Game of Thrones

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Season 6
  • Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: Apr 17, 2011
Season #: 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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  1. Fixer84
    Mar 16, 2023
    8
    The sixth season of Game of Thrones suffers a few ailments along the way, losing by far the comparison with the previous three. But it remains and we are always talking about a high quality product. Episode 6x09 "Battle of the Bastards" is beyond perfect.
  2. Bruterake
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Eu sei que é comum reclamar dessa temporada poruqe é nela que começam a escrever sem o material base dos livros e tal, mas, na minha opinião funcionou muito bem essa temporada a luta do jon snow em campo aberto é uma das melhores lutas massivas que eu já vi, sendo que a outra boa é a do senhor dos anéis as duas torres. Enfim, com o plot dos homem sem fases e com a trilha sonora junto com a explosão da igreja deixou essa temporada le top of the top no quesito diversão.… Expand
  3. Onlyclassicvg1
    Mar 8, 2022
    8
    So basically my other account, which had this video on it, got banned or whatever you call it. I was very upset. But despite this fact, I'm re-uploading this video for Joonas Hahmo becau
  4. Haandy
    Feb 13, 2022
    10
    Aqui a Cersei roubou todas as cenas, um bom vinho e uma explosão são o melhor sabor
  5. All_ButTrU4
    Dec 11, 2021
    7
    A mediocre season with outstanding truly phenomenal episodes. An inconsistent attempt to return to the quality of the first four seasons. Moments like the "battle of bastards" are proof of the show still being worth your time despite pitfalls of Brans meandering arc,daenrys unsatisfying decisions and tyrions stagnation. Nothing moves forward in this season which is unfortunate . LongA mediocre season with outstanding truly phenomenal episodes. An inconsistent attempt to return to the quality of the first four seasons. Moments like the "battle of bastards" are proof of the show still being worth your time despite pitfalls of Brans meandering arc,daenrys unsatisfying decisions and tyrions stagnation. Nothing moves forward in this season which is unfortunate . Long running arc are resolved(finallly) but surrounding story's are neglected with the main story's holding any merit,a inability they hadn't shown whilst managing their previous ensemble cast.… Expand
  6. KingCrimsonfan
    Apr 24, 2021
    10
    Great great great season. I mean look at the hodor episode, the two last episodes, the dream sequences , the soundtrack, everything was great in season six of GoT.
  7. manningn15
    Apr 17, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Season 6 is just another A+ season and it just keeps getting better with each season. The acting from the lead cast was stupendous especially from Emilia Clarke, Maisie Williams, Peter Dinklage, Sophie Turner, Kit Harington, Gwendoline Christie, Iwan Rheon, Lena Headey, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Kristofer Hivju, Nathalie Emmanuel, Ellie Kendrick, Jonathan Pryce, and Alfie Allen. The acting from the supporting cast was terrific especially from Diana Rigg, John Bradley, Jerome Flynn, Jacob Anderson, Gemma Whelan, Bella Ramsey, Conleth Hill, Faye Marsay, Max von Sydow, Daniel Portman, Hannah Murray, Indira Varma, Carice van Houten, Michiel Huisman, Essie Davis, Jessica Henwick, and Keisha Castle-Hughes. The battles this season were remarkable and awesome especially the battle between Jon Snow, the Night's Watch, the Wildlings, the Mormont Army, and the Knights of the Vale against Ramsey Bolton and the Bolton Army and the battle between Daenerys Targaryen, Drogon, Rhaegal, Viserion, and the Dothraki against the Masters. The writing, storytelling, and plot this season was phenomenal. The visual effects were very impressive this season especially Drogon the Dragon, the Wildfire explosion in the Great Sept of Baelor, and Daenerys Targaryen walking out of the burning Dothraki shack. The makeup effects were excellent especially Leaf and all of the Children of the Forest, the Night King, the undead army of wights, Wun Wun the Giant, and Gregor "The Mountain" Clegane. The sets and scenery were splendid this season just like they are every season and this season especially the Cave of the Three-Eyed Raven. The music was great especially the music featured in episodes 9 and 10. The last scene was great and cool seeing Daenerys with a huge army and her three dragons by her side. Game of Thrones is still my 2nd favorite show of all time.… Expand
  8. jackaz15
    Jun 27, 2020
    6
    Easily containing Game of Thrones' worst narrative decisions, Season 6 is, at best, a slowburn that culminates in the best two episodes of the entire series; at worst, it's a plodding and uneven transitional season.
  9. IamEVIL
    Apr 9, 2020
    9
    Game of Thrones's comeback was awesome, amazing plots, awesome characters and again awesome dialogue and writing, Dan Weiss and Benioff do some nice works on converging the story-lines and i am okay with it, no way they would squish 1000 pages of a book in 10 hours, they do a fine work with what they can, and GoT is their gold mine. Wish a better season than the last one.
  10. Diptanshu
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Greatest season ever!Blowned me although the high septon thing annyoed me altot yet greatest got season before season 4 it has got everyting to make my hype train keeping on the last two episodes were gretest episodes i have seen in entertainment history and that satisfying arya starks revenge was chills the score for the last episode was awesome as hell!ramsay defeat was greatest thing ever happened after joffery's death,the night king holding hand from past to hodor i was literally speechless how great thing this season is!… Expand
  11. StanKub
    Feb 12, 2020
    7
    A decent season. Not as good as the first ones, but considering that it has no book material to be based on, I think it's pretty well done. Yes, it does have its ills, but a good part of them had origin in Season 5, however, another good part of them hadn't, precisely the problems of serious plot holes and poor writing that sadly would only get worse with the following seasons. Thankfully,A decent season. Not as good as the first ones, but considering that it has no book material to be based on, I think it's pretty well done. Yes, it does have its ills, but a good part of them had origin in Season 5, however, another good part of them hadn't, precisely the problems of serious plot holes and poor writing that sadly would only get worse with the following seasons. Thankfully, it has some truly great moments that saves us from a cringe overdose, and the last two episodes are among the best in the entire show. Brilliant pieces of work there.
    I genuinely think this is the best season of the second half of the show. I actually enjoyed it, and as a book reader this is perhaps a guilty pleasure of mine.    … Expand
  12. Felindie
    Jul 15, 2019
    8
    The plot is still unsteady, but some of the episodes are big, big time on the screen.
  13. AliceofX
    Jun 12, 2019
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This season is where things went from meh to bad. It was always a show where actions had consequences. When Robb betrays his promise to marry one of Frey's daughters he pays for it with his life. Jon made the choice to let the wildlings pass and was killed for it. And then they brought him back from the dead. That's when the series died.… Expand
  14. LatinCritic13
    May 6, 2019
    6
    Season six of Game of Thrones is written like crap, except that the final two climatic scenarios of this season is what made it satisfyingly good.
  15. MahbubAli92
    Apr 30, 2019
    0
    Awful show, at this point it just wallows in vulgarity and pointless violence and cringeworthy "Strong Wahmen" cliches. The writers really had no idea what to do once they lost the grounding of GRRM's writing and turned it into a pile of Hollywood stereotypes. Sad!
  16. Esthete
    Dec 10, 2018
    0
    Well, at least now we know what Benioff and Weiss are capable of, without source.
  17. Edmundo
    Dec 3, 2018
    5
    Predictable plot, badly paced scenes, constant feeling of indignation, lack of heroes to cheer, bad endings of initially good storylines. I think Martin's continuation of the storyline will be more interesting, then this one...
  18. RobertWang
    Oct 25, 2018
    10
    I certainly hope some of the critics that thought S6 of GoT was the weakest of the show wrote those reviews mid season, because the final two episodes of S6 are as epic and top notch television as it gets, from acting, directing, music, etc. Certainly two of the best GoT episodes ever and I would argue two episodes that should at least be up there for some of the best in TV all time,I certainly hope some of the critics that thought S6 of GoT was the weakest of the show wrote those reviews mid season, because the final two episodes of S6 are as epic and top notch television as it gets, from acting, directing, music, etc. Certainly two of the best GoT episodes ever and I would argue two episodes that should at least be up there for some of the best in TV all time, packed with impactful and perfectly executed scenes every 5 minutes.
    S6 is better than S5 from all angles and you can ask any GoT fan.    … Expand
  19. ErikTheCritic
    Oct 14, 2018
    9
    Season 6 is certainly a step up from season 5, and while overall it does not top the fourth season, the last two episodes of this season are unquestionably in my top 5 favourite episodes in this show so far. This was an incredible season with shocking revelations and mind-blowing unpredictability.
  20. ViniciusBrito
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    Completely outstanding. This season of Game of Thrones for me was able to fix a situation that i had in pretty much all of the other seasons, wich is a lot of moments that didn't made the story go on, sometimes it felts that things was just stuck, but in this one pretty much everything feels flowing, in every episode the story moves and it never stops, that's great, there isn't one badCompletely outstanding. This season of Game of Thrones for me was able to fix a situation that i had in pretty much all of the other seasons, wich is a lot of moments that didn't made the story go on, sometimes it felts that things was just stuck, but in this one pretty much everything feels flowing, in every episode the story moves and it never stops, that's great, there isn't one bad episode that i can think of, for me all of them were very nice, and in all of them the plot runs.
    The story in this season maybe got less unpredictable moments than the others, but it isn't like all of these moments are gone like some people said, in this season there are events that have moments that i didn't saw coming at all, the Martin brain is still in the show, you can still feel his hand there. The story, yes, have moments for us to praise and cheer in some moments, but i needed that, after season 5, i needed moments to cheer with the characters once again, for me that was on point.
    The production quality keeps getting better each season, it is so impressive, there are moments here that are simply better than a bunch of blockbuster movies that we have nowdays, this show broke the barrier of visual quality between cinema and tv shows, it is really striking. The costume of the characters are great, the difference that you see between the suit of people from the red keep and the river run are really noticiable, not just that difference is good, but also the costume now got so wonderful, the armour that Jaime uses or the suit of Cersei, that is all so beautiful, you can feel the power even by the way that they dress. The Cgi in this season was completely unbelievable, it was perfect, the cgi of monsters or battles, that was simply perfect.
    They completely resolved another problem that i had in previous seasons, wich is the action, in this season the fights and the battle was so great, the battle of the bastards was simply one of the best medieval battles that i have ever seen, not because the strategy, that was actually pretty simply, but the battle itself, how they at first filmed only Jon point of view, making we see the battle from an inside point, how everything is complex, without understanding what exactly is going on around you, we could see the war just like Snow could, that was perfect, this sequence could made my emotions get at the point of my skin and really feel every moment there, that was just fantastic.
    Lena Headey is just perfect, she can expose and be badass without saying one word, saying the she is great is redundant, but for real, she is one of the best in acting here. Bella Ramsey was so nice, she was just a kid, but the way that she said what she had to, was so good, some people surely disliked that, but for me, it was dope, like a kid bringing to grown men how life really is, i loved it. Maisie Williams and Sophie Turner were dope great here, they could bring a big development and change in their characters, they both are really different now. Emilia Clarke is definely better in this season, she is getting more comfortable with her character, her faces and mouths things that was so little expressives before, now are notably better. Natalie Dormer as Margaery did a really nice work, she was great in showing concern in some moments, also as calm, knowing that something gonna happen and getting nervous and trying to be calm. Jonathan Pryce did a really good job, he was convicted in what he was saying, he was very convincing.
    There are some story lines that didn't got very clear here, what they were doing, in wich direction they will follow, but still, they will take their time and explain things. Bran line was a bit strange, but soon or later it will start making sense, then i will have a better opinion in it. But personally how they work with the chess this season was very good. The Daenerys situation in other seasons wich was so stopped, and nothing happens, here it is way more interesting, maybe convenient, but it was way better. King's Landing story was very nice here, they flipped the religious story into a really nice political move, and had a insanely dope ending. Jon story got more clear, and also had a direction that we can see what is happening. These are definely the main things in this season, and for me it all worked. There are some side moments, with Aria and Jaime for example, some of them are kind of a moment for fans, but it worked out, it was dope and made sense.
    The Light of the Seven sequence is another cinematography moment that deserves to be remembered, that whole sequence was great, the image composition and the song together, all of the converting into a twist that worked really nice.    … Expand
  21. PRTetu
    Feb 19, 2018
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Now that season 5 of Game of Thrones is over, who is excited for the premiere of season 6 on Sunday?

