too and is going nowhere, and Kingslanding    The first 4 episodes were really good, and then it became completely boring and nonsensical.

    For example, why would Sansa willingly sign up to get raped by marrying a monster like Ramsay when she has nothing to gain from it? It makes no sense, which is not surprising since the whole thing was made up.

    The storyline with Arya is beyond boring too and is going nowhere, and Kingslanding is empty with just Cersei doing silly things with no one left to interact with her since every interesting character is dead or gone by now.    … Expand
  48. badd3vil
    May 19, 2015
    3
    worst season. From beginning of 4th season i cannt see any logic. All heroes have superpowers - can fight with whole army. Why Ned was so weak? Also i try to find some sense in Sansa's line.. and.. its gone . Books are better.
  49. Terraapex
    Jun 14, 2015
    10
    Another fantastic season! Not the best. Maybe below season 4. The end actually had me in tears. Not many shows have done that. We got sad moments, a epic/scary battle sequence, bad guys finally getting what they deserve, and of course, the good guys always dieing. Also some very intriguing character meetups. Another amazing season from the best show on TV.
  50. BloodnHonour
    May 7, 2015
    10
    This show is AMAZING! It must've been incredibly difficult for Weiss and Benioff to keep all the characters interesting due to their brand new storylines, for example Brienne and Jaime. However, after 4 episodes it's quite clear to see season 5 means business from The Wall to Dorne with everything now really beginning to kick off. Even characters who's stories I thought were getting a bitThis show is AMAZING! It must've been incredibly difficult for Weiss and Benioff to keep all the characters interesting due to their brand new storylines, for example Brienne and Jaime. However, after 4 episodes it's quite clear to see season 5 means business from The Wall to Dorne with everything now really beginning to kick off. Even characters who's stories I thought were getting a bit boring (Jon Snow and Daenerys) are now some of the most exciting! My only complaint might be that there's not enough Tyrion, because I need the Dinklage! But that is easily coated over with great intrigue on what will happen next with everything from King's Landing to Meereen and even Winterfell (also the fact that there is no Bran and very little Theon makes this season a plus too!) This season has the makings to surpass the last four, although in my mind it will have to take something big to beat season 4. There is no doubt though that Game of Thrones still is the most exciting show on TV, WELL DONE HBO!… Expand
  51. derwolf12
    Apr 18, 2015
    9
    Peter Dinklage still stars Tyrion. Aidan Gillen still stars Little finger. that's why I still watch this show. Nothing more, nothing less. ..............
  52. JohnMasterL
    May 7, 2015
    10
    Perfecta, emocionante, increíble, violenta, épica, intensa, divertida, interesante, poderosa, erótica y mágica. la 5ta temporada es una obra maestra que te dejara sin palabras.
  53. Jaguar84
    May 10, 2015
    3
    Season 5 is the most boring to date (thru episode 5, and there's only 8 episodes?). They're rehashing the same storylines, and it's obvious the season is just a stalling season.
  54. erfanj
    May 22, 2015
    10
    Game of Thrones is once again back with great houses of Westeros struggling to take control. Reviewing this season, it can clearly be mentioned that the fifth one stays true to the roots and origins of the series. Although there were some changes in story elements from the book, it can still be fantastic and full of cliff-hangers. The explicit scenes are still present and you can witness aGame of Thrones is once again back with great houses of Westeros struggling to take control. Reviewing this season, it can clearly be mentioned that the fifth one stays true to the roots and origins of the series. Although there were some changes in story elements from the book, it can still be fantastic and full of cliff-hangers. The explicit scenes are still present and you can witness a lot of fighting from the very beginning. Now we only have to see how they're going to end this season.… Expand
  55. TheQuietGamer
    Apr 27, 2015
    9
    The fifth season has slowed things down a bit. At least as far as these first three episodes are concerned. Things aren't happening at the rapid fire pace of the last seasons. Plotlines have been stretched out for quite a few episodes, which can lead to this season feeling like it's kind of dragging things out.

    However none of that changes the fact that the writing is still fantastic.    The fifth season has slowed things down a bit. At least as far as these first three episodes are concerned. Things aren't happening at the rapid fire pace of the last seasons. Plotlines have been stretched out for quite a few episodes, which can lead to this season feeling like it's kind of dragging things out.

    However none of that changes the fact that the writing is still fantastic. Even in it's slowest moments Game of Thrones is still compelling. The fleshed out characters, immaculate bits of dialog, and growth of the world with new characters and factions keep the show on top. It's also still not afraid to kill off some characters.

    These first three episodes have established it as the slowest season thus far, but the shear high-quality of it means that it's not a bad thing. Game of Thrones is still mesmerizing even in it's slower moments and the promise of big things to come in the later episodes keeps me invested. It's one of, if not the, best shows out there right now. As always it's an absolute must watch.

    *If I find the show has changed in quality (either for the better or the worse) as the season progresses I will update my review at that time. As of right now though consider this my definitive review.    … Expand
  56. DaChunK
    May 15, 2015
    9
    Seriously love this show. HUGE disappointment for those that have read all the books (which I have), as many, many major plot lines have been changed, characters died that should not have, marriages made that should not have been and they skipped entire sequences I thought Integral for for world development.

    Still highly recommended, just don't expect that the creators of the show will    Seriously love this show. HUGE disappointment for those that have read all the books (which I have), as many, many major plot lines have been changed, characters died that should not have, marriages made that should not have been and they skipped entire sequences I thought Integral for for world development.

