Game of Thrones

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Season 8
  • Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: Apr 17, 2011
Season #: 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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  1. DavidFCorreia
    May 13, 2019
    3
    David Benioff and D. B. Weiss ruined one of the best shows ever in 5 episodes. I feel for George... Please, just don't give good reviews to those 2 horrible writters, they don't deserve get any opportunity to ruined another work from anyone.
  2. TessaiKimon
    May 13, 2019
    0
    it's getting worse and worse since season 5, season 7 was absolutely dumb but this season has somehow become even dumber
  3. FriendlyFoe
    May 9, 2019
    3
    This season is unceremoniously crumbling anticlimactically like so many ice zombies.
  4. unspacemonkey
    May 14, 2019
    2
    we have wait 8years for this sh..!! why the scenarist break all the trust we place on them?? for starwars trilogy??
  5. TLJstillsucks
    May 13, 2019
    2
    It’s obvious that HBO is paying off their reviewers. Why the Stark contrast in perceived quality, critics? It’s kind of funny, whenever critics rate something positively expect it to be **** and them to be paid off to write good reviews.
  6. Arkon
    May 16, 2019
    2
    It's okey guys, the show isn't bad it just got a change of genre... to comedy...
  7. KristinWoods
    May 6, 2019
    3
    I’m actually depressed after seeing what these morons have done to this show! Arya Jill’s night king!!! Nooooooooooo, it’s been dumbed down for awhile and i could have lived with that. But that was just a betrayal pure and simple. I hope the prequels actually deal with our questions with, i don’t know, answers?
  8. Freeman97
    May 10, 2019
    0
    Basically all that's been built up for the past seasons going down the drain thanks to the bad writing. Very disappointing ...
  9. RicardoRamrardo
    May 12, 2019
    1
    I feel sorry for the actors and all the crew and effects folks that put their heart and soul into this travesty. But as the great Butthead once said, “You can’t polish a turd, Beavis”, and the writing this season is absolutely atrocious.
  10. jcool4646
    May 13, 2019
    0
    Honestly this season has been a real disappointment this season was supposed to be the peak of the show. Instead it's been a let down. There is nothing that draws you in. This season I have had no emotional investment in the show whatsoever.
  11. Rrosas30
    May 13, 2019
    0
    Sloppy writing on behalf of D&D. They clearly stopped caring for the show which is unfortunate for everyone.
  12. DolanDuc
    May 13, 2019
    1
    The writers have clearly lost any sense of anything that was established going full 180 degree on any character development. I think that the aim was cheap thrills and shocks but this cells more like aimless roaming around that any clear thought. There was not a single clrlermver unpredictable trick or interesting moment. Going back to season 2 battle of the black water one can see how theThe writers have clearly lost any sense of anything that was established going full 180 degree on any character development. I think that the aim was cheap thrills and shocks but this cells more like aimless roaming around that any clear thought. There was not a single clrlermver unpredictable trick or interesting moment. Going back to season 2 battle of the black water one can see how the show has went downhill storywise. I think the got legacy would be soo much better without season 8 being ever produced… Expand
  13. ArKadeFire
    May 13, 2019
    4
    Breath-taking scenes, amazing actors, brutal action scenes, unbearable suspense and long, intense episodes! What could go wrong in the grand final? Well, basically, everything else. Probably, the worst writing ever done in any story ever. An endless uncoherent bullsh*t that will make you want to spoon out your own eyes before vomiting every usable brain cell. This conclusion to Game ofBreath-taking scenes, amazing actors, brutal action scenes, unbearable suspense and long, intense episodes! What could go wrong in the grand final? Well, basically, everything else. Probably, the worst writing ever done in any story ever. An endless uncoherent bullsh*t that will make you want to spoon out your own eyes before vomiting every usable brain cell. This conclusion to Game of Thrones goes in the continuity of the precedent season, where they basically send to the trash everything that they previously established. This is the most unsatisfying season ever. Should you wtach it? Well, it will depend if you are overall concerned by the plot or if you just want to see some action, plot twists and feel the suspense. In the first case, you should probably pass your way and wait for the book in the hope that those have a better end. In the second case, this show is probably made for you and as long as you don't mind the horribly weak plot, you'll probably completely fall in love.… Expand
  14. Detsa
    May 13, 2019
    2
    Une saison 8 qui part en couille. 8 saisons pour construire un magnifique chateau de carte et tout detruire avec une pichnette, c'est le sentiment que j'ai.
  15. MrRobotoMx
    May 13, 2019
    0
    What they did (writers) on season 8 should be a crime. What they did (writers) on season 8 should be a crime.
  16. PiotrK
    May 14, 2019
    2
    To much hollywood not interested anymore. I am dissaponted like all my friends.
  17. Hodgeo
    May 14, 2019
    0
    PLEASE TURN BACK ONCE YOU REACH 8 DUMB AND DUMBER. Honestly going to rewatch all the previous seasons to remind myself of the days where it was intriguing and nuanced with great character development- NOT ANYMOREEE BOOO
  18. klysman
    May 14, 2019
    0
    a great **** what they tried to make wity Daenerys and i hope d&d **** themselves
  19. Dmlle
    May 14, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Basically, the worst season. Writers were so lazy. We've waited two years for this, really ? Arya and her horse coming from nowhere, Cersei killed by bricks, mad king killed so easily, Arya can't escape easily a city under siege but can kill the mad king and not be viewed by thousands of his soldiers, daynerys going mad after her victory, the hound fight is no vengeance at all, Bran is useless, Jon Snow didn't kill him or Cersei (basically the prince that wasn't really promised), Varys just wtf, Sam and others fought against white walkers but didn't die while qualifiers soldiers did (is it someWalt Disney ?). Actors themselves are so disappointed they try to hide their disappointment when they're asked about this season.… Expand
  20. eliedmll
    May 14, 2019
    0
    In my opinion it's the worst GOT season. Very bad writing, I am disappointed with the scenario, so predictable.
  21. Maag123
    May 14, 2019
    0
    Just a disgrace. The writers are absolutely terrible. There was no consistency and absolutely no logic to their actions. They just tried so hard to amaze us that they stopped thinking if the events they put in sequence made sense. They made the best show into a total waste of time.
  22. Rico7260
    May 15, 2019
    2
    Superb cinematography, ruined by mediocre Seto ring and the true causality being character development and storytelling logic.
  23. Bonfire62
    May 19, 2019
    2
    Very mediocre writing. It's like GRRM gave them the major plot points and they slapped them into a script with as little thought as possible. Genuinely very sad for a great series to end this way.
  24. rs10c
    May 19, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. About as bad as it could get. Objectively speaking this is some of the worst storytelling I have ever watched. Bran as king? Wasn't it not even a few episodes ago he refused winterfell because he was no longer brandon stark? Jon easily could have married Dany instead of murdering her.