    To clarify, this 5/10 rating is only for the first episode of the new season [update: Nope, it'll work for the whole season two. What an efficient season of fan service. I can't wait for the next book]. I give Game of Thrones overall a 9/10. It is my favorite thing on television outside of The Americans and Rick & Morty.

    Seriously, nearly everything included in this premiere could easily have been included before the end of last season. The recap of previous happenings goes on rather long and the episode itself is already rather short, yet we still bounce around between a ton of characters. The score is excellent and the location shots and cinematography rather stunning, but Emilia Clark still ruins Daenerys for me, especially in comparison to the book character. She is written so much weaker and helpless in the show. Sansa, Brienne and Cersei are the highlights here and they are quite good, but it felt like this episode should have run another 20 minutes.

    The first 3 season premieres of this show were wonderful. The fourth was probably the weakest and the fifth wasn't terribly better than that one, but both were well worth watching, each far more than this latest entry.

    With the exception of a couple scenes which included Sansa or Cersei, all of which probably could and should have been included before last season's finale alongside the Sand Snakes' coup, there wasn't much going on.

    Jamie didn't even finish sailing before they had already seemingly sent Trystane back to Dorne freely! For no reason! Apparently, everyone hated Doran and Trystane except his elite guard who falls from one strike. And the show tries to fill this plothole by releasing the note sent to Doran by Jamie online... Give us a break.

    Davos does a number of things that are completely out of character and don't make much sense. Remember how much he hates Mel and wishes to kill her for the betterment of all? Isn't he curious how Stannis died or what happened to Shireen? Think she just lies and says they were murdered by the Boltons? Doubtful right? And why does he feel compelled to both guard Jon Snow's dead body and stay in Castle Black after discovering it?

    Speaking of Mel, all them blood magics from Asshai contrast the Lord of Light stuff pretty well, by the way, and a little reveal of her powers is a cool scene, but didn't surprise me nor rock my world enough to end an episode strongly.

    I am glad we finally got Brienne to unite with Sansa and I like Theon's redemption so far. I thought it was criminal that Bran has been out for a season and we didn't even get him on screen.

    Meanwhile, Arya is still blind and in training. Will she warg to "see" so she can do something to regain her sight, similar to in the books? I dunno, but this felt okay for the premiere when I thought she would have another scene before the end of the episode.

    Pretty subpar episode even if were smack in the middle of the season given the lack of content, inconsistencies and microscopic plot progression    … Expand
  22. FeerFrikazus
    Sep 10, 2017
    10
    Simplemente increíble, la historia es fantástica, los personajes muy buenos (buenos y malos), la producción de la serie se nota que esta muy trabajada, sinceramente la mejor serie que vi, la recomiendo totalmente.
  23. AllanBarbosa
    Aug 26, 2017
    9
    The 6th season of Game of Thrones is awesome, with a incredible direction and a terrific script. There are some boring bugs (like the part of 'Ninja' Arya Stark), but I have to highlight the episode "Battle of the Bastards": Will make you so astonished at the wonderful direction of Miguel Sapochnik and the screenplay by David Benioff and DB Weiss - and, of course, it's the second bestThe 6th season of Game of Thrones is awesome, with a incredible direction and a terrific script. There are some boring bugs (like the part of 'Ninja' Arya Stark), but I have to highlight the episode "Battle of the Bastards": Will make you so astonished at the wonderful direction of Miguel Sapochnik and the screenplay by David Benioff and DB Weiss - and, of course, it's the second best episode of Game of Thrones, behind, only, of the episode"The Rains of Castamere" - I was surprised by the fact that, as not having a book as a base, I imagined a gigantic fall of the fifth season in relation to this, but the fall was small (which ends up separating it from the extraordinary level of seasons 4 and 5). Actually DB and DBWeiss work is somethinng colossal. And it's the best of the Top 10 best shows of 2015-2016!… Expand
  24. rsulliva
    Jul 23, 2017
    10
    Best plot line out there for a tv show; completely unpredictable. The only show that compares to GoT is Breaking Bad and in my opinion even that show can not match the suspense that GoT generates. GoT is movie quality, but instead of a brief 2-3 hours, fans get 75. Any score below 8 is unrealistic or the user has literally no imagination or doesn't like boobies. If you're offended byBest plot line out there for a tv show; completely unpredictable. The only show that compares to GoT is Breaking Bad and in my opinion even that show can not match the suspense that GoT generates. GoT is movie quality, but instead of a brief 2-3 hours, fans get 75. Any score below 8 is unrealistic or the user has literally no imagination or doesn't like boobies. If you're offended by nudity, go watch Star Wars, this show is made for mature adults who like to engage in fantasy. I can't believe people are upset that the show is moving slowly, how many main characters have to die to be deemed exciting??… Expand
  25. MattBrady99
    Jul 16, 2017
    8
    "King of the North!"

    Wow, what a season this has been, but then again you can say that with the past seasons. Besides it's flaws (mostly from writing and character decisions). This season has been great and really pushes of what it can manage to pull off, while you watch it at home for free. This isn't anything new, but hey they great every year. Peter Dinklage, Emilia Clarke, Lena    "King of the North!"

    Wow, what a season this has been, but then again you can say that with the past seasons. Besides it's flaws (mostly from writing and character decisions). This season has been great and really pushes of what it can manage to pull off, while you watch it at home for free.

    This isn't anything new, but hey they great every year. Peter Dinklage, Emilia Clarke, Lena Headey, and Iwan Rheon. The rest of the cast are all great and really add something to their characters. But the real stand out this season (for me) was Kit Harington. Ever since the first season and now, both Harington and the character has come along way. You can see a difference when you think back. Becoming more stronger and legendary, deserving the title "King of the North".

    Season 6 contains possibly one of the best episodes that has ever shown on TV. It terms of scale and visuals, it's pretty cinematic and nothing quite like it. Those episodes are "Battle of the Bastards" and "The Winds of Winter". Where can I even begin, it's everything that makes great TV, just put on a grader scale. The acting, cinematography, directing, sound, etc. All of these are too good to fully express with words.

    My problems with the season is mostly to do with writing and certain character decisions that doesn't make sense for the characters to make. The scene where Arya gets stabbed repeatably around the stomach area by an assassin, which in the universe of the show (or reality itself) that would mean death. But somehow after a couple of bandages and some soup, shes fine. Like what? And why is she out in the open strolling around when she knows very well someone is out to kill you who can take different appearances. It was pretty stupid and out of character.

    While Jon Snows death in the last season was shocking and unexpected, but now it kinda feels like a cheap gag at the viewers. After months of waiting and leaked photos of behind the scenes service on the web, it became very obvious he wasn't dead. While not as insulting as the cliff hanger from The Walking Dead, although it doesn't feel like something they would pull off. I guess it's for viewers and ratings, but you don't need to do that since it's one of the most popular TV shows on right now. I didn't read the books and I'm not sure if it was in the book or not. If it was then I take back my criticism. And that's really it for problems.

    Overall rating: Bring on season 7.    … Expand
  26. heretikeen
    Jul 11, 2017
    6
    Basically GoT fanfic by now.
    Martin kills off Jon Snow at the end of his final book, the show's writers brought him right back because they think they need a hero.
    Martin kills off the Hound only for the writers to bring him back and one of the most awful "I wanted to get out, but it dragged me back in" episodes ever. The main difference being that Martin can just create new characters    Basically GoT fanfic by now.
    Martin kills off Jon Snow at the end of his final book, the show's writers brought him right back because they think they need a hero.
    Martin kills off the Hound only for the writers to bring him back and one of the most awful "I wanted to get out, but it dragged me back in" episodes ever.
    The main difference being that Martin can just create new characters in a flash, whereas the writers are so stuck in their soap ways that it hurts.    … Expand
  27. Obby360
    Jul 4, 2017
    8
    The seasons with the most revelations and the most deaths.

