Game of Thrones

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Season 7
  • Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: Apr 17, 2011
Season #: 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1044 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 817 out of 1044
  2. Mixed: 105 out of 1044
  3. Negative: 122 out of 1044
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  1. Angel_Sigh
    Jul 18, 2017
    7
    Around about the fifth/sixth series something happened to Game Of Thrones. Up until then it had been a diamond-hard, intense, unpredictable and ruthlessly realistic show, with characters who were terrible and cruel and funny and human, and who could never be reduced to the kind of goodie/baddie cliches that we were all so used to in fantasy fare like this.
    Most importantly, never once did    Around about the fifth/sixth series something happened to Game Of Thrones. Up until then it had been a diamond-hard, intense, unpredictable and ruthlessly realistic show, with characters who were terrible and cruel and funny and human, and who could never be reduced to the kind of goodie/baddie cliches that we were all so used to in fantasy fare like this.
    Most importantly, never once did it pander to its fans and give them 'what they want'. The red wedding episode is, in my opinion, a turning point for modern mainstream television and a clarion call for everyone who wants artists to surprise them rather than simply please them. And the sad thing is that something like the red wedding won't happen again in GOT, can't happen again in GOT, because the people now leading the show do not think like G R R Martin; they don't have the cold, logical, politically realistic view of the world that he has. They don't see the world of Westeros in the same way as he did.