    Is this bittersweet enough for you? Or just plain old **** I hope the writers enjoyed butchering one of shows of all time.

    Thank god its over.    … Expand
  25. feraple
    May 20, 2019
    0
    Me: Who wrote this script?
    THE Writer: It is I the famous writer!
    Me: Dracarys!!!!!
  26. Fedaccia
    May 20, 2019
    0
    This is a vote for protest. Cause they had the budget and the material to do something great yet they chose the way of lazy writing and hurry. The writers should never work again on such big production. And Martin should be really pissed of seeing how they butchered his work. I will wait for the books!
  27. theking78
    Apr 29, 2019
    0
    I loved the chapter too much, I suffered a lot because of the loss of characters, but outside of that it was an excellent chapter
  28. Mahzinha
    Apr 15, 2019
    3
    Daenerys isn't a villain. Daenerys was sold, raped and betrayed, fought for what she wanted and won all obstacles, so can the writers treat her as the leader she is? Cause all we saw in the premiere was a weak and boring sidekick to Jon.
  29. LatinCritic13
    May 19, 2019
    5
    The final season of Game of Thrones has managed to wrap up a melodic song of Ice and Fire in a way that remains “true” to the source material, and guess what? the endgame of this final season went full True Blood and it sucks! To sum this up without going into further detail, this season is just a freaking cash grab for viewership. And that’s why D.B Weiss and David Benioff decided toThe final season of Game of Thrones has managed to wrap up a melodic song of Ice and Fire in a way that remains “true” to the source material, and guess what? the endgame of this final season went full True Blood and it sucks! To sum this up without going into further detail, this season is just a freaking cash grab for viewership. And that’s why D.B Weiss and David Benioff decided to ignore quality from the source material and get quantity to rack up their paychecks by leaving bigger plotholes just to piss everyone off who sticks around the show’s final moments to get fulfilled or unfulfilled. The actors and crew members of the show tried their absolute best to save the final moments of this season, but the rushed incompetent writing by Dan and Dave ruins the final overall value in the Game of Thrones. The first half of the show wins, while the second half of the show dies and the ending of it is bittersweet – seven hells..… Expand
  30. threeheadedmonk
    May 15, 2019
    2
    This season is utter nonsense. A big fan and 8 years down the drain. Perhaps Benioff and Weiss should focus on screen writing B-movies, it's more up their league.
  31. musthyzz
    May 16, 2019
    4
    Abysmal, absolute ABYSMAL and atrocious writing! WTF were they thinking?! That's it? THAT'S WHAT WE GET? What a f#$%ing waste...
  32. vladk
    May 13, 2019
    0
    Last season 100% garbage. Most of the time bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla Drakarys bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla Killed somebody bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla BOOM BOOM bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla
  33. OlivierPiel
    Apr 20, 2019
    1
    Soap opera with swords, gore, vaginas, penises, dragons and zombies. That it garners so much critical acclaim is a sign of the cowardice and hypocrisy of the times....Watched ep 1 this season and was bored out of my mind.
    The first dialog, the one between the dwarf and the eunuch is so atrocious, I imagine Peter Dinklage had to remind himself of the money is making to forget his    Soap opera with swords, gore, vaginas, penises, dragons and zombies. That it garners so much critical acclaim is a sign of the cowardice and hypocrisy of the times....Watched ep 1 this season and was bored out of my mind.
    The first dialog, the one between the dwarf and the eunuch is so atrocious, I imagine Peter Dinklage had to remind himself of the money is making to forget his self-contempt.
    The opening credit scene is the most captivating thing about this show. +1 point    … Expand
  34. Ajenjo33
    Apr 30, 2019
    0
    Leaving the most disgusting and not interesting characters, such as John Snow - a f*king unkillable and tireless terminator; Arya - Maisie Williams not actress, she just a pathetic poser like Kit Harington and Sophie Turner; Sansa - Sophie Turner is also one misunderstanding, a useless and not interesting character, coupled with the complete absence of acting, like Kit Harington and MacyLeaving the most disgusting and not interesting characters, such as John Snow - a f*king unkillable and tireless terminator; Arya - Maisie Williams not actress, she just a pathetic poser like Kit Harington and Sophie Turner; Sansa - Sophie Turner is also one misunderstanding, a useless and not interesting character, coupled with the complete absence of acting, like Kit Harington and Macy Williams, instead of Sophie Turner, role of Sansa had to play Sarah Gadon. The Dragon of the Night King easily destroys the thick stone walls, but the f**king John Snow is hiding behind a bunch of trash and survive - a f**king nonsense. Arya, for what these hide and seek ? it was clear to everyone that Benioff&Weiss will not kill any of the Starks, so as not to upset degenerates. But you killed: Theon, Jorah Mormont, the Night King and a huge number of another interesting characters, which you killed in 6 and 7 seasons. And most importantly for what ? For nothing. The Night King stands surrounded by White Walkers and a large number of Wights, where did this bi*ch Arya jumped out ? Arya must be killed back then, in season 6. However, you still had a chance to fix everything, if the Night King would break Ariya’s neck. But you, Benioff & Weiss are two worthless cowards who fear reaction of various degenerates. Now it doesn't matter what you are going to do with the remaining 3 series.… Expand
  35. rohbot
    May 14, 2019
    8
    The most relevant question that ardent GOT fans need to ask is whether season 8 is terrible because of the writing ... or because the popular fan-theories stewing over the 2-year wait has not come to pass.