    Still highly recommended, just don't expect that the creators of the show will follow the great stories contained in the books. It's a shame, for if they did, I feel it would have made the show even better. I'm pretty sure they are already planning to go it on their own if they reach the point of this 6th book and it's still not written.

    Enjoy the ride and don't be attached to anybody as per usual. :-)    … Expand
  57. Nikola
    Jun 24, 2015
    10
    I think that this season is better than previous one.
    Thing which can disturb GRRM novels fans which also watch tv show
    is a spoilers for unpublished books, and differences between the novel and TV show.
    Since I am a big admirer of the series, eighter novels written by GRRM, I rate this show with biggest rate.
  58. MattBrady99
    Jun 16, 2015
    8
    Winter has come.

    Well season 5 of Game of Thrones has come to a end and I'm just going to say it, this is my least favorite season. I'm not saying that it's terrible or anything like that, this is still a good season but not the best one. You may disagree with me on this one, but I haven't seen anyone saying that this they favorite season, well must of the people are saying that this is    Winter has come.

    Well season 5 of Game of Thrones has come to a end and I'm just going to say it, this is my least favorite season. I'm not saying that it's terrible or anything like that, this is still a good season but not the best one. You may disagree with me on this one, but I haven't seen anyone saying that this they favorite season, well must of the people are saying that this is they least favorite one and they die hard fans of the show and so I'm I. These a lot of good and some flaws in this season.

    All the cast in the show all do fantastic as always. It's a big cast and me naming them off will take forever, but once again the biggest stand out was Tyrion Lannister played by Peter Dinklage and Jon Snow played by Kit Harington. Every since the beginning of the show they been impressing me with they outstanding performance's. Both of them are my favorite character's, until last nights episode when one of them got killed and if you seen the final episode of season 5 you will know what I mean. But anywhere all the cast did great.

    The best episode of season 5 and probably the whole season is the episode called Hardhome, Oh my god this episode was both intense and terrifying. The episode was nightmare worthy and freaked me out, I mean winter has came and it was scary as hell. And the episode has a scene with Tyrion and Daenery and they scene was my favorite between the two, I mean Tyrion putting some sense into her head is probably the best thing I've seen this season, because I was starting to hate Daenery a bit for everything she's done and how much of a terrible leader she is. I'm happy that Tyrion is there to tell her how you should do it.

    But this season has in my opinion the weakest episode in the whole season and that was Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken. I know some people hated that episode as well just because of that rape scene and I hear a lot of defending it by saying stupid things like: "Oh these been rape, beheading, people being cut in half and being burned alive in the past season's, but this is the episode where every lose they sh*t. It's fictional, it's not real, get over it". Okay let me just tell you this, to those who are defending the rape scene and saying get over you sound like a real ass hat for saying stupid sh*t like that, I mean get over it? rape isn't something to get over it, even it's frictional rape is still effective. Yes they was rape that happened before in the past seasons but that as well almost stopped me from watching it by watching the first episode of the first season. Now that's not the only thing why I think that episode was poor was because it was boring, dull and nothing special at all.

    Now overall I still think that is a good solid season, just not the best compared to the others.    … Expand
  59. Basquilly
    May 27, 2015
    7
    This season unfortunately is not living up to the thrill of the previous seasons, and certainly not the last season. It's all a bit dull, and there doesn't feel like there is anything really at stake. There have been no major plot points as in previous seasons. Without wanting to include spoilers, the two or three big moments thus far don't have any real affect on the story. My view ofThis season unfortunately is not living up to the thrill of the previous seasons, and certainly not the last season. It's all a bit dull, and there doesn't feel like there is anything really at stake. There have been no major plot points as in previous seasons. Without wanting to include spoilers, the two or three big moments thus far don't have any real affect on the story. My view of this season may yet change in the final few episodes, but considering those to come before it, this season hasn't had much to offer so far. Having said all that, it still manages to be one of the best tv shows out there (it's all relative).… Expand
  60. Sil3nt
    Jun 11, 2015
    9
    Perfect as always. Got 5 shows that benioff has that creativity to build a world as real as Jackson did in LOTR. The world is still real and lovely. However somethings are not as good as always. Story telling excluding Bren and North (except Boltons) or Aria getting boring. However the season lacks a thrill witch I hope would come in Episodes 8 to 10.
  61. HolyProphet
    Jun 25, 2015
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As much as it was my favorite show so far, it took a serious drop in my love ladder on this season.

    Most likely I enjoyed that Jon Snow died and I fear he will be resurrected by the red woman in the next season. I don't like the actor neither the "classic hero who can't lose against the bad guys". He's always acting with as much as bravery than stupidity and he always comes out victorious. Proof? He went right in the middle of the undead fight, killing one of the major undead when everyone else was getting killed easy. (I have to mention the girl who dies because she can't fight undead children made me facepalm a lot).

    Even tho, that's not the worst about this season. You get bored a lot over and over by the story of Samwell Tarly and his savage girl that nobody cares about. I mean, there are so many people living hard things in Westeros... Why in the hell do we have to care about the love between these 2. The girl is dumb as a stump but she is cute and he is brilliant but a fat lazy coward and boring person to listen to. Nothing worth showing as one of the main characters of a tv show.