    Like a horror movie that spans dozens of characters only to have them killed one by one ( or by the dozen) this season of Game of Thrones uses death as an easy way out. It's way better than season 5 with many of the characters storylines actually progressing, yet it does feel that the creators of the show seemed to have ran    The seasons with the most revelations and the most deaths.

    Like a horror movie that spans dozens of characters only to have them killed one by one ( or by the dozen) this season of Game of Thrones uses death as an easy way out.

    It's way better than season 5 with many of the characters storylines actually progressing, yet it does feel that the creators of the show seemed to have ran out of idea as to what to do with certain character - so they resort in killing them.

    That for me was a bit of a departure from the shows logic of death ( for the pleasure of others, for the good of the realm, because they were main character). This season saw a lot of characters die, and for the first time I feel (from a story point of view) that it made no sense.

    I look forward in seeing what will come next for this show, but I do hope they learn from past mistakes and remember where it all started.    … Expand
  28. nonblonde
    May 15, 2017
    7
    One of my favorite seasons, along with season 1. There are lot of things to be improved but this show is really entertaining and you get attached to the characters. I wish they would spend more money on the cgi for the direwolves instead of just getting rid of them.
  29. rodericrinehart
    Apr 11, 2017
    10
    Game of Thrones is the greatest show ever made, edging out Breaking Bad. People giving this anything less than a 9 have serious issues. Cinematography and casting are the ultimate 10/10. The story itself - for the entire series - can barely be contained in 7000 pages and 8 seasons. It is my favorite fictional world ever. Season 6 was epic in every sense of the word and sets up what isGame of Thrones is the greatest show ever made, edging out Breaking Bad. People giving this anything less than a 9 have serious issues. Cinematography and casting are the ultimate 10/10. The story itself - for the entire series - can barely be contained in 7000 pages and 8 seasons. It is my favorite fictional world ever. Season 6 was epic in every sense of the word and sets up what is likely to be the two greatest seasons of TV ever, to battle to the death the final season on Breaking Bad.… Expand
  30. RokuGuru
    Mar 1, 2017
    8
    It's fairly obvious to me what's going to happen here; everyone is fighting each other while an existential threat to mankind looms beyond the wall. Obviously the warring factions will band together to save mankind; dragons and wildfire will unite to defeat the whitewalkers. But even when you know the ending, the show is a lot of fun.

    I could do without the dragons and the Jason and the    It's fairly obvious to me what's going to happen here; everyone is fighting each other while an existential threat to mankind looms beyond the wall. Obviously the warring factions will band together to save mankind; dragons and wildfire will unite to defeat the whitewalkers. But even when you know the ending, the show is a lot of fun.

    I could do without the dragons and the Jason and the Argonaut like zombies, but it's a fantasy show. Let the heads roll for 2 more seasons.    … Expand
  31. AryamanS
    Feb 16, 2017
    10
    A phenomenal production...GOT finally embraces its epic scale and its fantasy genre to a level that no television series has ever done or will be able to do it in the near future. Truly a masterpiece of its genre!!
  32. Ali_Marashian
    Jan 21, 2017
    10
    Don't let that meta score fool you. It's based on the first episode of the season which was the weakest. But It was probably the best season after season 4.
  33. Synycom
    Jan 7, 2017
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. .Seriously disappointed. Have watched the whole 6th series. Slow, disjointed, with some characters seemingly have the ability to teleport from one part of the world to another. Some of the visual scenes were stunning as usual and the acting held up well against a poorish script. The biggest downer given the end of series 5 and the threat of the white walkers and the epic impact they were about to have on the 7 kingdoms is completely forgotten for the first 8 episodes and remains so with only the odd scene and passing reference, The Queen of Dragons we thought had an invincible army but somehow this seems to have fallen apart faster than the average British government. Overall you cannot watch this without knowing the makers are milking the franchise by 80% of air time given to minor side plots, minor characters and scenes that don't add anything to the backbone of the plot and in several cases don't fit or have any useful purpose to this series or presumably the next.… Expand
  34. MrsY
    Jan 5, 2017
    0
    I was a huge fan of Game of Thrones but...it just disappoints me by now. The first three seasons were really good. It was fun to have watch such a great series based on an amazing book. The ones after that? Not worth watching to be quiet honest. And I no longer will watch this. The whole thing has become very predictable and exaggerated. Sad.
  35. ljt2000
    Nov 30, 2016
    10
    Season 6 is back to the fast pace the other seasons had before it (excluding the first episode). This season is incredibly satisfying as we finally see some of these story arcs coming to an end, along with epic battles which are worthy of the big screen.
  36. drlowdon
    Nov 14, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game of Thrones sixth season isn't without its flaws, John's resurection was very predictable and too many of Sansa's scenes felt like filler for example, but it still manages to pack in more jaw dropping scenes than any other TV show I can think of and is rarely not utterly entertaining.… Expand
  37. GabrielWright14
    Oct 8, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. MELHOR TEMPORADA, QUE PISÃO EM THE WALKING DEADDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD… Expand
  38. FBauer
    Sep 27, 2016
    0
    I'm so angry about season six and I don't know where to start to write down all the things which went wrong, but a lot of other people here described it very well in detail...to sum it up: the show-runners just ruined it ! That's why I give it a zero, because 8,4 as an overall score is far to good for this crap, it should be more like 3 or 4 points. Just one note: Why has every one who isI'm so angry about season six and I don't know where to start to write down all the things which went wrong, but a lot of other people here described it very well in detail...to sum it up: the show-runners just ruined it ! That's why I give it a zero, because 8,4 as an overall score is far to good for this crap, it should be more like 3 or 4 points. Just one note: Why has every one who is a dwarf or lost his penis to be reminded of it at least two times in each episode ?… Expand
  39. pete1977
    Sep 15, 2016
    3
    I really don't know what the big fuss is with The Games Of Thrones. It is a very average show with a couple of exciting moments in the whole series after 6 seasons. Still got nothing on Breaking Bad. That was a roller coaster of a show, unlike this show. Lots of boring episodes throughout 6 seasons. Thank god there is only ten episodes per season.
  40. KayVen17
    Aug 27, 2016
    8
    Deutsche Review:

    Viel will ich diesmal gar nicht schreiben. Die 6. Staffel von Game of Thrones ist meiner Meinung nach die beste Staffel von allen! Trotzdem gibt es Fehler die ich gerne erwähnen möchte.. Die sechste Staffel ist wirklich gelungen. Es gibt viele Wendungen, fantastische Bilder, gute Action, nachvollziehbare Dialoge und einen roten Faden der Richtung Ende der Serie    Deutsche Review:

    Viel will ich diesmal gar nicht schreiben. Die 6. Staffel von Game of Thrones ist meiner Meinung nach die beste Staffel von allen! Trotzdem gibt es Fehler die ich gerne erwähnen möchte..

    Die sechste Staffel ist wirklich gelungen. Es gibt viele Wendungen, fantastische Bilder, gute Action, nachvollziehbare Dialoge und einen roten Faden der Richtung Ende der Serie zeigt. Ich will hier auch nicht zu viel preisen, denn alles was ich sonst noch erähne mit einem Spoiler zutun hat. Ich schreib einfach: "SCHAUT SIE EUCH AN".    … Expand
  41. VidyaBum
    Aug 20, 2016
    2
    Pfahahahaha, I'm sorry but this was laughable.

    The entire season felt rushed, many battles were implied instead of shown(I'm guessing they ran out of money), an enormous amount of stuff felt like it was shoved in to surprise people but it just felt pathetic. The mixup between murder porn scenes, which have reached an overload by this point, and much more reserved character scenes is    Pfahahahaha, I'm sorry but this was laughable.

    The entire season felt rushed, many battles were implied instead of shown(I'm guessing they ran out of money), an enormous amount of stuff felt like it was shoved in to surprise people but it just felt pathetic.

    The mixup between murder porn scenes, which have reached an overload by this point, and much more reserved character scenes is abominable, you spend 20 minutes watching people getting murdered left and right and then you shift to samwell tarly and his awkward family reunions that don't even matter at all to the main storyline.

    Besides the editing and time spent on characters vs time spent on axing people and things, good job on the return of forgotten characters like Osha, who honestly considering her screen time, really didn't need to come back, or pointless murders where the emotional element is completely absent.

    I could count the number of ways in which this season was horrid, but I haven't got 500 000 characters, so let's just say this: it feels like a fanfiction. A really, really crappy fanfiction of GoT.

    To illustrate, let me remind you of something and then spoil something new: In Season 1(or 2, or 3), when Cersei wanted to kill someone, she'd make sure for him to get too much to drink and get skewered by a boar, or she had them discreetly assassinated, poisoned, or better yet she maneuvered so her enemies would infight. The complexity of the intrigue was what made GoT exciting, fun and feel like a real cohesive world filled with tons of awesome characters.

    Here, and this is spoilers, she literally shoves a regiment of wildfire caskets under the Great Sept, then blasts them with Tyrells, members of the small council, and the entire Faith Militant standing above, setting fire to a huge portion of the city, destroying the entire standing government, killing all the heirs of a great House, and essentially showing that she will go to any length of massacre to get away with her crimes. And you know the best? Right after committing arson, destruction of national monuments and mass slaughter, she crowns herself queen! How? On what legal basis? Apparently, the basis of having killed everyone else that could claim the throne or contest the claim in the city at that moment.

    Spoilers end here, and I'm pretty sure that now, it's best for GoT to also end here. I have not seen a series this great fall this low in a long, long time, possibly ever. I sincerely hope that it ends quickly, because by now a generally awesome series is damaged completely beyond repair, and it was already bad in season 5.    … Expand
  42. roman_emperor
    Aug 3, 2016
    10
    Plot twist, Snow is awesome; Arya is awesome; Jamie Lannister is awesome; Peter Dinklage is awesome; The Mother of Dragon, Breaker of Chain, is awesome.