    For many years, people have watched and re-watched season 1 to date, studying every character, every conversation, and every moment down to the smallest detail. As at the end of    The most relevant question that ardent GOT fans need to ask is whether season 8 is terrible because of the writing ... or because the popular fan-theories stewing over the 2-year wait has not come to pass.

    For many years, people have watched and re-watched season 1 to date, studying every character, every conversation, and every moment down to the smallest detail. As at the end of season 7; season 8 was bound on a highly predictable trajectory. Enter season 8, and the audience is left with quite the opposite. What has always remained a constant throughout the lifespan of the show is that "you either die the hero, or live long enough to see yourself become the villain" (vice-versa).

    Perhaps the main reason for the mixed emotions of Season 8 is that we see some of the most beloved characters turn into villains. Still, the complex and layered dialogue between characters is sorely missing in this final season of GOT. Instead, the audience is left to draw insight into characters motives and intention by gauging their facial expressions and body language against mesmerising and beautiful settings.

    One can't help but sympathise with the show-runners in drawing this detail-orientated and truly epic show to close in the space of 6 episodes alone (despite their extended lengths). It is indeed difficult to bid farewell to any long-running show - but GOT - is perhaps the most difficult to part ways with in recent years. The mortality of the characters that we have all grown to love and hate over 8 seasons is what makes GOT one of the kind. Season 8 neither needs saving nor (dare I say) shall ruin the entire series beyond repair. It shall remain the greatest television show in history for years to come.    … Expand
  36. ninjamammoth
    May 14, 2019
    0
    What a pity to see how game of thrones has deteriorated by the season after 5. The writing behind season 8 has been atrocious. The writers D&D aught to be shot for their poor planning and writing. Jaime's story ark has come crumbling down. Danny went berserk and started burning civilians for no reason. FAIL!
  37. SIXAXIS06
    Apr 15, 2019
    0
    Game of Thrones returns with a strong gust, but not a bang. Not that it's needed, however, the job of this episode was to set up events and prime certain characters for new and continued interactions in episodes to come. In this regard, it performed well. The script by Dave Hill was well written, and was executed with high finesse by director David Nutter, the latter drawing out the bestGame of Thrones returns with a strong gust, but not a bang. Not that it's needed, however, the job of this episode was to set up events and prime certain characters for new and continued interactions in episodes to come. In this regard, it performed well. The script by Dave Hill was well written, and was executed with high finesse by director David Nutter, the latter drawing out the best he could of even some of the more lackluster actors. In total, provided that episode 2 and 4 can follow suit with suitable bookends, and satisfying conclusions to long-awaited character arcs, at least one major part of Thrones will recieve a commendable conclusion.… Expand
  38. JQLeitch
    May 19, 2019
    0
    Dreck, worse than Dexter's send off

