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Guy Pearce. The man, the myth, the heartthrob. You know him from Memento and The King’s Speech, stealing scenes like it’s his day job. But what’s the scoop off-screen? Married? Kids? Oh, and did someone spot a sneaky wedding ring in his hand?

Before you dive into another rewatch of LA Confidential, let’s talk about the actor’s love life. Pearce has been through it all: a decades-long marriage, a shocking split, and now, a rock-solid romance with a co-star you probably binge-watched on HBO (Game of Thrones).

Guy Pearce in Memento (Credits: Pathé)

And if you think that’s all, wait until you hear how becoming a dad flipped his world upside down. But still got fans questioning his relationship status. Spotted on the red carpet with a suspicious silver ring, he has us all playing detective. Stick around as we dig into his past, present,...

Why did TV fans have such a hard time believing that some of their favorite characters were just killed off? Because so many TV shows like “Game of Thrones,” “Supernatural” and “The X-Files” have brought back supposedly dead characters so often that the word “dead” has kind of lost all meaning in genre TV.

As for “9-1-1,” which killed off beloved fire captain Bobby Nash (Peter Krause) last week, the series’ first responders were routinely saved from certain death over and over in the previous seven seasons, that it seemed like none of them could ever really die.

Whether the fans, or the plot, demanded it, here are 11 onscreen deaths that were reversed by magic, rewritten or simply retconned away. Naturally, beware, there are lots of spoilers below.

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Not every great movie gets the love it deserves. A box office flop, however, doesn’t always mean the film is bad – or that it did not recover some money, at least. Guy Pearce knows this better than most.

While he’s delivered memorable performances in everything from classics like Memento to blockbusters like Iron Man 3, many of his best films have flopped commercially. For all his ability to disappear into complex roles, here’s a countdown of ten Guy Pearce films that, despite their box office misfortune, deserve your attention.

10. The Time Machine (2002)

In this adaptation of the H.G. Wells novel, Guy Pearce plays Alexander Hartdegen, a brilliant inventor who builds a time machine to save his fiancée, Emma, after a terrible tragedy.

A still from the film | Credits: Warner Bros.

His journey takes him 800,000 years into the future, where humanity has split into two races – the peaceful Eloi and the underground-dwelling Morlocks.

Sean Bean's characters have suffered brutal deaths on TV and in films. The most notable has been 2010's Black Death, in which his onscreen demise wasn't gratuitous or graphic, but was arguably the most horrifying to date.

Black Death will be streaming on Max from April 1. The action-horror film features an ensemble cast led by The Day of the Jackal's Eddie Redmayne. It also includes Game of Thrones actors Sean Bean and Carice van Houten. Director Christopher Smith filmed Black Death as a realistic depiction of Europe in the Late Middle Ages, during the onslaught of the Bubonic plague.

The story follows Ulric (Redmayne), an envoy to the regional bishop, as he's sent to a remote village reportedly untouched by the disease. Novice monk Osmund (Bean) escorts him along with a small group of local soldiers. Smith previously described the film as a "medieval guys on a mission...

I spy with my little eye, something beginning with “spy.” If you guessed “spy thrillers” then congratulations, you win! Now you not only have the love and respect of your peers but also our picks for the 13 best modern spy thrillers. These are the greatest espionage movies since the year 2000, packed with action, or intrigue, or stunts, or all three.

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to watch all of these spy movies and report back to us. We think it’ll be easy for a special agent like you!

Pierce Brosnan and Geoffrey Rush in “The Tailor of Panama” (Sony) ‘The Tailor of Panama’ (2001)

Pierce Brosnan’s best spy movie isn’t about James Bond. He plays a despicable espionage agent in John Boorman’s riveting and intelligent “The Tailor of Panama,” based on a novel by spy writer extraordinaire John le Carré (who co-wrote the...

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This post contains spoilers for HBO's "Game of Thrones" and the "A Song of Ice and Fire" book series.

We're told over and over again throughout "Game of Thrones" that Jon Snow's whole deal is "being a bastard." Played by Kit Harington, Jon shows up in the pilot as the apparent bastard son of the honorable Ned Stark (Sean Bean), the patriarch of House Stark in the northern reaches of Westeros, and some random tavern wench. But when you learn more about Ned and his nature, the idea that Jon could possibly be the result of an affair seems sort of ludicrous. Despite that, Jon is constantly met with hostility from Ned's wife Catelyn Stark (Michelle Fairley), who thinks Jon is a reminder of Ned's greatest misstep as a husband, and he's not treated with as much kindness and respect...