    Most surprisingly, Cersei is awesome. I kind of want her to keep the Iron Throne at this point, but, of course, only of Jon gets to live happily in the North. Since that won't happen, I want her story to end with her as a beggar smiling    Plot twist, Snow is awesome; Arya is awesome; Jamie Lannister is awesome; Peter Dinklage is awesome; The Mother of Dragon, Breaker of Chain, is awesome.

    Most surprisingly, Cersei is awesome. I kind of want her to keep the Iron Throne at this point, but, of course, only of Jon gets to live happily in the North. Since that won't happen, I want her story to end with her as a beggar smiling at the camera. I know that ending it too cliché, and that prophecy has said she is going to die, but can we have a non-death ending for this beautiful queen?    … Expand
  43. smithjbran
    Jul 31, 2016
    10
    Game of Thrones is a series that requires fans to weather the bad times, while giving them very few good ones to relish along the way; so judging what's to come on just this fragment of material would be unfair. It takes its time stirring the pot before the steam lifts enough to reveal what has really been cooking.
  44. pjtaylor2011
    Jul 30, 2016
    10
    I always loved the Game of Thrones, but had started to lose patience with it a little in Series 5. But series 6... well its going to be a long year wait till the next shortened series arrives. I simply can't wait. The highlights were the end of episode 5, episode 9 gave us the best battle scene since Saving Private Ryan and the climax of the series was immense. Loved It. Thank you HBO.
  45. eagleeyeviking
    Jul 29, 2016
    9
    Season 6 of Game of Thrones is faster-paced and juggles with leaner storylines than previous seasons. This results in a more action-packed, visceral 10 episodes that is packed with twists, turns and plenty of fan service.
  46. Tonyo
    Jul 29, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Même si l'attaque des Marcheurs Blancs n'a pas eu lieu dans cette saison, la saison 6 est probablement la meilleure saison de la série. Beaucoup d'actions la composent et plusieurs épisodes peuvent être considérés comme les meilleurs de la série (les épisodes 5, 9 & 10 notamment). Excellent début de saison qui enchaîne parfaitement avec le dernier épisode de la saison 5. Brienne sauve Sansa & Theon des hommes de Ramsay et lui jure allégeance. Elle retrouve Jaime pour la première fois depuis des saisons. Il semblerait que le courant passe bien encore entre eux, cependant Jaime affirme qu'il aime sa soeur et qu'il ferait tout pour elle.

    Theon, aidé de Yara (sa soeur) et d'une immense flotte Greyjoy, retrouve Daenerys afin de l'aider à récupérer le trône de fer et venger son père, tué par son oncle. La fin de saison laisse présager un probable rapprochement entre Yara & Daenerys, deux femmes fortes, puissantes, qui ne se laissent pas influencer par les hommes.

    On pense que Jon est bien mort, son corps protégé par Davos et son loup ainsi que les rares frères de la Garde de Nuit qui lui étaient fidèles. Cependant il revient à la vie grâce à Mélissandre (qui est beaucoup plus âgée qu'elle n'y parait), il pend les traîtres qui l'ont poignardé et il déclare que sa garde est finie. Il retrouve Sansa avec qui il essaie de monter une armée afin de récupérer Winterfell.

    La tyrannie de Ramsay est confirmée lorsqu'il tue froidement son père, sa belle-mère, son frère, Tosha et Rickon Stark qu'il avait capturé. Mais la roue tourne, Jon, aidé de Sansa (elle-même aidée de Littlefinger) récupèrent Winterfell et forment l'armée du Nord.

    Arya est livrée à son sort toute la saison. Elle est aveugle, doit faire ses preuves afin de retrouver la vue, finalement elle doit échapper à The Waif, qui doit la tuer puisqu'elle décide de retourner à Winterfell. Elle a toujours été Arya Stark, elle tue The Waif avec aiguille, son épée qu'elle avait cachée, et elle se venge des personnes présentes sur sa liste, en commençant par Walder Frey et ses fils (ceux qui ont tué sa mère et son frère lors des noces pourpres). Par ailleurs, on découvre que Sandor Clegane n'est pas mort!

    Bran fait son grand retour cette saison, et quel retour! Il a des visions de la jeunesse d'Hodor et de Ned. Nous avons des explications sur le surnom d'Hodor, comme une sorte de mise en abyme. "The Door" est un des épisodes les plus touchants et réussis de la série. Grâce à ses visions, on apprend que Jon n'est pas le fils de Ned, mais celui de Rhaegar Targaryen et Lyanna Stark! Quel dénouement!

    Enfin, Tommen prend ses responsabilités et défend enfin sa mère et sa femme avant de s'émanciper définitivement et de faire la part des choses entre son rôle de roi et celui de fils. Il sauve Margaery et s'allie aux Moineaux. Il permet à Margaery de retrouver Loras, qui souhaite s'engager dans la confrérie des Moineaux afin de survivre et se repentir. Cependant, Cersei, pleurant sa fille, ne se présente pas à son procès. Et pour cause! Elle fait exploser la ville et le Septuaire là où avait lieu le procès de Loras et le sien. Toute la confrérie des Moineaux meurt, ainsi que la famille Tyrell (exception faite d'Olenna, qui s'allie avec Ellaria Sand afin de se venger de Cersei pour la mort de son fils et de ses **** enfants). Tommen se suicide suite à la mort de sa femme. La malédiction qui touchait Cersei depuis son plus jeune âge s'est réalisée. Elle se retrouve veuve, tous ses enfants sont morts, elle devient donc la reine et elle siège sur le Trône de Fer.