    Dreck, worse than Dexter's send off Dreck, worse than Dexter's send off
  39. KingInTheNorth1
    Apr 15, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This season had a solid pilot, a little bit slow in my opinion but it showed us so many character reunions that we've been waiting for. Jon learning the truth as early as this episode was a wise choice from the show-runners also him riding the dragon named after his father was an important step into his transition to a true Targaryen. All in all, this episode was really fun to watch.… Expand
  40. Kevinthewoods
    May 12, 2019
    7
    The show just hasn’t been the same since they stopped following the books. There’s so much that the main characters do that is just super uncharacteristic of them. It’s just sloppy at this point. I’m still enjoying it somewhat mostly just because of the spectacle of it all but this shows quality has definitely taken a big hit.
  41. brockcheese
    Apr 14, 2019
    8
    The show kicks off with one of the best episodes yet. But it is still way too slow for the last season which ends up being quite underwhelming. I'm sure it will pick up steam but that can't happen soon enough.
  42. adrenilinmatt
    Apr 15, 2019
    10
    The show is its own monster after detaching from the safety of martins writing, and in some areas you could argue it has suffered slightly for it, last season had 1 or 2 weaker episodes, the writers clearly trying to move all of the key players into position ready for the end, and the first episode of this season was more or less a calm before the storm episode. Which is COMPLETELY ok. NotThe show is its own monster after detaching from the safety of martins writing, and in some areas you could argue it has suffered slightly for it, last season had 1 or 2 weaker episodes, the writers clearly trying to move all of the key players into position ready for the end, and the first episode of this season was more or less a calm before the storm episode. Which is COMPLETELY ok. Not every episode needs to be 10/10 heart-in-your-mouth action, game of thrones has always had slower episodes, and im kind of glad they didnt rush straight into the war from the get go. Building tension has always been GoTs strong suite, we know whats coming, we usually always do with this show.

    The thing that really sets GoT apart from any other show is that, 99 percent of the time, when we know something is coming, GoT delivers and then some. Think of all of those big episodes in the past, the big ones we waited eagerly for. The red wedding, hardhome, botb, winds of winter (my personal favorite epside of all time) and now, we KNOW whats coming.

    And i for one am feeling very secure in the idea that GoT will deliver. It has earned that trust, by delivering so many times before.

    I am READY. A good start, leads to an amazing end.    … Expand
  43. Carlegend
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    this season is full of emotions and promises to be a great ending for the big TV series
  44. pedropascal
    Apr 15, 2019
    10
    Thrones" is an unwieldy beast, and it's still possible that the show won't be able to stick the landing. But if the premiere is any guide, like Jon and Daenerys' dizzying date, the remaining five episodes promise to be a genuinely wild ride.
  45. dgk15
    Apr 15, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nice episode 1 ! great show. he final season of Game of Thrones has managed to wrap up a melodic song of Ice and Fire in a way that remains true to the source material, and right now, the season premiere is solid as usual. This review will be updated weekly and will be a work in progress as the episodes pickup momentum before the end is near.… Expand
  46. itsme89
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The truth at first I was surprised that Arya was the one who killed the NK, but then I said, where are the damn prophecies, I hope (because I love the series very much and I still have some hope) that the remaining 3 episodes clarify because it was Arya the hero… Expand
  47. butisnoascool
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    la mejor serie de todaaaaaas, fue uyn emocionante capitulo el 3 , ya no aguanto por el final
  48. theinvisible85
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    the mixture of suspense and sadness, make this season much better than the previous one and now we only focus on what has always been the emblem of the series, the throne
  49. tobbie
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    episode 3 was spectacular, although many did not like it at all, in my opinion it was very good
  50. Bibliographer
    Apr 17, 2019
    8
    As the engaging new opening credits make clear, the scope has been reduced. Things are more confined and intense, as sprawling and disparate storylines have become conflated. So a lot of characters heretofore separated by continents are rubbing up against each other. The first episode cleverly sets this into a recapitulation of many of the very first episode's story beats. Satisfying andAs the engaging new opening credits make clear, the scope has been reduced. Things are more confined and intense, as sprawling and disparate storylines have become conflated. So a lot of characters heretofore separated by continents are rubbing up against each other. The first episode cleverly sets this into a recapitulation of many of the very first episode's story beats. Satisfying and entertaining.… Expand
  51. punkisdead
    Apr 16, 2019
    9
    Fantasy and politics, something Tolkien showed us in a perfect way but lacked politcs, don't get me wrong Tolkien is the master and this is a well created show that makes honor of this.
  52. Arek2909
    May 7, 2019
    6
    Except the boring second episode, season 8 really satisfies me. And still 2 episodes to go.
  53. filipebernardo_
    Apr 27, 2019
    3
    Game of Thrones needs to be more alive! We all know all the character are in Winterfell to defeat the Night King and the army of the deads but the two first episodes were so boring... and boring is not a word we use talking about Game of Thrones!