This article contains spoilers for House of the Dragon Season 3 and beyond.

House of the Dragon is the newest HBO series based on George R.R. Martin's prequel Fire & Blood, yet another book installment in the growing A Song of Ice and Fire franchise. Although the author's long-awaited sixth and seventh novels are still not here, fans can gorge themselves on epic televised adaptations like this one. Set 200 years before Game of Thrones, the series follows the beginning of the end for the Targaryen dynasty as their house is divided by a war of succession.

As is the case with any popular TV show, fans love to speculate and make their theories about what they think will happen next. Some theories hold more weight than others, and as House of the Dragon progresses, others seem increasingly likely. As such, many fan theories actually make sense, especially with Season 2 finished. There...

Actors Riz Ahmed, Ruth Negga, Carice van Houten and Peter Mullan and directorsSally El Hosaini,Penny Woolcock, Ken Loach and Mike Leigh are among the signatories of an open letter from industry professionals and journalists calling on the BBC to reinstate the documentary Gaza: How to Survive a Warzone on iPlayer.

The letter, which has garnered more than 450 signatures in less than 24 hours, calls on the BBC’s leadership to stand by the documentary “with confidence”, saying it represents “an essential piece of journalism, offering an all-too-rare perspective on the lived experiences of Palestinian children living in unimaginable circumstances”.

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Hollywood has seen a lot of actors with failed marriages, and Guy Pearce’s is yet another name on the list. Tying the knot back in 1997, the now-57-year-old actor, with hits like Memento (2000), The Brutalist (2024), and L.A. Confidential (1997) on his resume, he found himself and his wife, Kate Mestitz, undergoing a divorce around 18 years later.

Guy Pearce. | Credits: First Snow / Freestyle Releasing.

But throughout the time that they were together, the actor could sincerely admit that she was “the greatest love of my life,” as he recently claimed, years after their divorce. In fact, the Marvel actor had gone through so much in his life with his ex-wife and ostensibly found such a comfortable and safe place with her that he even let out his Kevin Spacey fears to her.

Guy Pearce claimed Kate Mestitz was “the greatest love of my life” Guy Pearce. | Credits: Memento / Lionsgate.

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Joffrey Baratheon was a monster in royal clothing, and every Game of Thrones fan has, at some point, fantasized about his untimely demise. While his eventual poisoning in A Storm of Swords was immensely satisfying, what if Sansa Stark had taken matters into her own hands much earlier?

Sophie Turner as Sansa Stark in Game of Thornes | Credits: HBO

Imagine if, she had actually done it, launching him into the abyss, dragging herself down with him in a shocking murder-suicide. The ripple effects of such a bold act would have been staggering. Let’s explore how Westeros might have changed if the Mad Boy King never made it past the first book.

A scene in Game of Thrones that could have changed everything A still of Joffrey Baratheon showing Sansa Stark the head of Ned Stark in Game of Thrones | Credits: HBO

Everyone wanted Sansa Stark to kill at least...

“We are on the way up,” a bullish Sandra den Hamer says of prospects for the Dutch film sector for 2025 and beyond. The chief executive office of the Netherlands Film Fund believes that the local film industry is at last moving forward after several difficult years in the wake of Covid, falling market share for local movies and the near invisibility of Dutch cinema at major international festivals.

Dutch films are performing better than many anticipated in 2024, growing market share to 17% from 14% the previous year. Comedy drama Loverboy: Emotions Off was the top performing local title with revenues of $4.5mn driven largely by younger cinemagoers.

Over the years, Hollywood has seen many great friendships, from George Clooney and Brad Pitt to Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. However, there is a duo that is even better than the rest: Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth. Such is their chemistry and read that they were apparently not allowed to do press conferences together since they couldn’t get any work done.

Chris Hemsworth and Chris Evans | Credit: YouTube / The Backstage Experience

But they are not alone, for in the Game of Thrones universe, there is an equally chaotic duo that fans have come to love just as much as they love their on-screen relationship.

Game of Thrones iconic duo that gives off Chris Hemsworth and Chris Evans’ vibe Gwendoline Christie as Brienne of Tarth and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as Jamie Lannister | Credit: Game of Thrones / HBO

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Melisandre wasn’t just some side character in Game of Thrones; she was dropping prophecies, setting people on fire, and making us question everything (literally!) But if there’s one moment that had us absolutely fuming, it’s that scene. The one we still refuse to forgive.