    Both queens and one of the best knights got fooled by some naked religious fanatics and taken to jail... That makes absolutely no sense. How can anybody be dumb enough to let these guy just walk in the castle and grab everybody in there and how can Cersei be dumb enough to walk in their temple just to brag the other queen when her safety is not guaranteed by some guards or someone...

    The only good parts of this season in my opinion are, of course, the moments spent with Tyrion Lanister who is enjoyable to watch in every moment. This guy is just so charismatic that he could enjoy everyone just sitting in an empty room and drunk as a skunk. The other good moments are the moments spent with Bronn and Jaime Lanister, the whole thing going around their rescue mission is interesting and you just can't wait to know what will be the outcome of this situation.

    I was so bored with the action going with Daenerys, so much time spent around the rebellion in her camp when we totally skip the war between Stanis and house Bolton. I have been waiting for Stanis to die since season 2 and we don't even get to see his head rolling on the floor. We just watched Sir Barristan as he just got finally interesting, that was sad.

    And in the final, we barely seen Little fingers and it took years to see something interesting going on with Arya Stark. So the season ended and my friends and me were like what? Already episode 10? At this rate the season should be 20 or 30 episodes so we could see something interesting to really happen without waiting another year for the story to go on... I really hope for better content in the season 6 which, of course, I will still watch because I was really entertained before this disappointing season. I just hope we won't see much of Sam Tarly in the next season.    … Expand
  62. Prosmooth
    Apr 18, 2015
    6
    You know the drill by now. This show never grows or develops. Scene after scene of people talking **** about other people intercut with violence and boobs. Is it entertaining? Yes. Stop pretending that it's a top tier show though because it isn't.
  63. Kelembribor21
    Jun 17, 2015
    0
    This is worst season of Game of thrones series.
    Biggest divergence from books happen here , and show looses its spirit, sense and only gives shock factor.
    Two final episodes are the worst in the series. Dorne plot line horrible and also War in the north. Only some great performances manage to salvage this show and decent Hardhome episode Major fault lies in the show runners , and some    This is worst season of Game of thrones series.
    Biggest divergence from books happen here , and show looses its spirit, sense and only gives shock factor.
    Two final episodes are the worst in the series.
    Dorne plot line horrible and also War in the north.
    Only some great performances manage to salvage this show and decent Hardhome episode
    Major fault lies in the show runners , and some directors in my opinion , not actors or original author.

    I cannot recommend series to anyone , just read books it is much more satisfactory.    … Expand
  64. KaizerAlex
    Apr 13, 2015
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I guess I am tilting at windmills here, but I will try to explain why I think that Game of Thrones is not that perfect, especially in regard to the beginning of the fifth season.

    First things first, GoT is an exceptional experience. When you think that "the journey is the reward", then you will be (and possibly are) very happy with Game of Thrones. The action is very good, the sceneries are of a high quality, dragons are cool, the fights are well done, there are many characters to love and to hate.

    One thing that is missing and which is of high importance in a TV show is focus. Every TV show has to be focused on one or two aspects that lead the audience. If there is none, it may have big consequences. Take for example "House of Cards": From the beginning on, the audience is asking itself "What will happen to Frank Underwood? Will he reach his goals? For what cost?". Questions are these are posed by the TV show in order to give actions meaning. Without these questions we would not know whether the appearance of a new candidate is a good or bad thing. It would be just "something that happened". GoT is lacking such a question. In the first season, it was "Eddard Stark is the good guy, he is our guidance in evaluating the story, whether it is good or bad". Then he was beheaded and to be honest, that was a perfect moment: The show showed us that the questions we make up in our minds can be completely changed from one scene to another. Chaos is a very good thing in a world in which we are used to order. Even the Red Wedding was such a moment. However, after four seasons, it's just chaos without order. Is it good that Stannis wants to fight with the Wildlings? Is it good that Tyrion may team up with Khaleesi? Especially the last question will be answered by many with "Yes" - because everybody loves those two. However, is it right that the only indicator for evaluating those actions is our sympathy for the characters? At the latest from season 4, we learnt that it's just chaos. There is no endgame in it.

    Imagine the show ends with Khaleesi on the throne, her enemies defeated, the Lannisters dead. Khaleesi swears she will protect the poor, everything is fine. Is it really the end? It may be the end of the show, but definitely not of the whole story, of the universe of GoT. We would just know that there is somebody else out there wanting the throne, attacking her eventually. We will get an incomplete story. And that is because focus is missing.

    We could argue whether this is really important in a TV show. Whether a show really has to be defined by its red thread, by giving every scene a meaning in the endgame. I think it is important and Game of Thrones lost it during the third and fourth episode by providing chaos and no order.

    The first episode of the fifth season was a very weak one (for GoT standards!). It is unfortunate that the creators have to use the first episode of every season to remind everybody where every character is and what happened in the last seasons, especially with only 10 episodes á 45 minutes.