    But I still have hope!
  54. powerage78
    May 1, 2019
    8
    Game of thrones has lost some of it's glimmer. It's still a great series, but it lacks some of the dynamics it had with all of it's side stories and all of it's character developments.
  55. alexio89
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    it feels like the end that is very sad but also very exciting why we do not know what will happen and finally will stay with the throne
  56. Genius49
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    the war that broke out between the living and the dead was shocking, I hope and the last war to come is just as shocking or better
  57. loyalty
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the way in which arya kills the night king was really surprising and I expected no less from this series… Expand
  58. kingofwesteros6
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    the evolution of this series is incredible, however it does not leave that essence that characterizes it
  59. yococ58
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    the suspense and surprise war formula make this episode unmatched super great
  60. Andrea98
    Apr 25, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My opinion and feelings about the second episode of season 8:
    The last day and night before the clash between living and dead is portrayed masterly, especially in terms of story and characters interactions and the feelings they sense during what it might be their last day alive. Everyone decides to do and say what they need to do and say before dying and that is conveyed to the spectator in the most human way. Of course this makes dialogues simple and politics to almost nothing. At this point everyone had better acknowledge that GoT is made up especially of emotions and action, like it or not.    … Expand
  61. Arsalan99
    Apr 24, 2019
    10
    Hands down one of the best TV series of all time.
    My favorite series ever, and possibly the most popular and
    anticipated in the history of television.
    Simply amazing and definitely recommended.
  62. hoseinking29
    Apr 16, 2019
    7
    its good The final season of Game of Thrones has managed to wrap up a melodic song of Ice and Fire in a way that remains true to the source material, and right now
  63. SchroederRock
    May 20, 2019
    7
    Season 8, the final season of the narrative arc that has spanned the core Game of Thrones series (there's word of a prequel that established Westeros is in the making), is largely OK and not much more. Game of Thrones has always stood strong and made tough choices to keep the series fresh and its central characters extremely important. The revelation of Jon Snow's heritage, Daenerys'Season 8, the final season of the narrative arc that has spanned the core Game of Thrones series (there's word of a prequel that established Westeros is in the making), is largely OK and not much more. Game of Thrones has always stood strong and made tough choices to keep the series fresh and its central characters extremely important. The revelation of Jon Snow's heritage, Daenerys' ascension as a new superpower, the battle with the Night King, and Cersei's resistance all feel mishandled. So much of season 8 feels so rushed. Sometimes the show's writing and narrative choices feel great but the biggest moments often come off as rushed and insincere which will annoys probably a majority of fans. Even in the series finale, the most important episode to land in the entire GoT catalog, idiotic choices in storytelling, flash forwarding, and more leave room for an inappropriate amount of questions that needed to be answered. I don't want to spoil anything for anyone cruising through the reviews so I'll keep from any real plot reveals that could spoil the fun for another viewer but I just can't be happy with what happened in the final episode, which started off fine and then beings to fall apart after the 1/3 point of its 79 minute runtime. I can't believe the show's writers forced everything into 6 episodes when HBO offered them a solid 10 episodes which were probably required to bridge gaps and let big moments really breathe. If Martin's books follow the same general path of the TV series there's going to be a second uproar from fans. Martin has a chance to not be so ignorant and hasty as the show's executive producers and directors and I doubt Martin would be so numb to a good ending that he'd risk repeating the final events the same way the show did. This is the risk you run when you get ahead of yourself. Perhaps the show should have taken more time off? But the final season had already skipped a year to make sure it was polished up. No matter what, HBO will surely be spiteful toward GoT's show heads for ending things so rocky. The first 7 seasons all had their special moments and the rise of Jon Snow seems like such an easy home run to hit and yet I have to completely disagree with where the show's creators lead his path when all is said and done despite having several special moments in season 8. Perhaps the only things gotten right in the final moments of GoT is the remaining Stark family's bow-tied end, Daenerys' outcome, Tyrion Lannister's huge importance being recognized more and more. Just about everything else felt wrong, it felt half-assed with plot twists.… Expand
  64. lilkillpappy
    May 18, 2019
    3
    The most contrived season so far. They jerked and mutated the characters around so much that they broke them. They seem to be shells of their former selves all to support a fast pace, big set pieces and lots of action. One major character made a big, story defining decision, that does not match their personality at all. Being such an important moment and having it contrived so much just toThe most contrived season so far. They jerked and mutated the characters around so much that they broke them. They seem to be shells of their former selves all to support a fast pace, big set pieces and lots of action. One major character made a big, story defining decision, that does not match their personality at all. Being such an important moment and having it contrived so much just to get the story beats they want has ultimately broken the show. This is not the end of Game of Thrones, this season is a joke and does not represent the actual ending of the show. That ending is something we will have to play out in our minds, and or wait for George RR Martin to fix it for us.… Expand
  65. andisart
    May 20, 2019
    1
    Rushed and clearly only with time to get to the finish line, unfathomable how the showmakers D&D turned this once intelligent show and their well-developed characters into this unconvincing end that leaves you emotionless. And they could have had the money and time to finish it properly: HBO wanted more seasons, D&D didn't and demanded a short season 7 & 8. Shame on them for ruining aRushed and clearly only with time to get to the finish line, unfathomable how the showmakers D&D turned this once intelligent show and their well-developed characters into this unconvincing end that leaves you emotionless. And they could have had the money and time to finish it properly: HBO wanted more seasons, D&D didn't and demanded a short season 7 & 8. Shame on them for ruining a cultural phenomenon!… Expand
  66. Codex
    May 16, 2019
    1
    This is just awful, I can't believe the show has become such a disappointment. The writers should be ashamed of destroying something so great
  67. Tiger_X
    May 21, 2019
    8
    GoT is still the most spectacular TV program to be produced to date. Despite all the crybabies.