    Pour cette dernière saison, il y a fort à parier que tout le monde voudra la mort de Cersei (les Tyrell, les Sand, les Stark) et que Daenerys finira sur le trône (même si Jon est normalement l'héritier du Trône).    … Expand
  47. DankMeme
    Jul 22, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You can say GoT's season 6 it's the worst by far. And I can understand that. You can say it because of the books, because the rush of some stuff, and mostly because Dorne kinda sucks in the show.
    But besides some mistakes, that are not that awful(except for Dorne, which is really disappointing) the show is going in the right way, with the daenerys forces starting to plan their attack on Westeros and Jon Snow doing a thousand things in the north.
    8/10    … Expand
  48. jrhutcherson
    Jul 16, 2016
    10
    as always, surprised me. I am very anxious for season 7. I'm sad to be close to end, but will have a final well worthy. I hope that Daenerys won the Iron Throne.
  49. Jcdbengals
    Jul 10, 2016
    9
    Don't listen to the book snobs; I've read them all, and the last 2 books were not fun to read. However, this season, unlike season 5, is SO MUCH better. Season 6 is VERY fast paced, and several fan theories are confirmed. The last 2 episodes alone are worth watching the entire series for. Winds of Winter and the first 20 minutes are unlike anything Game of Thrones has ever done. There areDon't listen to the book snobs; I've read them all, and the last 2 books were not fun to read. However, this season, unlike season 5, is SO MUCH better. Season 6 is VERY fast paced, and several fan theories are confirmed. The last 2 episodes alone are worth watching the entire series for. Winds of Winter and the first 20 minutes are unlike anything Game of Thrones has ever done. There are issues with the flow of the timeline, and Arya has some unfortunate poor writing to overcome (and unrealistic healing abilities), but overall, this season helped tie up many storylines while settin up the end game.… Expand
  50. DerekHale
    Jul 6, 2016
    7
    Game Of Thrones was a masterpiece at one point. The writing was great, the characters were believable and interesting, and the directing and cgi was beyond it's kind. However in the past 2 seasons i have noticed a decline in the quality, and the entire feel of the show. It feels like a simplified version of what should've happened with predictable story telling, and quick and randomGame Of Thrones was a masterpiece at one point. The writing was great, the characters were believable and interesting, and the directing and cgi was beyond it's kind. However in the past 2 seasons i have noticed a decline in the quality, and the entire feel of the show. It feels like a simplified version of what should've happened with predictable story telling, and quick and random character "developments". I mean season 6 was with no doubt better than season 5, but i can't help but get angry at the writers when they are given this huge world that has many colorful characters that can really make the show feel much more grand, but instead choose to go with the quick CW-esc way out of things. The final two episodes saved the season for me i guess, even though it has it's own problems. The season was overall just good, i felt like i only cared for the Sansa and Jon/ King's Landing/ Bran story lines this entire season. I absolutely can't stand Denaerys's story line, nor her character, and what pisses me off the most is when we can finally have moments that might interest me like a bigger civil war fight with the whole masters thing going on the entire season...instead we just skip it with a single shot of the Dothraki riding in, and a few shots of the dragons burning a ship. We could of had moments like Dany sailing out of Mereen/ Dany passing through Valyria/ Dany reaching Dorne/ Dany talking to Olenna and Elaria and making a pact/ Olenna going to Highgarden to rally the Tyrell fleet from whoever is ruling Highgarden right now, instead of ALL OF THAT, we just skip it all (in the same episode i may add) and just show Dany on a ship sailing with dornish and tyrell ships from Dorne to king's landing. Like that could've been a season's worth of material at most, but they skip all of that cause dan and dave are so full of themselves and are so eager to finish this show in 13 episodes... and that just proves on why the decline of the show's quality is happening, and that also shows how Dan and Dave clearly need G.R.R.M to help them through this massive story, and it's undeniably obvious that they needed him this season. I'm done with my review but I just want to make this clear, since Dany is already in Westeros that means MONTHS have passed in the story, and if Dany managed to move continents in that period of time, i will audibly shout at the screen if I see Bran still trying to get to Winterfell in the next episode. That would be just cheap ass writing at it's very best.… Expand
  51. SchroederRock
    Jul 5, 2016
    9
    The sixth season of Game of Thrones is the beginning of the end. While there still may be lots to unfold with the season or two, the show eventually begins to simplify itself - a huge plus that will help viewers on track with all that's going on in real-time. I won't divulge any spoilers but I must say that there are some VERY good episodes toward the later part of this season andThe sixth season of Game of Thrones is the beginning of the end. While there still may be lots to unfold with the season or two, the show eventually begins to simplify itself - a huge plus that will help viewers on track with all that's going on in real-time. I won't divulge any spoilers but I must say that there are some VERY good episodes toward the later part of this season and includes, in my mind, the best final two episodes in the show's history that brilliantly set up next year's seventh season. The thing you'll need to be keen on is lineages and nuance as the story unfolds. I nearly missed very important bits of information in the final two episodes because I've been watching this show as it has come out. With all that has gone on and the show's lack of reinforcing back-stories, I had to rewatch and investigate what was significant about certain parts of the show, only to realize that there are some major plot thickening moments. I'm very excited for GoT going into season 7. That doesn't happen without a good season 6. If you've been begging for action, you'll get your fill. If you're begging for the seemingly random vantage points to narrow in focus, you'll also get your chance (though you see that more as a foreshadowing than actual story progression in this season). I enjoyed these 10 episodes more than the last (season 5) and think that most people will agree that have been following along with the series. If you're tired of it all... there's not a lot that can be done to sway your mind. HOWEVER, those that rated the entire season months before the June 26, 2016 finale graded with only a smaller fraction of the episodes being available and cannot speak to the entirety of the season. Don't be fooled by those that can't exercise their patience and see the bigger picture unfold episode by episode. Anyone grading in April saw a maximum of 2 episodes and need to go slap themselves in the face for judging an entire season on 20% of the product. SHAME! SHAME! SHAME!… Expand
  52. EPMD
    Jul 3, 2016
    8
    No show can match this for pure spectacle. The characters and writing sometimes let it down, though. The characters are still mostly one-dimensional. Anyone who has lost a penis or was born a dwarf will be constantly reminded of this in almost every scene they appear. Some of the plots are so circular they will leave your head spinning. And yet, there are some battles this season that farNo show can match this for pure spectacle. The characters and writing sometimes let it down, though. The characters are still mostly one-dimensional. Anyone who has lost a penis or was born a dwarf will be constantly reminded of this in almost every scene they appear. Some of the plots are so circular they will leave your head spinning. And yet, there are some battles this season that far exceed anything any other show could produce.… Expand
  53. blilb97
    Jun 30, 2016
    10
    This season was one of the best in the series so far! Can't wait until season 7! Don't understand why the score is lower this season then the previous...
  54. djbarker
    Jun 30, 2016
    7
    Very much enjoyed this season and it's still my favourite show, but the editing was a mess and spoiled the flow of the series.
    BAD:
    It's a shame the series was edited to put the large set pieces at the end, instead of where they would have made pacing the best. For example, putting Cersei's big act in the final episode created big problems for the timing of events across the entire    Very much enjoyed this season and it's still my favourite show, but the editing was a mess and spoiled the flow of the series.
    BAD:
    It's a shame the series was edited to put the large set pieces at the end, instead of where they would have made pacing the best. For example, putting Cersei's big act in the final episode created big problems for the timing of events across the entire series. It made her storyline plod along - it only needed to be about 5 episodes long. Plus is created issues in other storylines - e.g. Vary's trip to Dorne takes 3 episodes, but his return to Mereen only takes 20 minutes.
    Arya stark's story is another one that plodded along, then time-warped at the end of the series - again the editors wanted big events to occur at the end of the series, instead of an appropriate place for good pacing.
    The Deus Ex Machina of the Battle of the Bastards - too much like a Lord of the Ring's cliche, which is a shame because the battle was by far the best one in the series.
    GOOD
    It awoke story lines from the books that had been ignored - much to my delight.
    Bran's story returns and is the most emotionally powerful part of the series.    … Expand
  55. NateFisher22
    Jun 30, 2016
    9
    It must be weird to see such a low score as compared to other seasons. However, when you actually watch the entire season (especially the last two episodes), you realize that the rating is a total farce. Reviews of the season should be given to the ENTIRE season, not just the first episode.
  56. thebomb
    Jun 29, 2016
    8
    The first episodes of this season appear rushed, especially in comparison to the previous season. Also it seems as if the show has suffered from it's lacking source material, which results in a weaker quality of dialogue. Yes, season six is in many ways atypical for the show, events get more predictable. Plot lines like Dany's and Arya's are getting less interesting due to their length.The first episodes of this season appear rushed, especially in comparison to the previous season. Also it seems as if the show has suffered from it's lacking source material, which results in a weaker quality of dialogue. Yes, season six is in many ways atypical for the show, events get more predictable. Plot lines like Dany's and Arya's are getting less interesting due to their length. However, the final two episodes make up for GoT's confusing and unusual course by delivering a few of the most memorable and visually spectacular moments throughout the entire show. Without forgetting this seasons rather disappointing beginning, Game of Thrones managed to do what it does best: Making us wait desperately a year for the next season to come.… Expand
  57. haw2991
    Jun 29, 2016
    9
    This season was definitely stronger than season 5 however, there's a definite drop-off in the storytelling aspect. Many storylines feel rushed and contain huge plot holes. Still, all in all, a great season.
  58. oDjento
    Jun 29, 2016
    7
    After a rather lacklustre Season 5 I was excited but anxious heading into Season 5, and with a timidly but enjoyable enough first episode things weren’t looking great again. Luckily, despite trawling itself through mud at some points this season brings some of Game of Thrones most intense and memorable moments.
    Characters in this season seem to progress in what they’re doing at a great    After a rather lacklustre Season 5 I was excited but anxious heading into Season 5, and with a timidly but enjoyable enough first episode things weren’t looking great again. Luckily, despite trawling itself through mud at some points this season brings some of Game of Thrones most intense and memorable moments.
    Characters in this season seem to progress in what they’re doing at a great pace, which is greatly appreciated considering last years plodding (Sad travelling Tyrion anyone?). Whilst Daenerys may still just be a narrow eyed public speaker most of the time, her story is more enjoyable. Arya’s storyline gets a little ludicrous but overall brings Arya back to the one we loved from before.
    Whilst some twists and turns in this season may have been in plain sight before they happened they still haven’t lost their significance, and there are still plenty of twists you don’t fully see coming.
    Season 6 has easily been the grandest in its spectacle, with stunning visuals, brutal violence, compelling character performances and moving music, Season 6 provides an incredible viewing experience. Episode 9 and 10 are an extreme achievement in TV history, with Miguel Sapochnik creating some stunning imagery and in episode 10 combining his shots with a intense score to create with of the best first 20 minutes to a TV episode ever.
    If you can get around the fact that the storylines don’t happen at the same time (so that you understand people don’t teleport…) and get through a few blips in the script (ARRYYYAA) then you’ll be pleasantly surprised to see one of the best season of Game of Thrones to date. Whilst I would not rate it above Season 4 or Season 1, I would put it about on level or just above Season 3.
    A fascinating viewing experience almost non-stop, and a finale that you can actually feel more than happy with (Walking Dead, take some tips mate).