    Still, I have the feeling that now, after four seasons, the writers are heading towards the endgame. First alliances are made, a lot of different interest are tied together to only a few. Maybe at the end of the season we will be in for a big, all-encompassing fight. If the show succeeds in giving every past action (Robb Stark's dead for example) a meaning in the endgame, I will be impressed and very happy.

    tl;dr It's good. Just watch it, you will probably love it.    … Expand
  65. mosconstein
    Jul 2, 2015
    1
    Really?! How can you give such a high rating to such a stupid show?! It looks like a medieval beautiful. Characters are dull and stupid, the story itself is even non existent. Does this boobs-show deserve such a standing ovation ?
  66. googolendtimes
    Jun 16, 2015
    9
    Seasons 3 and 4 of "Game of Thrones" were such televisual powerhouses that I can't resist feeling as though season 5 is a step down. Whilst certainly not lacking in the gore, visual panache and terrific performances that have rightly made this show so popular, this season has been damaged by some pacing issues that have upset its flow, particularly when compared to the two immediatelySeasons 3 and 4 of "Game of Thrones" were such televisual powerhouses that I can't resist feeling as though season 5 is a step down. Whilst certainly not lacking in the gore, visual panache and terrific performances that have rightly made this show so popular, this season has been damaged by some pacing issues that have upset its flow, particularly when compared to the two immediately before it. Some of the show's most interesting characters spent too long with nothing to do in this season - Arya, Jaime and Tyrion, in particular, did not get treatments nearly as electrifying as they have had in seasons past.

    Nonetheless, "Game of Thrones" is still one of the most satisfying shows on television and from a technical standpoint, is unrivalled - its elaborate set pieces are rendered with a skill and attention to detail that is nothing short of breathtaking. And whilst I complain that season 5 overall has not matched the brilliance of seasons 3 and 4, fans - myself included - were still given more than their fair share of jaw-dropping moments. This season's finale in particular is television's most devastating hour since "Ozymandias" of "Breaking Bad." That said, these moments were so far spaced out (the bulk of them delivered in the final three episodes which were admittedly a stunning conclusion), it felt as though this season had a disproportionate amount of filler moments. And when the main course is so meaty, it becomes all the more noticeable when the filler isn't so filling.    … Expand
  67. CritiqueKAL
    Jun 3, 2015
    10
    Most of the tv shows I've seen tend to lose its strong plot line and exciting element of unpredictability as the series get mature except Game of Thrones. With almost five seasons through, everything seems to be in control. The character development of Sansa and Arya Stark, Jon Snow, and even Theon Greatjoy is such a clever way to hold its audience-hooking momentum. Winter-is-coming phraseMost of the tv shows I've seen tend to lose its strong plot line and exciting element of unpredictability as the series get mature except Game of Thrones. With almost five seasons through, everything seems to be in control. The character development of Sansa and Arya Stark, Jon Snow, and even Theon Greatjoy is such a clever way to hold its audience-hooking momentum. Winter-is-coming phrase might irate your ears, but the phrase itself wisely reveals what holds the upcoming episodes. Multiple angles of the story builds interest among its viewers.… Expand
  68. imthenoob
    Apr 15, 2019
    0
    While previous seasons have focused on a wide variety of characters, Season 5 is very limited and really just focuses on the same 5 people (Tyrion, Sansa, Cersei, Jaime, and Daenerys) and not much of else. The storyline is painfully slow and unrewarding for the time put into them over the course of the season. A lot of characters show-cased in previous seasons have very limited screenWhile previous seasons have focused on a wide variety of characters, Season 5 is very limited and really just focuses on the same 5 people (Tyrion, Sansa, Cersei, Jaime, and Daenerys) and not much of else. The storyline is painfully slow and unrewarding for the time put into them over the course of the season. A lot of characters show-cased in previous seasons have very limited screen time. House Martell has been totally axed from the show, aside from two 3-4 minute scenes the whole season, and I feel like that's more than likely a budget issue rather than a story issue and it freaking sucks. Especially when there are so many rich characters in Dorne but they're all so poorly used.

    Season 5 is a mess. A total and utter mess.    … Expand
  69. ADTruMan
    Jun 15, 2015
    8
    I am giving this 8/10 because first 7 episodes are lazy and not so interesting. But I do like the finale and it deserve 10/10 rating. Finale is amazing and it has lots of twists. Season's Finale is the best episode of the season. Overall the whole season is mediocre at best, most of the episodes are boring.This season is least best of all other seasons. Now, I think that book is moreI am giving this 8/10 because first 7 episodes are lazy and not so interesting. But I do like the finale and it deserve 10/10 rating. Finale is amazing and it has lots of twists. Season's Finale is the best episode of the season. Overall the whole season is mediocre at best, most of the episodes are boring.This season is least best of all other seasons. Now, I think that book is more interesting then TV series.… Expand
  70. jerkwheat
    Jun 15, 2015
    9
    Season Five concluded last night with episode ten ("Mother's Mercy"), and while it may not have been the best episode this season, it was certainly one to remember. I don't think the audience has been so polarized and shaken during the final two minutes of an episode since The Red Wedding happened.

    I'll avoid spoilers here, but this show loves killing off main characters in a brutal and    Season Five concluded last night with episode ten ("Mother's Mercy"), and while it may not have been the best episode this season, it was certainly one to remember. I don't think the audience has been so polarized and shaken during the final two minutes of an episode since The Red Wedding happened.

    I'll avoid spoilers here, but this show loves killing off main characters in a brutal and emotionally draining manner and I can't get enough of it.    … Expand
  71. thebomb
    Apr 24, 2015
    10
    Season 5 is, just like the previous ones, outstanding. The show profits more than ever from its huge budget , which makes GoT a visual spectacle - no other TV series comes close! The intelligent dialogue along with the twists and turns within the plot will keep you interested for every single minute of every single episode.

    The fantastic thing about GoT is that you don't have to be a    Season 5 is, just like the previous ones, outstanding. The show profits more than ever from its huge budget , which makes GoT a visual spectacle - no other TV series comes close! The intelligent dialogue along with the twists and turns within the plot will keep you interested for every single minute of every single episode.