    As someone who loved season six and felt that season seven was the most epic TV season in existence, I do understand why fans are somewhat disappointed with Season 8. It isn't as gritty, feels a bit too rushed, and some of the lines feel cheesy. The long night was too dark and short, and that    GoT is still the most spectacular TV program to be produced to date. Despite all the crybabies.

    As someone who loved season six and felt that season seven was the most epic TV season in existence, I do understand why fans are somewhat disappointed with Season 8. It isn't as gritty, feels a bit too rushed, and some of the lines feel cheesy. The long night was too dark and short, and that is really the biggest mistake of the season.

    GoT season 8 is very far from a dirt poor score, which makes reviewers look like dumb whinny sheep.    … Expand
  68. SchnitzelPoof
    May 16, 2019
    3
    Visually impressive, yet utterly moronic. The characters are there, but they're all skin-deep, and some behave like different people. If you care for Game of Thrones, the fantasy genre, or even just like good stories, this season should leave you mortified.
  69. artiomwoody
    May 20, 2019
    2
    Very poor writed, very bad screenplay. D&D very good writers kappa.
    The arcs ending couldnt be worse at any point.
  70. Cristy576
    May 20, 2019
    3
    Daenerys' character development destroyed in a mere episode of a rushed season (the worst season ever), again.. In the end for nothing. Jon Snow having been resurrected, finding out to be a Targaryen and true heir to the throne for nothing, Arya meeting the best mentors for nothing, Tyrion being dumbed out by the writers because of lack of imagination, all the prophecies and characterDaenerys' character development destroyed in a mere episode of a rushed season (the worst season ever), again.. In the end for nothing. Jon Snow having been resurrected, finding out to be a Targaryen and true heir to the throne for nothing, Arya meeting the best mentors for nothing, Tyrion being dumbed out by the writers because of lack of imagination, all the prophecies and character development and foreshadowing.. All for f-ing nothing. Dumb & Dumber managed to ruin one of the best show ever just before the finish line. All those prophecies and things that were developing in the end were for nothing as they were not even used for a purpose. It might have been salvageable if they waited for the books to be finished or dedicate the entire season to the night king battle, while at the same time depicting very slowly but surely Daenerys as a villain, as they wanted to, or simply pick another route. And then! Only then dedicate another season to end all of it properly... Dany doing all that is just out of character, after freeing so many people, breaker of chains, after liberating slaves she just snaps like that. What the actual f-? Episode 6: Easily one of the most disappointing episodes not only of this season but of the whole series. There is a petition to remake it all but I doubt it will happen (i'd really be glad if it did). Season starting sub-par, below average of every season only for it to get worse each time.. after episode 1 or 2 it was just a free fall without a parachute. I feel bad for all the actors, engineers, artists and crew members who worked really really hard to deliver an astonishing thing visually, audio wise, fx wise and acting wise but which were ultimately went down the **** hole because of some stupid writers. The crew and actors deserve an 11/10 all day everyday (which is why this is a 3/10 and not a 0/10)... the **** writers? (negative) -10/10. This show deserved sooo much more yet got so much less because of incompetent writers. Truly sad to see some dumb writers defecate on a masterpiece where people put their heart and soul into. Although the ending is the worst ever, and the night king having deserved a whole season dedicated to it, this still remains one of the best shows ever. We'll see the real ending when the books come out and not this rushed lackluster thing they call the ending season to a series that took almost one decade to make. Jon Snow, true heir and king to the Iron Throne, king in the north and king beyond the wall. That's how it should have ended. Either him on the throne or nobody.… Expand
  71. Voodoo123
    May 20, 2019
    6
    Its a fascinating watch seeing a tv show go from a high cost yet modest production with an emphasis on theatre style actor performances and high quality screenplay (S1-5), to a tv show operating on a now inflated/effects bloated budget and production scale with a bias towards action sequences and grandiose moments at the expense of screenplay quality(S6-8). None-the-less from beginning toIts a fascinating watch seeing a tv show go from a high cost yet modest production with an emphasis on theatre style actor performances and high quality screenplay (S1-5), to a tv show operating on a now inflated/effects bloated budget and production scale with a bias towards action sequences and grandiose moments at the expense of screenplay quality(S6-8). None-the-less from beginning to end it was a captivating journey!… Expand
  72. jackherer50
    May 21, 2019
    10
    This rich story, that has been an exciting roller coaster, is now shaped on a story no one saw coming. We finally know who the main characters are, and who everything that happened so far mattered. Complex characters, great acting, and finally dragons.
  73. Leonando_souza
    May 20, 2019
    1
    This season is pretty much week, D&D lost the minium good sense and everything just without any signal of reason. All made to simply shock
  74. JerTheStampede
    May 20, 2019
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The ONLY reason I have given this train wreck a 3 instead of 1 is some of the production value in terms of special effects.
    Writing, has been horrific, cliche, deus-ex-machina every episode to subvert the audiences expectations, attention to detail went out the window this was painfully manifest in every battle scene to the invisible pirate ships that decloaked like Klingon Birds of Prey after firing anti-dragon bolts that would make a modern Anti-Air battery blush all this done in the name of creating some great cinematic experience, here's a clue,,, it doesn't! it's cheap and undeserving of what has been for the most part an excellent television series.
    The decline that started somewhere around season 5 matured into a festering heap of dung by season 8.
    Having just watched the finale, I was so glad to see those end credits because it meant the torturous death of the great series was finally over.    … Expand
  75. SITBR1995
    May 20, 2019
    7
    Brilliant cinematography (arguably the best season for this). Acting was superb from most of the actors and actresses. I really liked episodes 2, 3, and the finale. I thought 1 was lackluster, 4 was good but flawed and 5 was just alright. This season’s writing was rushed but I was satisfied with the overall character arcs. Still one of the greatest series ever but this season ensured itBrilliant cinematography (arguably the best season for this). Acting was superb from most of the actors and actresses. I really liked episodes 2, 3, and the finale. I thought 1 was lackluster, 4 was good but flawed and 5 was just alright. This season’s writing was rushed but I was satisfied with the overall character arcs. Still one of the greatest series ever but this season ensured it won’t be remembered as number one. Nevertheless, I’ll always love Game of Thrones… Expand
  76. Kel42
    May 21, 2019
    2
    I hope your expectations were subverted enough to ruin the show. Not worth the wait. An utter disappointment in all regards. This show was the best. Now it's trash.
  77. Narson
    May 20, 2019
    1
    Thats the worst season of them all. Rushed, shallow, incoherent. They destroyed the whole series with bad writing, predictability, cheesiness... Im dissapointed
  78. bpcatchpole
    May 20, 2019
    3
    Everything about it was fine. A couple of great episodes but it went out with a whimper. Poor and uninteresting.
  79. ZackMurph
    May 16, 2019
    2
    Definitely my least favorite season and the show as a whole took a nosedive to the point of me just wanting to watch the highlights to get it over with.