    8.6/10    … Expand
  59. Beron
    Jun 29, 2016
    10
    This season is literrly overall the best season GoT so far, some episodes might of been dissopointing but this season has some of the best episodes in GoT and TV history. If you like GoT and hated this season then I don't think you like the show at all. This season had the best story progression(Arya's might of been dissopointing), better character progression(littery just compare the toThis season is literrly overall the best season GoT so far, some episodes might of been dissopointing but this season has some of the best episodes in GoT and TV history. If you like GoT and hated this season then I don't think you like the show at all. This season had the best story progression(Arya's might of been dissopointing), better character progression(littery just compare the to what they originally where), best action sequence we have seen in GoT so far, so many fulfilling moments, amazing story arc, etc. My point is just that this season was just ******* great. We should really shouldn't just judge it by single episodes or the first one but by the overall experience(the critics). It's littery the same as reading the first few pages of a book and writing a review about it, which is just dumb as ****(the critics).… Expand
  60. ChaseInY0Face
    Jun 28, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly this has been one of the strongest seasons of the show so far. It has been an emotional experience, and seeing all of this without prior knowledge from the books makes it all the more special. Episode 5 was one of the only times I have ever been devastated by a character, and it wasn't even a major character. This season has been FIRE compared o season 5 , and so far its on par with season 4 and 3 ( my favorites). EDIT: THE LAST TWO EPISODES WERE SOME OF THE BEST TV I'VE EVER SEEN. Holy cow the battle was amazing and the cinematography adn directing was so captivating. The finale was probably my favorite episode of the series due to the 20 minute lead in music and Lena Heady's amazing portrayal as Cersei. The BIG reveal happened and it was so very satisfying I teared up. These last two episodes paired with episode 5 "The Door" has catapulted this season was above season 5, and that's why this needs to be at something higher than a 73. You cannot as a reputable reviewer place a season's grade based off the first episode. This season was beyond amazing and I wouldn't be surprised if the show swept the Emmys like last year. I personally cannot wait until season 7, and I hope George RR Martin releases the next book soon so I can experience both of these amazing stories.… Expand
  61. CraigMcNeill
    Jun 28, 2016
    9
    The season may have began slowly as it usually does, but then it started picking up pace and with introducing characters long forgotten and those who were still fresh in our memories, i believe the show finally rounded off perfectly. It finally gave the fans what they've been wanting (and expecting) for many seasons now and with the final 3 episodes of the series, Game of Thrones createdThe season may have began slowly as it usually does, but then it started picking up pace and with introducing characters long forgotten and those who were still fresh in our memories, i believe the show finally rounded off perfectly. It finally gave the fans what they've been wanting (and expecting) for many seasons now and with the final 3 episodes of the series, Game of Thrones created some of the best television episodes anyone has ever seen in this golden age of TV. GoT may have lulled in the middle episodes of the series and nearly bored people at times but it delivered some top quality programmes just when it needed to and that's all we as fans could ask for. I for one cannot wait until season 7 hits the screens next April !… Expand
  62. GuytFromWayBack
    Jun 28, 2016
    10
    Scrolling through these reviews it seems that everybody has rated the entire series on the first episode. This season has been fantastic, full of action and emotion, some of the best episodes in the whole series have been in season 6, The Door, Battle of the Bastards, and The Winds of Winter were all incredible and while some episodes were slower than others I still enjoyed every moment. IScrolling through these reviews it seems that everybody has rated the entire series on the first episode. This season has been fantastic, full of action and emotion, some of the best episodes in the whole series have been in season 6, The Door, Battle of the Bastards, and The Winds of Winter were all incredible and while some episodes were slower than others I still enjoyed every moment. I seriously don't want to wait another year to watch more...… Expand
  63. M_Marco_M
    Jun 28, 2016
    2
    The poorest aspect of the season are the dialogues, they are just terrible, especially if compared to the masterpieces of the first few seasons. Some of the characters seems to be doing things in completely random way just for the sake of making the show works. Side characters with little or no importance tend to have a huge attention (Blackfish for example) at the expenses of the timeThe poorest aspect of the season are the dialogues, they are just terrible, especially if compared to the masterpieces of the first few seasons. Some of the characters seems to be doing things in completely random way just for the sake of making the show works. Side characters with little or no importance tend to have a huge attention (Blackfish for example) at the expenses of the time dedicated to the main plot to which they do no contribute in any way. The last two episodes were a bit better but only because something finally happened. Loved the soundtrack of the last episodes.… Expand
  64. ToFewViews
    Jun 27, 2016
    9
    When comparing this season to the rest of Game of Thrones there are somethings this season does much better and other parts where it falls short. When it comes to action and plot progression this season is full of it and some of the best of it. The pure level of detail and perfection that went into the effects,CGI and everything else is amazing. The massive battles and new level of CGIWhen comparing this season to the rest of Game of Thrones there are somethings this season does much better and other parts where it falls short. When it comes to action and plot progression this season is full of it and some of the best of it. The pure level of detail and perfection that went into the effects,CGI and everything else is amazing. The massive battles and new level of CGI really add the this season and especially to the level of action. The plot is very interesting and it's nice to see that even tho the TV series is passing the books it's still able to keep the plot interesting. One part that didn't quite feel the same was the writing for a few of the characters, some characters felt like they had much less depth then before and it caused others to seem much more deep and interesting. This season has moments that will leave you speechless, some that may bring a tear to your eye and some parts you may of seen from a mile away. But most GoT fans will enjoy this season.… Expand
  65. MEFzelder
    Jun 27, 2016
    8
    La sexta temporada de “Game of Thrones” llegó para continuar superándose, cada vez el desarrollo de la acción es más épico, los personajes siguen creciendo y todo se establece al punto de maduración que ya permite sentir que todo fluye hacia el cauce conclusivo de la saga.
    Ésta es el primer año en que la producción televisiva no tiene la estructura de los libros de George R.R. Martin y lo    La sexta temporada de “Game of Thrones” llegó para continuar superándose, cada vez el desarrollo de la acción es más épico, los personajes siguen creciendo y todo se establece al punto de maduración que ya permite sentir que todo fluye hacia el cauce conclusivo de la saga.
    Ésta es el primer año en que la producción televisiva no tiene la estructura de los libros de George R.R. Martin y lo resuelve bastante bien, el estilo de narración sigue manteniéndose con eventos tan crudos y sorpresivos como siempre. De los diez episodios se puede destacar el regreso de varios personajes que no estuvieron presentes en años anteriores con roles muy relevantes.
    Sobre el contenido de los episodios lo más trascendental sucede en el Norte con Sansa, y en Essos con Daenerys, quienes retoman su historia en la condición de damiselas en apuros y a lo largo de cada capítulo van reconstruyéndose para tener un rol más participativo en la lucha por sus objetivos.
    Ésta no es la mejor de todas las temporadas de “Game of Thrones” pero aun así es muy buena, hay uno o dos episodios que dilatan mucho la espera de los acontecimientos importantes, pero sin dudas es la que ha requerido mayor esfuerzo de producción, logrando una de las mejores escenas de batallas de la serie y dejando mucha expectativa sobre el futuro de Westeros.    … Expand
  66. TheQuietGamer
    Jun 27, 2016
    9
    While season 6 did maintain the slow pace of the previous season early on, It quickly began to push things forward. The results are far more satisfying than season 5. It actually does a lot to get the series back on track (not that it strayed too far in the first place).

    The strength of this season is that it really sets up the endgame. All the pieces are coming together and the end is    While season 6 did maintain the slow pace of the previous season early on, It quickly began to push things forward. The results are far more satisfying than season 5. It actually does a lot to get the series back on track (not that it strayed too far in the first place).

    The strength of this season is that it really sets up the endgame. All the pieces are coming together and the end is in sight. With some truly incredible moments, the always artful direction, big reveals, and many additions to the ever-growing body count, season 6 packs huge shocks and moments that will stand as some of the best this series has.

    It won't be long until we see all these characters come together in some way. Season 6 makes that clear. It does so by delivering satisfying and emotional moments with it's 10 episodes. It's last two episodes in particular bring back that sense of shock and danger the first 4 had. It takes a bit, but once it gets going it doesn't stop. It keeps ramping up until it's conclusion and sets the bar for season 7 incredibly high. The wait will be almost unbearable. Especially given the promise that it will be even better than this one. Possibly even the best yet.

    Regardless season 6 delivers. To make it matters evern more impressive it does so almost entirely without guidance from George R.R. Martin. Having moved past the novels, the show branches out into this new territory with a huge sense of confidence. You barely even notice they aren't following the novels anymore. I myself almost forgot when writing this review. Season 6 is just all around excellent. A step up from the admittedly disappointing season 5. This is no time to give up on Westeros. It's stories are still going strong.

    9.3/10    … Expand
  67. MisterGutsy
    Jun 27, 2016
    9
    Season 6 of Game of Thrones has came to an unfortunate end and what a brilliant season it has been.
    Battle Of The Bastards and Winds Of Winter are 2 of the best episodes of not just Game of Thrones but anything i have seen on Television. Battle Of The Bastards saw the truly epic battle between Jon and Ramsay's army which left viewers with the satisfying death of Ramsay Bolton who will go    Season 6 of Game of Thrones has came to an unfortunate end and what a brilliant season it has been.
    Battle Of The Bastards and Winds Of Winter are 2 of the best episodes of not just Game of Thrones but anything i have seen on Television. Battle Of The Bastards saw the truly epic battle between Jon and Ramsay's army which left viewers with the satisfying death of Ramsay Bolton who will go down as the best villain Game of Thrones ever had. Then we had the most recent episode Winds Of Winter.

    Winds Of Winter is without a doubt the most jaw dropping and sensational hour of television i have ever witnessed. From the Wildfire killing everybody in the Sept of Baelor to the assassination of Walder Frey it was pretty hard to pick what made this episode so special. We also got to see something that fans have been asking for since the show first started. Is R+L=J true? Well, i can happily confirm that this is true and that we finally know that Jon is a Targaryen.

    The scene that confirms this is so emotionally exhausting as people have been waiting for years to see if this was true and the payoff was incredible.

    Overall, season 6 is without a doubt one of my favourite seasons on this show as it is both powerful in writing and beautiful in visuals.

    9/10    … Expand
  68. night4
    Jun 27, 2016
    8
    No season of Game of Thrones will ever be as good as the first, but this one is close. The only part that was bad was Arya's storyline. Just take a peek on Reddit and see all the people just as confused by her story as I was.

    Other than that, great stuff, especially the finale.
  69. FireOccator
    Jun 27, 2016
    7
    This season has all the good elements of Game of Thrones. However, Dorne is really badly written, but it's screen time is shrunk to almost a single episode. Also the series seems to have dropped realistic time flow.
  70. TheApplegnome
    Jun 27, 2016
    8
    The sixth and perhaps the riskiest season (due to the books) of GoT shines with the same character depth as always – but with more visual glamor and of course, twists. It’s fun to see the continuous journey of our beloved characters, good as bad ones. It’s one hell of a ride with many turns, and the scope have greatly gone bigger – there aren’t that many of the main characters left and theThe sixth and perhaps the riskiest season (due to the books) of GoT shines with the same character depth as always – but with more visual glamor and of course, twists. It’s fun to see the continuous journey of our beloved characters, good as bad ones. It’s one hell of a ride with many turns, and the scope have greatly gone bigger – there aren’t that many of the main characters left and the action is greatly superior. The plot continues to introduce new storylines, and it might be too many for the show’s own good but we love it don’t we. It’s one hell of a show, but it might have some small fragments of predictability, expositions, pacing issues & rushed moments throughout some of the episodes. Add the fact that it might have become a bit fan-service-ish & stretched out yes; well it’s not flawless! But let’s not forget what makes the show so great. It’s the characters -- their interactions, personalities and journey through this world that really matters. It’s the continuation we all wanted – especially the season finale! Can’t wait for season 7!

    Overall personal rating for each episode: 79.1/100
    Overall critical rating for each episode: 87/100

    Personal rating: 83/100
    Critical rating: 85/100    … Expand
  71. Vibalist
    Jun 27, 2016
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This show is becoming so neat. Not neat in a good way, but neat in the sense that somehow everything magically ties together, and/or works out perfectly for the good guys. Benjen shows up again as blatant fanservice (just in the nick of time to save Bran, of course), Daenerys is suddenly able to control her uncontrollable dragon out of nowhere because the plot requires it, Sam steals a valuable sword without his controlling father or anyone else noticing, and earlier in the season we've had that terrible tent burning scene with Dany, Jon Snow coming back to life despite the fact that the logical conclusion to character arc should've been his death, Yara managing to steal a whole fleet because apparently no one on the entire Iron Islands was guarding it. Not to mention that characters are suddenly able to kill their own family members left and right without repercussion, as seen with Ramsay and the Sand Snakes. Didn't this use to be a grave offense, something that you couldn't just do? Isn't that why Joffrey, for instance, didn't just kill Tyrion, despite the fact he was the king?