    And so we are left with season 7 of Game Of Thrones, which is great to look at, still has some excellent characters, has a thrilling central narrative and is consistently enjoyable...and yet almost everything about the show that made it special has gone - gone is the slow mysteriousness of the way magic affected the world, and how powerful its effects might be; gone is the consistency of behaviour of the characters; gone are the logical, rigorous, entirely believable politics of the various kingdoms; most importantly, gone is the dizzying tension that came from knowing that the lives and deaths of even the most powerful characters were governed not by the demands of the viewers but by the demands of the storyline.
    So we have a show which is still better than most things on television, is still compulsive, but has become flabby and soft and conventional where once it was as tight as a drum and unpredictable as the weather. It has become an enjoyable but ordinary show, and that's the most frustrating thing, because for a long while it was truly unique.    … Expand
  2. dangers
    Jul 25, 2017
    10
    Only 2 episodes in season 7 and I'm already loving it. I think it will only get better from here. Finally all that was built up in the first 6 seasons is happening and that makes me so satisfied and so proud for being a fan of the show. Another must-see season of Game of Thrones.
  3. VCLoredo
    Jul 16, 2017
    10
    Perhaps the best first episode since season four's "Two Swords". The dialogue has recaptured a lot that was lost in the last 2 seasons. The performances are great, mainly the big improvement in the performance by Pilou Asbæk as Euron Greyjoy. With Westeros looking smaller than ever, the stories have already started to collide in magnificent ways thanks to the winter, a time for wolves.
  4. chidime
    Jul 17, 2017
    10
    Excellent premiere. If this is what the rest of the season looks like, then we should be prepared for the best GoT season yet. The pacing is just right, the acting top-notch, the settings/cinematography is somehow even more stunning than usual, and unlike some other seasons, the stories that were focused on are well selected/relevant. Can't wait for the rest of it. I'll be updating myExcellent premiere. If this is what the rest of the season looks like, then we should be prepared for the best GoT season yet. The pacing is just right, the acting top-notch, the settings/cinematography is somehow even more stunning than usual, and unlike some other seasons, the stories that were focused on are well selected/relevant. Can't wait for the rest of it. I'll be updating my score/review periodically to reflect any changes to opinion, though I have a feeling the score won't be changing.… Expand
  5. SchroederRock
    Aug 30, 2017
    10
    I don't understand people - specifically professional journalists, reviewing an entire season of Game of Thrones (or any show for that matter) on one single episode. Because most/all of these publications don't have advanced access to the series, their reviews are pretty much worthless. As for me, two episodes in and I'm enjoying everything that's happening. The stories aren't asI don't understand people - specifically professional journalists, reviewing an entire season of Game of Thrones (or any show for that matter) on one single episode. Because most/all of these publications don't have advanced access to the series, their reviews are pretty much worthless. As for me, two episodes in and I'm enjoying everything that's happening. The stories aren't as vastly-numbered, making it easier for me to follow the show, and the action is seemingly more readily available. The future in terms of the narrative are also intriguing as the remnants of the Stark family seem to be on a path of reuniting (nothing is certain and nothing has been made apparent in that regard, so not a spoiler) and the focus shifts on the White Walkers and the two major forces remaining in the 7 Kingdoms (Lanister and Targaryen). After watching this shorter 7-episode season, which caps it all off with an extended season finale (1 hr 20 mins), I have to say this was my favorite season of GoT yet. The pacing is superb, there are big stories to unravel and as everything slowly fuses together the show suddenly becomes more cohesive than it ever had been. With only one more season to go it's sad to think that the mayhem is going to scale up a bit before it all comes to a sudden close. The only good news is that, despite an even shorter season 8 (6 episodes are planned), those episodes are going to be movie-length. I've never loved this show more than I do now after the season 7 finale.… Expand
  6. TimW001
    Jul 17, 2017
    9
    Fantastic episode. They've clearly cut away as much as they could and have five main characters with clear directions. If the first episode of season 7 is an indication of the quality and tone for the rest of the season then it will be great.
  7. SuperKev
    Jul 16, 2017
    10
    Amazing that this show stays so good. EP1 is a table setting episode but yet still epic and enthralling as any of the EP1's in previous seasons. The plot is now quite fast moving. The quality of the acting, sets and graphics is still tip top notch.
  8. donrene
    Aug 6, 2017
    10
    episode 4 is the best episode of the season yet. there is no movie or series that I have enjoyed more than Game of Thrones simply put. the battle scene was absolutely intense and my brain felt like it was percolating with so many characters. I'm very much enjoyed the scene in the cave with Jon Snow and our Queen of dragons.
  9. chasecunningham
    Jul 16, 2017
    10
    The end is near. This season starts at a brisk pace, and never lets down for the entirety of its run. The sequences are gorgeous, and there are no filler scenes. With only 12 episodes left for the show I cannot wait to see what happens and I am eagerly waiting for each sunday night!
  10. JorgeLestre
    Jul 17, 2017
    10
    'Game of Thrones' is the biggest, most rich television series in the entire universe. The premiere keeps it solid, even if we don't have great battle scenes yet.
  11. dramatickid
    Aug 28, 2017
    7
    The only good things about season 7 are the special effects and the battle sequences which are better than ever. Direction in still on point too but everything else has sadly dropped in quality: dialogues are mostly embarrassing (Dany??) and the screenplay is not on the same level as the previous seasons.
  12. Bibliographer
    Jul 17, 2017
    9
    Very nice recap & setup episode to establish and kick off the season. Arya compares Freys and Lannisters. Sam compares food input and output. Cersei and Dany compare maps. Sansa and Jon compare life experiences & leadership styles. Many of the reduced number of characters get great moments, some lighthearted, and most of them can reflect on where they've been and where they're headed.
  13. TheFreeman148
    Aug 7, 2017
    10
    They should seriously wait to review the season AFTER the season is over because after the first 4 episodes I would go as far to say that this is the most exciting, and compelling season of the show thus far and if the set pieces are this elaborate in just the 4th episode, then the rest of this season is going to have us gasping for breathe until the last credits roll
  14. Debaser7
    Jul 17, 2017
    10
    First of all, why is season 6 rated lower than the rest of the seasons? ok... Fantastic first episode for season 7. It's to the point, pacing is much faster (although i wish GOT would last 10 seasons, it's not going to happen) Special effects are on par with what you'd see on the big screen, and the dialogue and acting is fantastic, of course. The North Remembers, and we remember why GameFirst of all, why is season 6 rated lower than the rest of the seasons? ok... Fantastic first episode for season 7. It's to the point, pacing is much faster (although i wish GOT would last 10 seasons, it's not going to happen) Special effects are on par with what you'd see on the big screen, and the dialogue and acting is fantastic, of course. The North Remembers, and we remember why Game Of Thrones is one of the best TV shows ever made, in my opinion the only shows i've seen that i think are better are Breaking Bad and Mr Robot… Expand
  15. XxRavensong
    Aug 8, 2017
    10
    With Every episode of Season 7 it brings you closer to the edge of your seat. Why this show is not number one is beyond me. HBO and G.R.R.M have created a blockbuster Masterpiece.
  16. ShiArch
    Jul 25, 2017
    7
    It amazes me how many people think this is the last session when it has been confirmed that there is going to be a session 8.
    It also amazes me how people are trying to defend the pacing of the show when the 7th session is going to have only 7 episodes (confirmed by HBO). Yes only 7 episodes and they are mostly just moving the pieces around.
    I know 7 is bit harsh rating for GoT but I am    It amazes me how many people think this is the last session when it has been confirmed that there is going to be a session 8.
    It also amazes me how people are trying to defend the pacing of the show when the 7th session is going to have only 7 episodes (confirmed by HBO). Yes only 7 episodes and they are mostly just moving the pieces around.
    I know 7 is bit harsh rating for GoT but I am comparing it with itself or rather what incredible show it was in first 3 sessions and how it has slowed down in session 4, 5 and 6. Session 7 also follows the formula of slow start but ending the session with a bang so we are kept waiting for more.    … Expand
  17. valerian
    Sep 1, 2017
    7
    Tried watching this season after dropping the show after Season 4. Couldn't entirely, and fast forwarded through a lot of parts.