    I'm fairly certain that without George R.R. Martins books to follow. That the directors and the shows writers were struggling to maintain just a glimpse of Mr. Martins marvelous story telling. Now the shows turning the incredible    Definitely my least favorite season and the show as a whole took a nosedive to the point of me just wanting to watch the highlights to get it over with.

    I'm fairly certain that without George R.R. Martins books to follow. That the directors and the shows writers were struggling to maintain just a glimpse of Mr. Martins marvelous story telling.

    Now the shows turning the incredible story into what one might call Hot Garbage. Leaving most fans annoyed and unsatisfied per the ending of what could have been a masterpiece series.    … Expand
  80. Borgoros
    May 16, 2019
    10
    Still shocking, awesome twists, set pieces and huge battles/duels. Many do hope for something else and give it a poor rating because of it, their loss!!
  81. meta_king
    May 13, 2019
    5
    Noooooooooooooooooot soooooooooooooooooooo baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaad!
  82. elnur4ikk
    May 2, 2019
    10
    It was the most emotional and stressful episode I have ever watched on TV. Everybody did their best to make this episode incredible.
  83. Schwammlgott
    May 26, 2019
    9
    It's not as good as season 1-7 but still very good, a 8.4 for me
    There could have been more than just 6 parts and then more detailed, but it's ok as it is
    The things that happened are ok, not what I thought would happen, but that's Game of Thrones
  84. KayVen17
    May 22, 2019
    7
    + schöne Bilder (Kino-Niveau)
    + Set auf Top-Niveau
    + Die Musik ist mal wieder on Point