    I don't remember the earlier seasons breaking their own established rules to such a ridiculous extent. The reason they moved along so slowly was because characters couldn't just walk up to each other and kill each other without consequence, and the reason they felt tense and exciting was because you truly didn't know who would bite the bullet the next time. Does anyone honestly feel the least bit afraid for Dany, Jon Snow, Tyrion or Bran? You just know these guys will pull through and go on to do the most boring, heroic stuff you can imagine, probably in that huge 'final battle' that everyone keeps pining for, that shouldn't logically happen because GoT isn't (or at least didn't used to be) Lord of the Rings.

    I could be wrong about all of this and the show could surprise me, but I'm not holding my breath.    … Expand
  72. Androu
    Jun 26, 2016
    10
    This is the best thing I have seen since the last seasons of Breaking Bad. I really don't know how to express how good was this season. I really think is the best thing I have seen in the television. Please, watch it all.
  73. LittleHooah
    Jun 22, 2016
    6
    Not coherent anymore and with a lot of poor writings. The story is super fast compared to the earlier seasons , with super short episodes and, funny enough, with tons and tons of filler scenes. Seriously, that's the first season where i skipped 20% of the episodes just because they were outright insulting fillers. The worst season by now.
  74. MAGA_Man
    Jun 20, 2016
    0
    This has always been a guilty pleasure show and it's never been truly good, but at least for the first few seasons it made some resonant points about the nature of power, nobility, myth, and warfare. The quality sure fell off quick though, and now in the 6th season it's just a bloodthirsty, degenerate cartoon with no point except to let nerds talk around the water cooler about who gotThis has always been a guilty pleasure show and it's never been truly good, but at least for the first few seasons it made some resonant points about the nature of power, nobility, myth, and warfare. The quality sure fell off quick though, and now in the 6th season it's just a bloodthirsty, degenerate cartoon with no point except to let nerds talk around the water cooler about who got killed off. Shame!

    This season was especially notable for its weird sexual politics. They wrecked the best female characters by taking multifaceted and interesting women and insultingly turning them into one-note Mary Sues (Arya, Sansa, Brienne, and especially Daenerys) who spend all their time smirking and snarking at people. Dany especially does almost nothing but smirk through half-closed eyes in every scene she's in, it's pretty comical once you pay attention to it.

    Meanwhile the male characters are all either defenseless cripples (Tyrion, Varys, Theon, Doran), servile bootlickers of women (Daario, Jon Snow, Littlefinger, Podrick, Grey Worm, Samwell), or both (Jorah, Jaime). Honestly the only likable guy on the show this season was Ramsay Bolton, since he actually seemed to be having fun and acting on his own volition. So the women are all trying to be men (with hilarious results) a bunch of the men literally have their balls cut off, and the only people who could find this mess entertaining are nerds who are very confused about human sexual dimorphism.

    They should make spin-off shows about Bronn picking tavern fights and Margaery making power plays in the royal court with charm and guile, because everything else on this show sucks now.    … Expand
  75. Windolicker
    Jun 20, 2016
    6
    This WAS one of my favorite shows of all time. Am I going crazy here or does Game of Thrones just not have the same amazing qualities that it used to have? When I am forced to watch an awful show on NBC or Fox with my girlfriend, there is a cheesiness and soap opera type feel to the shows. They seem dumbed down for the general populous. That is part of the reason why Game of Thrones was soThis WAS one of my favorite shows of all time. Am I going crazy here or does Game of Thrones just not have the same amazing qualities that it used to have? When I am forced to watch an awful show on NBC or Fox with my girlfriend, there is a cheesiness and soap opera type feel to the shows. They seem dumbed down for the general populous. That is part of the reason why Game of Thrones was so amazing for the first 4 seasons, it didn't care if you didn't like it. Now that George RR Martin isn't as big of a part of the show, the writers seem to be trying to make it more palatable to the masses. It is as if the writers are glad that they finally got rid of Martin and can now start making a canned and pre packaged show....business as usual. I hardly watch TV anymore just for this reason. And am I seriously the only one who thinks the actress who plays Daenerys is obnoxious? It would take a few pages to explain my point of view on this but she drives me crazy. What should be one of the best storylines in the series is ruined by her awful acting. Anyway, the show is still good, definitely worth watching.… Expand
  76. aburnstorm
    Jun 19, 2016
    4
    The show has lost its way. The focus has shifted to predictable plot lines, and characters are becoming one dimensional. The show does not even feel it necessary to pretend that the characters matter or may change anymore, rather they are just trying as fast as possible to push things to a conclusion. Poor writing in overall story structure and character development. I mean if RamsayThe show has lost its way. The focus has shifted to predictable plot lines, and characters are becoming one dimensional. The show does not even feel it necessary to pretend that the characters matter or may change anymore, rather they are just trying as fast as possible to push things to a conclusion. Poor writing in overall story structure and character development. I mean if Ramsay had an entire army, why is EVERY single one of them evil? Or assumed to be evil since underdeveloped? The battle for the Wall was hard because you wanted people on both sides to win. Ramsay cannot command just because he says so. A few misguided, but strong characters (for example from the Karstarks) might have helped this. But that is just one line. EVERY story thread has this problem now. They are obviously bored or just don't know how to keep the show going. Will maybe watch again in the future, but I'm going to drop and go out for more surprising and engaging stories.… Expand
  77. Calasade
    Jun 9, 2016
    2
    Writing is way inferior to that for the previous five seasons. Convenient saves and seems like no one good ever stays dead. At this point I anticipate Robb and Lady Starke to come back from the dead.
  78. Jkling1967
    Jun 6, 2016
    1
    This series has lost it. Should be renamed game of drones. No action. No direction. Too many story lines so there is no depth to anything. The writing is poor. What a bummer!
  79. vankar
    May 31, 2016
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This season its a disgrace for the show and the books.it started from season 4 but now its even worse.the story follow irrational path and the actions that happens don't have real consequences. a great example is the dorne part. The paramour ellaria sand murders prince doran (beloved brother of her love) to avenge the death of her love(only because he dint share with her his plans) and after the murder no one call this treason and send them to death some "sands" murder the prince of their country and its all ok (hope they not call themselves queens/ princess and whatever else) . All this cause in the past season dorne dint go well in views (cause they butchered it) Many other thing happens like killing all the cgi wolfs fast without the right pacing . i rly loved the series until 3rd season, i tolerated 4 and 5 but i cant watch this anymore they go just for the shock value without the story behind it… Expand
  80. deck
    May 31, 2016
    4
    Will the winter ever come? Did the people of Westeros still care about? Does Daenerys have Dragons? Did the Lords care about? Is there a game of lords with intensions? Was there a fantasy world which became to life? Lets rush out boring side plots untill nobody care about the series anymore!!!succesful money grab!
  81. Jspotter89
    May 31, 2016
    10
    Metacritic needs to stop doing TV reviews until they figure out how to handle the fact that, unlike a movie, album, or video game, the content cannot be judged solely on the first episode or two of a 10-episode or more season. Honestly, unless you're willing to put in the work and include and update aggregate reviews for each and every episode, than do not review TV show's seasons untilMetacritic needs to stop doing TV reviews until they figure out how to handle the fact that, unlike a movie, album, or video game, the content cannot be judged solely on the first episode or two of a 10-episode or more season. Honestly, unless you're willing to put in the work and include and update aggregate reviews for each and every episode, than do not review TV show's seasons until they come to a conclusion!

    Or hell, try this. Have a Metacritic aggregate score for each episode of a TV show. If that were the case, I would say that a 73 rating for Game of Thrones, Season 6, Episode 1 would be fair. It was a table-setting episode that was forced to address the many cliffhangers left at the end of Season 5, and thus felt rushed in places.

    But the thing is that, since the first episode, Season 6 of Game of Thrones has been undoubtedly its best season yet. The pace has ramped up, major events are taking place in every episode, and the ending to the series is within sight. The characters and storylines that are secondary to the final conflict are being culled, and by Season 7 we should have White Walkers beyond the Wall, dragons in Westeros, and the city of King's Landing in ruins.

    It is a travesty that a site as highly relied upon for critical response to media as Metacritic will have such a profoundly inaccurate score for this season of Game of Thrones, all because it's first episode was moderately worse than the rest of the season. A new system for reviewing TV seasons is needed, and is needed as soon as possible.    … Expand
  82. jlplatten
    May 31, 2016
    10
    I'm 6 episodes in, and this show is still amazing! Not sure why the critics gave it an average rating below 90 for the first season. Maybe they were unhappy with the fact that HBO withheld episodes for their early review to prevent any leaks from happening. If that's the case, they're big babies. This show is progressing the story better than the books, because this is the first seasonI'm 6 episodes in, and this show is still amazing! Not sure why the critics gave it an average rating below 90 for the first season. Maybe they were unhappy with the fact that HBO withheld episodes for their early review to prevent any leaks from happening. If that's the case, they're big babies. This show is progressing the story better than the books, because this is the first season where they have no book material as a source.… Expand
  83. cucukatu
    May 31, 2016
    0
    It makes one's jaw drop if you compare how lazy and unexciting and illogical this show has become to what it used to be.
    It is as if the show runners are trying everything they can to prove they are capable of ruining what was one of the greatest show of all time, simply because they can.
    The show used to have great pacing, smart dialog, a yummy heavy atmosphere and care worthy    It makes one's jaw drop if you compare how lazy and unexciting and illogical this show has become to what it used to be.
    It is as if the show runners are trying everything they can to prove they are capable of ruining what was one of the greatest show of all time, simply because they can.
    The show used to have great pacing, smart dialog, a yummy heavy atmosphere and care worthy characters like the hound. There were also genuinely shocking scenes like the red wedding that is surprising but still logical. Now they spend half an hour showing you Sam's family greeting each other before rushing to show yet another scene of dany riding a dragon and giving a speech. I am done with this.    … Expand
  84. akp333
    May 30, 2016
    6
    GoT has changed, shifting its focus away from the humanity of first four seasons. Relying more on magic and surprises, the show gets tweets, headlines, and reaction videos at the sacrifice of the great, complex, and coherent story it once was.
  85. wenlushiren
    May 29, 2016
    0
    After viewing the latest episode "blood of my blood', all I can say is I DO regret the 60 minutes wasted on this classic-turning-soap opera. The plot feels weak compared with previous seasons. The dialogue have no wits whatsoever, character`s motivations have no firm ground, all the twist either feels predictable or just pale because coming from no where.