    It's visually impressive and entertaining to still be considered a good show, but the writing and story have been so watered down that it is no longer great. It is no longer the show that interested me since the first episode. I hope that this can be    Tried watching this season after dropping the show after Season 4. Couldn't entirely, and fast forwarded through a lot of parts.

    It's visually impressive and entertaining to still be considered a good show, but the writing and story have been so watered down that it is no longer great. It is no longer the show that interested me since the first episode.

    I hope that this can be salvaged in the last season, but considering how the last few seasons went, the chances are dim.

    7/10.    … Expand
  18. MGrahamWriter
    Jul 25, 2017
    10
    It took me five years to park my butt on a sofa and watch the show. I didn't expect the tidal wave of love that came. I watched all six seasons in under a month and then spent the last year watching them all over again and again and again, never tiring of it. It's easy to see why the show isn't well received by most due to the very raw production details and value but that's what I haveIt took me five years to park my butt on a sofa and watch the show. I didn't expect the tidal wave of love that came. I watched all six seasons in under a month and then spent the last year watching them all over again and again and again, never tiring of it. It's easy to see why the show isn't well received by most due to the very raw production details and value but that's what I have come to appreciate. The characters are beautifully layered, no one really appearing black and white though their motives may be. With Season 7 underway, I'm even more engrossed in Westeros and the wars to come!

    The episode "Dragonstone" was perfectly set up. I think the slow pace was perfect; not too much, not too little. With "Stormborn" following, that pace amped up dramatically and again, beautifully. The character development is stunning and the crossing of plots keeps things on a brisk pace! I'm truly terrified for the characters I've fallen madly in love with.

    Keep it up, GoT! :)    … Expand
  19. SquaredRen
    Aug 28, 2017
    7
    I've been watching this series since it premiered in season 1 back in 2011, and at this point it doesn't feel quite the same, yet no that different either. The quality of conversation and logic had been lost at this point (season 7). It feels too rushed, focused mostly on two characters instead of balanced cast like in the past seasons (pre season 6). Therefore, I did loved it for what itI've been watching this series since it premiered in season 1 back in 2011, and at this point it doesn't feel quite the same, yet no that different either. The quality of conversation and logic had been lost at this point (season 7). It feels too rushed, focused mostly on two characters instead of balanced cast like in the past seasons (pre season 6). Therefore, I did loved it for what it is, but I recognized it's not the same and that's sad. Overall, it's a season that serves to the fans, but stopped serving quality and cleverness.… Expand
  20. LarryFisher
    Nov 28, 2017
    10
    By far the best tv show this year, nothing even came close. Everything was perfect, it did everything I hopped for and even things I never even imagined.
  21. KitHarington
    Dec 18, 2017
    10
    There isn't much to say about this show that hasn't already been said. The characters are dynamic and deep, the multiple plot concept keeps audience members on the edge of their seats as twists and turns of beautiful written work comes to reality.
  22. PeterDicklage
    Dec 18, 2017
    10
    Do not believe any of those negative reviews. I honestly cannot understand why some reviewers have given this such a low rating. I think some people love the sound of their own voice and think their opinion is worth something and will be disagreeable simply for the sake of it.

    Having said that, this show is stunning. I have never read the books and now I want to. There is so much crap    Do not believe any of those negative reviews. I honestly cannot understand why some reviewers have given this such a low rating. I think some people love the sound of their own voice and think their opinion is worth something and will be disagreeable simply for the sake of it.

    Having said that, this show is stunning. I have never read the books and now I want to. There is so much crap on TV that is renewed year after year (CSI, House etc.) which uses cheap gags, pointless and sometimes ridiculous plots, unbelievable and many times one dimensional characters and yet all the truly great shows get cancelled.

    There is enough brain-dead television. But once in a while a show comes along that transports you to another world and makes you believe in the magic of television again. Game of Thrones is one such show.