    The fantastic thing about GoT is that you don't have to be a fantasy fan to enjoy this. Simply one of the best book adaptations to date and, moreover, one of the best TV series(if not the best)!    … Expand
  72. borjalopez
    Jun 16, 2015
    10
    There's no doubt. Game of Thrones is the best current TV show. I think Season 5 was really good. You can compare this show to another, and you'll GoT is better. But it's true, I am disappointed by the pacing and the events that happens in this season. That's because Season 4 was one of the best achievements in TV History, and Season 5 sucks next to 4. But it had great moments and two ofThere's no doubt. Game of Thrones is the best current TV show. I think Season 5 was really good. You can compare this show to another, and you'll GoT is better. But it's true, I am disappointed by the pacing and the events that happens in this season. That's because Season 4 was one of the best achievements in TV History, and Season 5 sucks next to 4. But it had great moments and two of the best episodes of the show: "Hardhome" and "The Dance of Dragons".
    I have to praise the performances by Lena Headey, Iain Glen, Sophie Turner, Peter Dinklage and Maisie Williams.
    So, Season 5 is a great season that any TV Series wish to have, but it's not as amazing as Season 4.    … Expand
  73. TheBadTouch
    Jun 10, 2015
    10
    HBO has created a series that has my full attention. HBO`s interpretation of the relationships that R.R. Martin has created in his novels is noteworthy. Not only am I captivated by the fantasy aspect of the series, but its display of the things that bind us, love and hate and all the things in between. I look forward to the next episode.
  74. CheryLuna
    May 18, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Season 5 of Game of Thrones has been the "cliff-hanger" of all time. However, I am not pleased with Sansa Stark getting raped. She needed to be the one protected through all this. It made my blood boil. While I am watching these episodes, nothing else matters. House cold burn down around me as long as I get to watch Game of Thrones. It has been way too long for a show to come along that captivates like this one does, Hard to wait for the next episode. Way to go!… Expand
  75. Mooltee
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    (Sorry for bad English) I Saw this show from where it started ! i didnt like Season 1 that much but after season 2 and 3 this show became one of my best TV shows ! Characters are awesome and story is really good ! season 4 was the best season of this show , Someone say that season 5 is really boring or something that it isnt as awesome as season 4 ! but i think with these 3 last episodes(Sorry for bad English) I Saw this show from where it started ! i didnt like Season 1 that much but after season 2 and 3 this show became one of my best TV shows ! Characters are awesome and story is really good ! season 4 was the best season of this show , Someone say that season 5 is really boring or something that it isnt as awesome as season 4 ! but i think with these 3 last episodes everything will change ! and after all they are doing a great job ! turning a book with all of those emotions and things into a 10 episodes is realy hard but they did it great… Expand
  76. ahnehnois
    May 18, 2015
    9
    The show is still going strong, and several characters meeting who haven't met before has shaken things up. The production values remain as superlative as ever, including the new Dornish lands.

    The Dornish, though, are this season's weak point. There just isn't enough time for them to make an impact, and when the Sand Snakes are finally put to the test, they were embarrassingly campy.    The show is still going strong, and several characters meeting who haven't met before has shaken things up. The production values remain as superlative as ever, including the new Dornish lands.

    The Dornish, though, are this season's weak point. There just isn't enough time for them to make an impact, and when the Sand Snakes are finally put to the test, they were embarrassingly campy. Every time one of them speaks, Oberyn rolls over in his grave. I haven't read the books, but I hope they die or get shipped off somewhere sometime soon.

    The stronger performers though, the ones whose characters are still alive, are still knocking it out of the park, and the show has finally begun to emphasize its religious element through the compelling High Sparrow character. There are still enough existing characters that there just isn't enough time for all of them. I guess the show needs another massacre, but that's the GoT way. It'll be worth watching when it comes.    … Expand
  77. JessieAng
    Apr 16, 2015
    9
    I think the highlight of the episode was Daenerys, The Mother Of Dragons trembled at the sight of what her "kids" had turned into, Monsters seems like a suitable word as any. Emilia Clarke plays both a powerful and at the same time innocent character quite nicely, And Daenerys is a strong candidate to take the iron throne.
    season 5 is great, but because of the leaked episodes, i'll just    I think the highlight of the episode was Daenerys, The Mother Of Dragons trembled at the sight of what her "kids" had turned into, Monsters seems like a suitable word as any. Emilia Clarke plays both a powerful and at the same time innocent character quite nicely, And Daenerys is a strong candidate to take the iron throne.
    season 5 is great, but because of the leaked episodes, i'll just be waiting for episode 5 then goo.gl/d0yIne    … Expand
  78. audiojackie
    Apr 19, 2015
    10
    "I like this guy. Oh he is dead. NOO" almost in every season some good character dies and it is why you should watch it, also can you read a book. A lot of story lines and characters + amazing decorations and graphics = one of the best tf shows ever
  79. xd9
    Apr 17, 2015
    0
    One of the worst shows is even worse. Creators done the impossible and overcome terrible last season. Perfect spitting originals. Be the warning terrible actor, screenplay and direction.
  80. nicholasbert
    Jul 1, 2015
    7
    As Game of Thrones - the show - approaches an inevitably stale point (if George Martin doesn't publish the next book in the next couple of months, what is HBO going to do?) and further deviates from the original story, it's still consistent in its intent: it doesn't bend its knees to the ongoing outrage for some themes (chiefly violence) and it refuses to have the usual good-evil dicotomy,As Game of Thrones - the show - approaches an inevitably stale point (if George Martin doesn't publish the next book in the next couple of months, what is HBO going to do?) and further deviates from the original story, it's still consistent in its intent: it doesn't bend its knees to the ongoing outrage for some themes (chiefly violence) and it refuses to have the usual good-evil dicotomy, so profoundly instilled in most fantasy stories. As I've said before, this is not the show's merit, but rather the books' - and, to be fair, the willingness of the producers to respect the source material.