    I have turned from wondering    After viewing the latest episode "blood of my blood', all I can say is I DO regret the 60 minutes wasted on this classic-turning-soap opera. The plot feels weak compared with previous seasons. The dialogue have no wits whatsoever, character`s motivations have no firm ground, all the twist either feels predictable or just pale because coming from no where.

    I have turned from wondering whats going on next in this intense series to struggling whether to waste once again my time and expectation in the next boring soulless and fragmented episode.

    Clearly, George. R. R. Martin`s masterpiece is ruined by the hand of Modern TV script writers. They are just not that into his WORLD!!!! Those screen writers just fills this show with so many modern T.V. gimmicks instead of taking GRRM`s colorful originality.

    Maybe only by isolation from the modern world`s noises, and sit next to an old PC, can one be as original in creating a huge imagination world as colorful as G.R.R.M.....    … Expand
  86. TrueReview01
    May 29, 2016
    0
    This new season of GOT has become more of the same TV soap opera junk that many late season big shows become. It is unfortunate, but true that the shows slowed to a snails pace. No tempo, just slogging through one episode to the next with the inevitable feeling that the show runners now haven't a clue how to write and present the series without G.R.R.M. The show is now so thin on storyThis new season of GOT has become more of the same TV soap opera junk that many late season big shows become. It is unfortunate, but true that the shows slowed to a snails pace. No tempo, just slogging through one episode to the next with the inevitable feeling that the show runners now haven't a clue how to write and present the series without G.R.R.M. The show is now so thin on story that most scenes are so lacking of any context, and missing any depth. The series is now all foreground, within each scene, plot line, and character. Thin, and just going through the motions. I'm sure GRRM will always wish he'd had kept control, or made the show take a hiatus until he finished it himself. Bad on HBO for forcing this show in this way, and it seems there has been a change in HBO that they'd bungle their super show so seriously.… Expand
  87. Q8yty
    May 27, 2016
    10
    deep story line its remind me of The lord of the rings how can be deep in such a movie with 3+ hr watching per part
    and yet there are more to tell about wizards and elf history
  88. EnglishClass13
    May 26, 2016
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm a big fan of Game of Thrones. However, I'm a little bit disappointed by Season 6.
    Jon Snow's resurrection was SO PREDICTABLE... in addition, I don't like the character because I think he has no charisma. He seems to be passive.
    Tyrion is my favourite character, but for the moment, the scenes where he appears aren't very thrilling. But I'm sure he's preparing something, so let's wait ! The most interesting scenes are Bran's. We know more about Hodor.
    As far as the music is concerned, it's very entertaining and it highlights the suspense. It's very touching too, especially during Hodor's very last scene. I didn't cry, but I was so gutted !
    To sum up, for the moment, the scenes are a little bit slow, but I'm waiting for more actions, and more funny quotes by Tyrion and Circei ;-)    … Expand
  89. flixit101
    May 25, 2016
    10
    This show is still as great as the previous seasons despite surpassing the books. I had been worried at the start, that without the guidance of the books the show would fall dramatically into an endless cycle of cliche writing and cliche events. However, the directors and the show did not prove my fears to be true as it still has the same tension, surprises and endless deaths that we allThis show is still as great as the previous seasons despite surpassing the books. I had been worried at the start, that without the guidance of the books the show would fall dramatically into an endless cycle of cliche writing and cliche events. However, the directors and the show did not prove my fears to be true as it still has the same tension, surprises and endless deaths that we all know and love. It still has the whole world talking about the shocking twists and turns that occur in each episode, which is something quite phenomenal.
    #HoldtheDoor    … Expand
  90. renirules
    May 25, 2016
    10
    I don't write many reviews. However I feel the need to weigh in on this one. The premiere episode wasn't very strong hence the lower and misleading Metacritic score. However, I can honestly say after episode 5 that this is the strongest first half to any Game of Thrones season yet.
    There are a lot of positives here, most of the storylines are moving at jet pace which is welcome. Jon,    I don't write many reviews. However I feel the need to weigh in on this one. The premiere episode wasn't very strong hence the lower and misleading Metacritic score. However, I can honestly say after episode 5 that this is the strongest first half to any Game of Thrones season yet.
    There are a lot of positives here, most of the storylines are moving at jet pace which is welcome. Jon, Sansa, Dany and Bran's storylines have been particularly compelling. And while Arya is still floundering in Braavos. There is potential and a lot to look forward to as well.
    Its not perfect however, the dialogue while good is not as sharp as we're used to seeing but that's to be expected as we're now almost fully liberated from George's material (while George has years to write the books the writers only have a few months to pen a script), the sand snakes also still look like they belong in another show and the show also seems to be forgetting the strong anti-war message in the books by its over glorification of violence.
    But to conclude, overall its been excellent and its Game of Thrones seems to be back to its very best, its miles ahead of season 5 and it still has the potential to be the best season yet.    … Expand
  91. blueadept7
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Having read all the books a couple of times, i am always appalled when they mess with the plot, but in this case, it becomes something else. so far, i am happily watching with glee, [except for the tears of anguish for Hodor's sacrifice] as usual characters in great form, and following happily along in the roles made for them, Good form!
  92. Jwolf1980
    May 25, 2016
    10
    The reviews for this season leave me scratching my head. Shame on "professional" publications for reviewing a whole season based on one episode and on metacritic for allowing this. It's known that the first four episodes weren't screened for critics this season because of last year's leak. Had they been, these reviews would have been phenomenal as usual. Anyway, this season has been elite.The reviews for this season leave me scratching my head. Shame on "professional" publications for reviewing a whole season based on one episode and on metacritic for allowing this. It's known that the first four episodes weren't screened for critics this season because of last year's leak. Had they been, these reviews would have been phenomenal as usual. Anyway, this season has been elite. A return to form after a subpar season 5. The Door was the most emotionally devastating and poignant episode for me this far.… Expand
  93. Razv
    May 24, 2016
    10
    Beautifully written and expertly directed, it's as clear as day that the team is getting more and more skilled by the season. The scenes are filmed with the utmost precision, dragging you into the atmosphere we know and love, but also providing great depth to the character development and the plotline surrounding them. A masterfully done tv-show that can still improve, but has definitelyBeautifully written and expertly directed, it's as clear as day that the team is getting more and more skilled by the season. The scenes are filmed with the utmost precision, dragging you into the atmosphere we know and love, but also providing great depth to the character development and the plotline surrounding them. A masterfully done tv-show that can still improve, but has definitely improved by a big margin since we first sarted. Exceptional!… Expand
  94. JasonR
    May 23, 2016
    0
    I gave the first episode a 7. That was hasty. This is turning out to be the best season of GOT yet. Maybe because as a book reader I dont know whats going to happen, but its been amazing since Episode 2.
  95. desoul
    May 22, 2016
    5
    *deleting review* I thought this was for the first episode and not for the entire season (I wish i can just delete this review and my score as well).
    .
  96. MADAFRO
    May 18, 2016
    8
    First few episodes were not as captivation as I would have hoped, but slowly they are picking up momentum. Episode 4 all the major characters have assumed their roles and I can not wait to see how everything is going to progress.
  97. imthenoob
    May 18, 2016
    6
    It started off poorly at first but as the season progressed, It's gotten better and better. Some of the side story lines (Greyjoys, Martells) are awful but the main plots are tying together quite nicely.
  98. Exclusif
    May 16, 2016
    0
    Man I was looking forward to season 6, but... it's just absolute garbage. I could barely finish episode 4. Everything is 3 leagues below previous seasons, yes even the acting is less inspired. Seriously, what is going on here?
  99. Deego
    May 16, 2016
    1
    It really hurts me to admit this but it already was coming. Since the fifth season, he felt that Game of Thrones would worsen the quality. And it is now at its climax.
    Game of Thrones is not what it once was. There is no intelligent, complicated and exciting dialogues as in the first 4 seasons. To generate an impression, they believe that they should kill someone by surprise. It looks    It really hurts me to admit this but it already was coming. Since the fifth season, he felt that Game of Thrones would worsen the quality. And it is now at its climax.
    Game of Thrones is not what it once was. There is no intelligent, complicated and exciting dialogues as in the first 4 seasons. To generate an impression, they believe that they should kill someone by surprise. It looks like a show of many. It has become very predictable, exaggerated, forced and tedious.    … Expand
  100. shoulderoforion
    May 16, 2016
    8
    Update for my 4 rating : The last two episodes (3 & 4) have been so good I had to re-evaluate this season entirely, when Game of Thones is on it's the best television show I've ever seen
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Time
    Reviewed by: Daniel D'Addario
    Apr 26, 2016
    70
    In short, it was an episode of Game of Thrones, a show with little interest in or aptitude for self-editing. The aspects that worked were no better-written or more artfully shot than those that fell slightly flat; they simply had a sense of urgency that was, even by the standards of a show whose premieres are slow going, was absent elsewhere.
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  2. Hitfix
    Reviewed by: Alan Sepinwall
    Apr 25, 2016
    70
    Surprise has its place, and isn't mandatory in a table-setting episode like this, which did its best to catch us up on most of the characters (while skipping over the likes of Littlefinger, Sam, and Hot Pie) and show us where their stories may be headed after all that went down at the end of last season.
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  3. IndieWire
    Reviewed by: Liz Shannon Miller
    Apr 25, 2016
    91
    The bodies still pile up in a sprawling episode full of ongoing storylines, but there's a definite sense that there's hope for some of these hopeless sorts. ... [Arya's] journey, as a young woman in a severely patriarchal society, has always been extremely compelling, but with every season, she gets more agency and strength, and becomes even more captivating.
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