    It is complex, multi-layered, surreal, vibrant, imaginative and it draws your eye in to the surprising level of detail, from the sweeping vistas, to the narrow dungeons, from the beautiful castles and magnificent trees, to the contrasting landscapes. It is worth watching just for the scenery alone.

    Yes the acting seems a little cold and even wooden at times, but this is perfectly in keeping with the medieval look and feel of the show. Yes it is dark and gloomy, but again in keeping with the narrative.

    The scripting is intelligent and well delivered by competent acting, led by Sean Bean perfectly cast as Lord Edard. Although Sean Bean is better known for brooding bad guys, he strikes the perfect balance between father, husband and Lord and soldier. He is well supported by other well known actors and many new to the scene.

    After watching and sometimes enjoying Camelot, this show makes that one look more like "Merlin" by comparison. And where Camelot lacks in depth and scripting, Game of Thrones strikes the perfect balance between brooding medieval angst and wonderful fantasy story telling.

    Even if you have never watched a fantasy show before, you should not miss this.    … Expand
  23. rodericrinehart
    Jul 24, 2017
    10
    This is the greatest TV show ever made, even better than Breaking Bad, Fargo, and The Americans. People rating it anywhere below an 8 have something wrong with them. If you are objective in analyzing its aspects - directing, editing, plot, setting, production value, sound, music, dialogue, etc. - it should average about a 9.5, and below an 8 is just criminal.
  24. white_du
    Jul 17, 2017
    10
    【预防老年痴呆纯剧透分梗】

    E1:主角几乎全部亮相 上一季无面者优秀学员艾瑞亚弄死瓦德·佛雷，本集开篇团灭佛雷家族，彻底报了血色婚礼之仇。继续南下去往君临，计划手刃家仇名单中的瑟曦。 布兰汇合于北境长城。 囧·啥都不懂·雪诺、三傻继续路演，说服曾经的同盟家族联合抵抗冬之王。野人托蒙德继续和美人眉来眼去。 瑟曦不学龙母的好，竟学那些没用的，给七国之王写信前面一堆“我很牛逼”的抬头。七国之王只有铁群岛的攸伦划桨而来，表示我看上你了全球大美女，我要和你结婚生猴子，瑟曦竟然拒绝了嘿。弟弟詹姆已经回到君临，给“我是宇宙中心”的瑟曦分析了下局势，瑟曦听后依然表示“我就是牛逼”，你爱说啥是啥。    【预防老年痴呆纯剧透分梗】

    E1:主角几乎全部亮相

    上一季无面者优秀学员艾瑞亚弄死瓦德·佛雷，本集开篇团灭佛雷家族，彻底报了血色婚礼之仇。继续南下去往君临，计划手刃家仇名单中的瑟曦。

    布兰汇合于北境长城。

    囧·啥都不懂·雪诺、三傻继续路演，说服曾经的同盟家族联合抵抗冬之王。野人托蒙德继续和美人眉来眼去。

    瑟曦不学龙母的好，竟学那些没用的，给七国之王写信前面一堆“我很牛逼”的抬头。七国之王只有铁群岛的攸伦划桨而来，表示我看上你了全球大美女，我要和你结婚生猴子，瑟曦竟然拒绝了嘿。弟弟詹姆已经回到君临，给“我是宇宙中心”的瑟曦分析了下局势，瑟曦听后依然表示“我就是牛逼”，你爱说啥是啥。

    鬣狗与无旗兄弟会到了长城外，开启甜蜜斗嘴模式，鬣狗表示我一怕火的和你们这帮火堆爱好者在一起也不知是什么孽缘……兄弟会说你往我这火堆看一眼就知道我们为什么敬畏火中的光之神。于是鬣狗看到了布兰作为先知能看到的一切！衣柜军团成群结队袭来哟。

    山姆在学城那段鬼畜剪辑不要太好啊！他在猪狗不如的打杂生活中发现了大量龙晶的埋葬之处——龙石岛。给牢狱中人送饭时，送饭小窗口突然伸出一只手，问到龙妈近况，虽然画面黑黢黢，但按手臂鳞状大胆猜测这个家伙应该就是龙妈死忠粉，乔拉·莫尔蒙爵士。