    Season 5 was not as exciting as, say, the first three, but still more captivating than the fourth, and it really feels like something big is going to happen next - if and only if season 6 will be following book 6, which isn't out yet.    … Expand
  81. genericusename
    Jun 21, 2015
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'll be honest, this show's starting to lose me. Bad writing and acting with the Dorne plot, especially the Sand Snakes. Stannis's out of character moment burning his daughter (as a book reader, I had to cringe there). There were still good things. The Battle of Hardhome alone brings my opinion of this season up. Dany and Tyrion meeting was gold, and Cersei's plot was very well done. I am sticking around, but I pray to the Seven Gods that next season is much better.… Expand
  82. das_gute
    May 19, 2015
    8
    The first episode is not as strong as many of the season openers and feels like it was trying to half wrap things up from last season. It eventually picks up immediately and the schemes, the plots, the intrigue and action follow expectations. Yet another season of great television.
  83. josesueiro
    Apr 21, 2016
    10
    Game of Thrones is an American fantasy television series produced by the HBO cable network. It is based on the novel series A Song of Ice and Fire, written by George R.R. Martin who serves as a producer, creative consultant and scriptwriter on the television series. David Benioff and D.B. Weiss created the television series and serve as executive producers, showrunners and the main writers.
  84. weirdcryo
    Nov 28, 2015
    4
    The story just got boring after lot of epicness season after season, right now everything related to the plot just seems "unnecessary prolonged" and when something really happens it feels like something that we already saw in past season plus bad special effects and poorly performed action scenes.
    Lot of people hyped about a couple of scenes that "saved the season", personally I found    The story just got boring after lot of epicness season after season, right now everything related to the plot just seems "unnecessary prolonged" and when something really happens it feels like something that we already saw in past season plus bad special effects and poorly performed action scenes.
    Lot of people hyped about a couple of scenes that "saved the season", personally I found them not worthy of the show I was used to see, specially the fights because to be honest never like most of GoT special effects.    … Expand
  85. Wkffl
    Apr 23, 2015
    8
    Its drama is quite good i actually felt invested in the characters and wanted them to succeed (which is more then i can say for other shows), characters are quite nice and none of them feel like they have a flat personality, The sword battles are cool looking and you can tell they have quite a bit of money behind them, Sets are nice and so is the atmosphere when a character is in the snowIts drama is quite good i actually felt invested in the characters and wanted them to succeed (which is more then i can say for other shows), characters are quite nice and none of them feel like they have a flat personality, The sword battles are cool looking and you can tell they have quite a bit of money behind them, Sets are nice and so is the atmosphere when a character is in the snow you can almost feel the coldness.… Expand
  86. fbtimesofficial
    Jul 25, 2015
    9
    Season five of Game of Thrones wastes no time getting started, and throughout its run, manages to shock, unnerve, and intrigue. This show will likely be labelled a classic upon completion.
  87. Hemp316
    Sep 7, 2015
    8
    Without revealing Spoilers I will say that this particular Season has An extremely slow buildup.A lot of the plots from the last Season goes mostly unfinished and mostly unexplored almost until the last half the Season.Though they nice build up slowly and with interesting revelations and twists you never saw coming.If you expect Action it's there,but on and off until one key episode whereWithout revealing Spoilers I will say that this particular Season has An extremely slow buildup.A lot of the plots from the last Season goes mostly unfinished and mostly unexplored almost until the last half the Season.Though they nice build up slowly and with interesting revelations and twists you never saw coming.If you expect Action it's there,but on and off until one key episode where the Show makes it up to you in spades.As for Deaths-well without saying too much they are shocking when key characters of the show die,but I will assure you the great majority of them come from out of the blue.I wouldn't say for sure it was the Season I expected,but I believe leads the next Season with some of the last story arcs of the series.Overall,to Me even though I wouldn't say it was the best Season of the series.I will say that it is the best buildup of any show ever conceived for A Television series.So,watch this Season,don't be disappointed with whatever expectations you might have had and take it for it's merits and be pumped up for A future iconic next Season to come.… Expand
  88. manningn15
    Apr 17, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Even when I think that this show can't get better it gets better and it is still my 2nd favorite tv show of all time. The lead acting performances from Peter Dinklage, Maisie Williams, Kit Harington, Emilia Clarke, Gwendoline Christie, Iwan Rheon, Sophie Turner, Lena Headey, Natalie Dormer, and Alfie Allen were excellent and the supporting performances from Jerome Flynn, Tom Wlaschiha, Conleth Hill, Stephen Dillane, John Bradley, Diana Rigg, Aidan Gillen, Dean-Charles Chapman, Rosabell Laurenti Sellers, Hannah Murray, Daniel Portman, Ian Whyte, Nathalie Emmanuel, Iain Glen, Tara Fitzgerald, Jonathan Pryce, and Indira Varma were fantastic. The storytelling and writing this season was wonderful. The fighting and battle scenes were awesome especially the battle in the Daznak Pit between the Unsullied and Drogon against the Sons of the Harpy, the battle between the Wildlings against the Wight's, the battle between the Sons of the Harpy against the Unsullied, the fight between Jorah against the other fighters in the Daznak Pit, and the fight between Jaime and Bron against the Dorne soldiers. The visual effects were outstanding this season especially Daenerys riding on Drogon, Drogon the Dragon, and the Skeleton Wights and the undead. The makeup effects were terrific especially the Night King, the undead people, the White Walkers, and Wun Wun the Giant. The props, costumes, and accessories were splendid especially all of the weapons used (especially Jon Snows sword Longclaw), all of Emilia Clarke's outfits, and Daenerys silver Dragon necklace. The music and score in this season was great as all of the music and scores in the other seasons have been. The last scene was good but it is my least favorite last scene but it did have a great shock factor. Overall this was another A+ season of Game of Thrones.… Expand
  89. Felindie
    Jul 15, 2019
    7
    As soon as 'Game of Thrones' becomes a global phenomenon, the plot started to shank. Season five has by far the worst storyline till now.
  90. drlowdon
    Apr 17, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Thus far Game of Thrones has done a great job of fleshing out such a huge cast of characters but, for arguably the first time in the shows run, this fifth season started to show a few cracks. It still mostly made for a great watch, and you won't find anything like the white walker attack on the wilding camp in other series, but there were too many story-lines that just seemed to go nowhere (Including almost everything that happens in Dorne) and scenes such as Ramsay's attack on Sansa seemed unnecessary.