    - zu viele Logikfehler
    - Staffel wirkt gehetzt
    - Charakterentwicklung mancher Charaktere ist unbefriedigend
    - Konflikt wird zu schnell gelöst
  85. LordGhillie
    May 19, 2019
    1
    Truly woeful. Feels like fanfiction. 0/10 do not recommend. Gave me cancer.
  86. Glasso
    May 21, 2019
    1
    Season 8's writing was so criminally bad in all respects.
    Will go down as a completely botched effort of a final season.
  87. Frit
    May 20, 2019
    1
    8th Season is waste of time. Most thoughtless script ever. Previous 6 seasons from the first were full of tricks and plot (7th were good too). But 8th... I have no words. How could they spend 2 years on this?
  88. Sv4roG
    May 20, 2019
    2
    Let's be honest. Season 8 is probably one of the 10 biggest screw ups in history of television. Almost nothing makes sense starting from episode 2 to the end of the season. It's like suddenly screenplay ended with season 7 and caught everyone off guard. They should have waited for Mr Martin to finish the dam book instead of ruining this great story for all of us. Cinematography is stillLet's be honest. Season 8 is probably one of the 10 biggest screw ups in history of television. Almost nothing makes sense starting from episode 2 to the end of the season. It's like suddenly screenplay ended with season 7 and caught everyone off guard. They should have waited for Mr Martin to finish the dam book instead of ruining this great story for all of us. Cinematography is still great. It's just empty frame with no substance.… Expand
  89. imanzbrjd
    May 21, 2019
    1
    It's totally DISAPPOINTING!!
    All those great memories in 6 seasons and a bit of 7th season, now this garbage.

    OUR WATCH HAS ENDED.
    R.I.P Game of Thrones.
  90. GhigiRomero
    May 19, 2019
    3
    Final tan insípido, incoherente, aburrido... Nadie pedía un final feliz pero si un mejor desarrollo y cierre de personajes.
  91. H3x3nh4mm3r
    May 21, 2019
    8
    Enjoyable apart from the last 2 episodes. Alot of key things that happened seemed rushed and not alot of impact for them. Wish they spread it out over 10 episodes and added a little more depth and a little less rushed. Sad for the series to end but there is plenty of opportunity for them to do spin off series which hopefully will be limited series rather than on going sagas. Good bye gotEnjoyable apart from the last 2 episodes. Alot of key things that happened seemed rushed and not alot of impact for them. Wish they spread it out over 10 episodes and added a little more depth and a little less rushed. Sad for the series to end but there is plenty of opportunity for them to do spin off series which hopefully will be limited series rather than on going sagas. Good bye got you will be missed.… Expand
  92. Papervoice
    May 17, 2019
    3
    What were they thinking? The first few seasons had great characters and dialogue, and an intriguing “winter is coming” theme. This season has nothing of quality. Bloated, murky, and ridiculous.
  93. josecaio
    May 20, 2019
    5
    absolutamente deplorável. um verdadeiro escárnio com a obra original. esta última temporada foi uma verdadeira piada de mau gosto.
  94. k227
    May 20, 2019
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. That crap was surreal!!!

    GoT The Broken!!!!!

    Thats all I have to say!!!

    !!!!!!    … Expand
  95. talan
    May 20, 2019
    4
    Muito fraco !!! Último episódio sem emoção alguma , meio bagunçado, acho q se perderam no meio do caminho , poderiam ter feito algo épico , mas a meu ver , o fim ficou bem longe disso !
  96. Ikarian123
    May 19, 2019
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First of all, I was among few who defended for long time 8th season. I was not among "haters" and tried to support it. There were few bright moments and few understanable flaws and plotarmors, but with ending, with last episode... I do not have words. And I mean it honestly. I really can not find words to review it, especially for last third episodes. Will wrote more in last episode review.… Expand
  97. geralt1
    May 20, 2019
    2
    One glaring truth that can be gleaned from the GOT ending season is that there is no substitute for greatness. The show's writers should have waited for George RR Martin to complete his books instead of doing what they did.
  98. Janyerick
    May 19, 2019
    3
    Desconstrução total e sem sentido de vários personagens, principalmente Daenerys.
  99. Godfather_32
    May 20, 2019
    1
    don't bother yourself complete waste of time total crap tnx to writers show died at episode 3 there was no hope for fixing it
  100. caratel101
    May 20, 2019
    2
    50$ for the last season. Very bad, it seems that the fans were deceived...Why?
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#61 Best TV Season of 2019
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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 13
  3. Negative: 1 out of 13
  1. The Guardian
    Reviewed by: Lucy Mangan
    Dec 3, 2019
    80
    The premiere pulled everyone and everything together; it was, for the most part, an almost nostalgic hour. ... It is the competing loyalties, the loves and enmities that enmesh the Lannisters, Starks, Targaryens and the rest, after all, and the questions Game of Thrones poses about conscience and corruption and the manifestations of power, that will propel us through to the end.
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  2. Time
    Reviewed by: Judy Berman
    Apr 15, 2019
    30
    As in season 7, the big problem with “Winterfell”—the reason it felt more like an unlucky videographer’s rendering of an exceptionally dysfunctional family reunion than like a carefully crafted story—was the pacing.
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  3. CNN
    Reviewed by: Brian Lowry
    Apr 14, 2019
    100
    The show has stepped up its pacing. For the most part, that has been immensely satisfying, yielding crowd-pleasing moments that the and that the series generally avoided in the often-grim journey, especially for the Stark kids, which has led to this point.
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