    龙妈、小恶魔、八爪蜘蛛在海上长途跋涉终于上岸，到达史坦尼斯的城堡，城堡空无一人，极度苍凉。几位大咖一句台词没有，此时无声胜有声。    … Expand
  25. luis_matador_1
    Aug 8, 2017
    10
    I always say that perfect don´t exist, and i mean it, but Game of Thrones is near perfect...oh man, in comparation with the others series, is perfect. Really...the characters, the story...its all awesome and very well done. And the Dragons? Oh my gosh! I see them and looks so real! Perfectly well designed. The pace is awesome, with great moments, action and a fantastic way to tell aI always say that perfect don´t exist, and i mean it, but Game of Thrones is near perfect...oh man, in comparation with the others series, is perfect. Really...the characters, the story...its all awesome and very well done. And the Dragons? Oh my gosh! I see them and looks so real! Perfectly well designed. The pace is awesome, with great moments, action and a fantastic way to tell a complex, beautiful and a very well done story. Its a 10/10.… Expand
  26. 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.
  27. KayVen17
    Sep 3, 2017
    10
    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 97/100
    Mein User Score = 10/10    … Expand
  28. smokinhotdaisy
    Aug 23, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Still outstanding and the best. Good job to the writers for satisfying the viewers. Awesome job. The last episode last Sunday was tear jerker, too bad Viserion is dead and it is now owned by the Night King. Ughhhh..… Expand
  29. drlowdon
    Sep 7, 2017
    8
    For shear spectacle Game of Thrones seventh season is arguably the best yet. Many of the battle scenes are spectacular even by Game of Thrones standards and, after years of pieces being put in place, it’s great to see everything finally coming to a head. As has increasingly been the case since events overtook the books however the show has been guilty of some sloppy writing on occasions,For shear spectacle Game of Thrones seventh season is arguably the best yet. Many of the battle scenes are spectacular even by Game of Thrones standards and, after years of pieces being put in place, it’s great to see everything finally coming to a head. As has increasingly been the case since events overtook the books however the show has been guilty of some sloppy writing on occasions, and that is particularly evident during these seven episodes.

    One particularly noticeable example, which has been discussed at length on the web, was Daenerys rescue of Jon Snow and his gang from beyond the wall. The scene itself was undeniably edge of your seat stuff but the time scale required for her to reach them in the time just made no logical sense and could easily have been cleaned up with just a couple of minor changes. Yes, this is a fantasy show, but you have to remain consistent to the rules of the world you’ve created if you want to keep your viewers absorbed in proceedings.

    I’ll admit I still look forward to watching a new episode of Game of Thrones more than virtually any other TV show I can think off but it no longer has the narrative consistency that made earlier seasons so unique.    … Expand
  30. Robobob
    Oct 8, 2017
    7
    The weakest season of Game of Thrones so far though still one of the best shows currently on TV. Its truncated season really hurt the pacing of the series. Remember when it took Arya and The Hound an entire season to reach the Eryie? Now characters travel to multiple occasions across the continent in a single episode. Remember when the show had some of the best dialog and characterThe weakest season of Game of Thrones so far though still one of the best shows currently on TV. Its truncated season really hurt the pacing of the series. Remember when it took Arya and The Hound an entire season to reach the Eryie? Now characters travel to multiple occasions across the continent in a single episode. Remember when the show had some of the best dialog and character development and interactions of any show of all the shows? Now only the bare bones dialog is needed to propel the main story. Little time is given to any of the secondary characters. This whole season there was only really one major side story aside from the main one. Now that it is resolved I fear the next season will seem even more simplified. I loved Game of Thrones for it's complexity.
    Good, but not the perfect 10 that I would give the previous 6 seasons of GoT.    … Expand
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#55 Best TV Season of 2017
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#7 Most Discussed TV Season of 2017
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#10 Most Shared TV Season of 2017

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Time
    Reviewed by: Daniel D'Addario
    Jul 17, 2017
    80
    The crisp editing of the Arya sequence, exploiting dramatic irony right up to the breaking point, was one among numerous scenes that seemed to indicate Thrones isn't just keeping up to its old standards but actually learning new tricks. Another was the introduction of Samwell Tarly's life in Old Town--who knew this show, which has mastered wartime action but had never produced a quickfire sequence quite like this one, with its repetitive chamber pots to be emptied, could be quite this sharp?
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  2. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Lorraine Ali
    Jul 17, 2017
    80
    As per every premiere episode of Game of Thrones, the pace is slow. Setting up each new carefully constructed season--the complex weave of story lines, the huge cast, the breathtaking locations--takes time. But Benioff and Weiss have pulled it off once again, if not with a bit more humor than in previous seasons.
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  3. New York Post
    Reviewed by: Robert Rorke
    Jul 17, 2017
    70
    Scenes in the middle of the show with Samwell Tarly (John Bradley) cleaning bedpans and serving soup at the Citadel dragged. ... The show thrills when concentrating on its formidable female characters.
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