Carice van Houten in Game of Thrones | Credits: HBO

And guess what, dearest gentle readers? Carice van Houten loved filming it. While we were screaming at our screens, she was having an absolute blast.

Carice van Houten’s favorite Game of Thrones scene: The shocking Shireen sacrifice Carice Van Houten in Game of Thrones | Credits: HBO

Melisandre had a lot of spectacular moments in Game of Thrones, but one stands above the rest — for not the right reasons. And, as it turns out, it was Carice van Houten’s favorite scene to film.

The Red Woman pulled off some major feats in the series,...

One of the most intriguing characters in Game of Thrones, the red priestess Melisandre played a crucial part in George R.R. Martin’s story. Portrayed by Dutch actress Carice Van Houten, she was a prominent figure in the show who worships the Lord of Light and became the advisor to Stannis Baratheon.

Carice Van Houten in Game of Thrones / Credits: HBO

Despite her lengthy journey in the show, Melisandre never met Cersei Lannister, which was a massive disappointment for fans. Even the actress was bummed that her character never got to share what would have been an iconic interaction between the Red Witch and the Lady of Casterly Rock.

Carice Van Houten hoped for a Melisandre and Cersei Lannister showdown

Game of Thrones wrapped up in 2019 with a controversial anticlimactic ending, and while most fans were devastated by how the story panned out, no one was more disappointed than Carice Van Houten,...

Unlike other showcases with a strong market component, the Clermont-Ferrand Short Film Festival does not require selected films to arrive as world premieres. That choice stems as much from allegiance to a devoted local audience that expects the best as from an understanding of wider industry dynamics.

“Our market also needs high standards,” says programmer and coordinator Julie Rousson. “For filmmakers, experiencing a short film screened in a packed, reactive hall is unique—it’s an industry moment and a public one, and that combination can only help filmmakers gain greater visibility and industry acclaim.”

Titles like Andrea Gatopoulos’s AI-assisted sci-fi freak-out “The Eggregores’ Theory” can first bank esteem across an international circuit in order to then hit the French festival of festivals – and its attending market – as an already hot proposition. And out of Clermont-Ferrand, a world of opportunity awaits.

Below are ten buzz titles reaching Clermont-Ferrand this year.

Carrie Underwood, Inauguration Performance, American Idol, Technical Glitch ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Carrie Underwood’s awkward moment at Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony allegedly put the American Idol executives in a stressful position.

The inauguration ceremony of convicted felon Donald Trump was the topic of debate on the Internet for hours and hours. From the presence of names like Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Jess Bezos to Melania Trump’s outfit for the event and the moments that took place during the ceremony.

To add to it, Carrie Underwood’s performance faced a technical glitch that was called embarrassing and awkward. She sang America The Beautiful at the event, but the controversy surrounding her has not gone down well with American idol executives, possibly affecting her standing on the show.

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Angelina Jolie Snubbed, 2025 Oscar Nominations, Hollywood Politics ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The 2025 Oscar nominations were revealed a few hours ago. While several notable and deserving names, such as Demi Moore, Cynthia Erivo, Timothee Chalamet, Ariana Grande, and more, received nods, there were also a few snubs, especially Angelina Jolie’s brilliant performance in Maria.

Fans were appalled that Angelina was not appreciated and acknowledged by the Academy for her stellar performance. A new report has claimed that the actress might have been snubbed at the Oscars due to her divorce from Brad Pitt and his connections in the industry. Here’s what we know.

Was Angelina Jolie Snubbed During The 2025 Oscar Nominations Due To Divorce From Brad Pitt?

Angelina spent several months working on her performance, singing, and emotional quotient as she portrayed the role of Maria Callas. The movie’s director could not stop gushing about her hard work and skill.

Timothée Chalamet’s Charm, Hollywood’s Golden Boy ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Timothee Chalamet may be smitten with Kylie Jenner, but behind the Pda-packed scenes, he’s still attracting attention from other women as he continues to climb the Hollywood ladder.

Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner having an intimate dinner with friends in Paris. pic.twitter.com/QMVGe1jQ9g

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According to RadarOnline, the 29-year-old actor is far from immune to the charms of powerful women in the industry despite his public relationship with the reality star.