    Season six will be the first time in which the show has moved ahead of the books so it'll be interesting to see what effect that has. With the end game now in sight however (rumours suggest there will be just 3 more seasons) I'm hopeful the writers will stop spinning their wheels and move events forward at a better pace.    … Expand
  91. chughead
    Jun 28, 2015
    9
    This is Harry Potter for grown ups on steroids, combined with elements of Lord of the Rings and Star Wars. GOT is not just a TV show; it's a culture and purpose in a search for meaning! The characters have grown, evolved and adapted. New players have great chemistry, while making their place to shine. The Lannister's are being humbled away from power, while the Snow's make their rise. TheThis is Harry Potter for grown ups on steroids, combined with elements of Lord of the Rings and Star Wars. GOT is not just a TV show; it's a culture and purpose in a search for meaning! The characters have grown, evolved and adapted. New players have great chemistry, while making their place to shine. The Lannister's are being humbled away from power, while the Snow's make their rise. The Targaryen kingdom is becoming compromised.… Expand
  92. Spedattack
    Jun 23, 2016
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game of Thrones is my favorite TV show of all-time. It has always been filled with memorable and well-written characters as well as some truly magnificent story-telling. As much as I wanted to say that this season was the best, I would say now it is the worst. I am not by any means saying that this was a bad season, but it just wasn't as good as it should have been.
    After the good guys made a bit of a come-back last season, we start the season right where the last one left off. Tyrion is on the run after killing his father, the Lannisters are licking their wounds, Dany is still adjusting to ruling, the Boltons still rule the North with an iron fist, Sansa is still living with Littlefinger, and Jon continues his watch at the Wall while Stannis Baratheon prepares to march on Winterfell from there.
    This show does provide some great character moments and interesting storylines, but this was the first season I felt that they gave us way too many boring and uninteresting storylines. Almost nothing was interesting about Kings Landing or Mereen in the first half of the season. But by far the biggest gripe I have is with the Dorne storyline. A poorly-written, horribly-directed, terribly-acted, and down-right BORING setting. However, the storylines happening in the North and at the Wall make the first episodes watchable.
    However, the last half of the season managed to undo some of the damage of the first with some truly excellent episodes like Hardhome and Mother's Mercy. While also giving us some truly shocking and heartbreaking moments only Game of Thrones can give us.
    To wrap this up, Season 5 is not a bad season. However, it is a step-back for the series that up until now only went forward. A boring first half is not acceptable for a show like Game of Thrones, but it is some-what overshadowed by good storytelling in the second half.
    Positive:
    +A great second-half
    +The North and The Wall storylines
    +Hardhome
    Negative:
    -Lackluster first half
    -Dorne storyline
    -Too many boring moments    … Expand
  93. Miljac
    Jul 11, 2015
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game of Thrones has officially peaked... in season 4. Coming out of a good season, season 5 started off really slow and without much direction. And seeing as how it ended, I can say that many of the progress happening during season 5 was actually now pretty pointless. Not to be too negative, this season had it fair share of shocks and fun moments, most of which happened in the last three episodes.
    The show hurts from having focused on too many characters, like Sam who is a fun supporting character (really really fun), but giving him his own little story fell short, as I was bored every time I saw him with Gilly. Some leading stories were not as interesting as they should be, like with Arya. Most of the season I had no desire of watching her story, even though the story with Arya and a Faceless man in season two was one of my favorites and I was really excited when I heard it was coming back. The Wall (aside from the final two episodes), Dorne... it was all dragging and it was not all that interesting to me.
    Positives of the season was definitely Sansa and her return to Winterfell. Sansa became a real favorite character of mine even during season 4 (where I felt she changed in the midst of being free from the Lannisters). Tyrion was another positive thing, mostly because he's an awesome character, played by an awesome actor. But watching him meet Danaerys and worming his way into her world was interesting. And also Cersei... watching her be the Queen **** pulling strings and ruining lives, just to have her own being crumbled and thrown into mud was really well done and I am looking forward to seeing her revenge.    … Expand
  94. TheApplegnome
    Jul 9, 2015
    7
    The realistic, bloody and beloved characteristic tv-show continues with its stunning action-sequences, unpredictable storylines and cheerful entertainment. It's especially fun to see events that began in the first season come to an end. The show got its up and downs, but this fifth installment is one of the best to date. Sure it's still an overrated show due to it's too big focus onThe realistic, bloody and beloved characteristic tv-show continues with its stunning action-sequences, unpredictable storylines and cheerful entertainment. It's especially fun to see events that began in the first season come to an end. The show got its up and downs, but this fifth installment is one of the best to date. Sure it's still an overrated show due to it's too big focus on characters and boring dialogs. But it's the one aspect that really makes the show great and beloved; I really love the characters. I might not have enjoyed the new character introductions as in the previous seasons, but it's still highly enjoyable! I can't wait for the continuation next year and I hope they can develop the story even more. My overall rating for each episode is 6.91, and even though it really is an overrated show am I giving it a 7/10.

    7/10    … Expand
  95. cricketeer
    Jul 24, 2015
    7
    This Season was mixed with great moments as well as some which make you wonder whether this is really the show which put millions of viewers who hadn't read the books in despair time and time again.
    The story focuses on some new characters this season but watching any of them in action is as boring as watching water condense on soda can on a hot day.
    But on the other hand, new    This Season was mixed with great moments as well as some which make you wonder whether this is really the show which put millions of viewers who hadn't read the books in despair time and time again.
    The story focuses on some new characters this season but watching any of them in action is as boring as watching water condense on soda can on a hot day.

    But on the other hand, new developments make the big few characters who have been in the limelight for the previous seasons get into some very interesting scenarios and their stories progress with decent enough pace to keep you hooked to this season as well.
    This season particularly had some hilariously bad fight sequences as well as some great ones, some truly boring characters and the big few carrying the season on their shoulders.

    Although this season may be the weakest of the five seasons, perhaps second only to the first it still is worth checking out as both the show's (arguably) worst and best episodes are in this season. And as always, I can't wait for the next season!    … Expand
  96. eagleeyeviking
    Jul 27, 2016
    7
    The last 3 episodes save an otherwise underwhelming season of Game of Thrones. While the stakes are higher this time, the show feels episodic at this point and the subplots aren't as interesting as it were in past seasons.
  97. johnbobs1
    Dec 2, 2015
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the most redeeming qualities of Game of Thrones over the seasons has been the fact that plenty of major characters, good and bad, have come and gone. You can never be quite sure just who will bite off more than they can chew and pay the price.
    As you may recall, several major characters found themselves six feet under after season four, including King Joffrey and the mighty Tywin Lannister himself. While this made season four one of the most memorable series, it does have an effect in the quality and interest of some of the plot lines in series five.
    With some of the show's most notable faces gone, it's not until the final few episodes of the season that things really get going, which is a little frustrating.
    Most notably, storylines such as Bronn and Jamie's trip to Dorne to rescue Myrcella and Arya's training at the House of Black and White provide precious little excitement and crawl along too slowly until the latter episodes. The final three or four episodes are however highly eventful and among the best Game of Thrones episodes we've seen so far. The threat of the white walkers rears it's head in epic style in the battle of Hardome, notable faces in Kings Landing are imprisoned for past sins, and things really kick off in Mereen with Daenerys and her Dragons. All of this is excellently well filmed and staged as well.
    However, while some of the show's biggest faces are still around; Jon Snow at Castle Black, Cersei Lannister, Daenerys, Sansa, Ramsay Bolton, to name but a few; You can't help but feel that overall, something might be missing, and that this is something of a transitional series for the show. But after viewing the final few episodes, I'm convinced that next series will be something special.    … Expand
  98. jackaz15
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Complete with a host of exotic new locations, Season 5 of Game of Thrones delves deeper into uncharted TV territory in its darkest, most sharply plotted, and most thematic installment thus far, but it must do right by its female characters if it wants to continue its upward trend.
  99. AliceofX
    Jun 12, 2019
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is where things started to go down. Instead of kings fighting one another we have Jaime trying to rescue Marcella, the sparrows, whatever Arya was doing in Braavos. Who cares? And did they just completely forget about Bran?… Expand
  100. LatinCritic13
    May 6, 2019
    9
    Season five is here and it still haven’t lost its touch, but the writing of this show feels a little off but still maintains its true vibe thanks to the outstanding acting and directing.
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Universal acclaim - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    Apr 16, 2015
    90
    It's a lot to digest but well worth the effort. [20 Apr - 3 May 2015, p.13]
  2. St. Louis Post-Dispatch
    Reviewed by: Gail Pennington
    Apr 13, 2015
    100
    In the four episodes provided for preview, the action seldom lags, but just when we think we’re in for a fun ride this season, something darkens the sun.
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  3. Vox.com
    Reviewed by: Emily VanDerWerff
    Apr 13, 2015
    90
    Everything that was always good about Game of Thrones is still good. The ensemble cast remains one of TV's richest, from top to bottom, and even actors who seemed weak in the past (like Sophie Turner, who plays increasingly embittered Sansa Stark) continue to rise to the level of much better material.
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