The ‘A Complete Unknown’ star’s status as a rising star in Tinseltown only fuels the growing number of admirers, including influential female executives and filmmakers who flock to events to get a glimpse of him. “Everywhere he goes, women throw themselves at him,” a source said.

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Guy Pearce & Carice Van Houten Secretly Split After Years Together (Photo Credit – Instagram)

A new report from RadarOnline states that Guy Pearce and Carice Van Houten have called it quits after years together, ending their romantic relationship but remaining close friends.

Van Houten herself confirmed the breakup on Instagram, where she made it clear that although they still share love and friendship, they haven’t been a couple for “years.”

Carice Van Houten’s Announcement on Instagram

The ‘Game of Thrones’ star made the shocking revelation on Instagram Stories, where she wrote, “I don’t usually engage in discussions about my personal life, but because of several conclusions in the media last week regarding my relationship with Guy, I wanted to make something clear.”

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Emilia Clarke will forever be known as Daenerys Targaryen, the Mother of Dragons, from Game of Thrones, but the actor has done a great many things in her career since then. She's spent months filming a new crime drama called Criminal, as well as doing voice work for an animated Netflix show called The Twits.

in her personal life, Clarke has been linked with some notable individuals, including dating Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane in the early 2010s. More recently, she's been seen in the company of DJ Sebastian 'Bassi' Fox. But according to The Sun, Clarke and Fox have now broken up after four months together.

This information comes from "a source" at The Sun: “Emilia and Seb aren’t together anymore," this person said. "They had a fun time, but something just wasn’t quite right between them. They gave it a good go but, in the end.

Carice van Houten, best known for playing the Red Woman Melisandre on HBO's Game of Thrones; and Guy Pearce, who was just nominated for the first Academy Award of his career for her turn in The Brutalist, have split up. Actually, they've been split up for quite a while, as van Houten revealed on her Instagram Stories.

"I don't usually engage in discussions about my personal life, but because of a number of conclusions in the media last week regarding my relationship with Guy, I wanted to make something clear — he and I are great friends and love each other very much, but we haven't been a 'couple' for years," van Houten wrote. "I am however, very proud to say we are in a wonderful partnership raising the true love of our lives — our beautiful son ❤️ and his hamster. The end."

Pearce and van Houten started dating in 2015, a few...

Guy Pearce and Carice van Houten are no longer together and they actually broke up years ago.

Questions about the status of their relationship came up after Guy‘s recent comments about his ex-wife Kate Mestitz.

“My ex-wife, Kate, was the greatest love of my life, but I’ve moved on from her now and the greatest love of my life is my child, Monte,” he told The Guardian in an interview published last weekend.

Guy added that his biggest disappointment in life was that he “felt like I messed up my marriage. I don’t feel that way any more, but at the time I was devastated.”

Guy and Carice were first linked as a couple in early 2016 and they welcomed their son Monte into the world that summer. We have some photos of them sharing a passionate kiss that year.

Amid Guy‘s comments about his former relationship,...

Margaery Tyrell was one of the most notable characters in Game of Thrones simply because she possessed the perfect combination of beauty, brains, and power. Most fans would remember her iconic line, “I want to be The Queen,” and that truly defined her as ambitious, cunning, and adaptable.

Natalie Dormer in Game of Thrones / Credits: HBO

It is a shame that we did not get to see her rule long enough as the queen after she tragically died, along with hundreds of people, in the Great Sept of Baelor due to a wildfire at the end of Season 6.

Natalie Dormer originally auditioned for the role of Melisandre in Game of Thrones

Natalie Dormer portrayed Margaery Tyrell with so much grace and brilliance, giving life to a character most loved by everyone because of her charm and kindness. Surprisingly, the actress did not seek to play the role when she auditioned for Game of Thrones.

Whether these TV shows aired on a network or a streaming service, they made an impact on the cultural conversations of their time. When a massive number of people tune in for a series every time a new episode drops, it doesn't take long for the show to become part of the zeitgeist, even with audiences who aren't watching. Within this list, there's a lot of overlap with the best TV shows of all time since popularity plays into a series' longevity. There's a reason why these projects are well remembered today, even if they stopped airing decades ago.

Television has changed a lot over the years, and while the way that media is consumed might have changed, this doesn't mean people have stopped watching TV. There are many popular and underrated TV shows returning in 2025, and some might even have the staying power to be remembered as a highlight...

This article contains spoilers for many major fantasy TV shows!For every unforgettable moment in a fantasy TV show, there are just as many controversial moments that push viewers to their breaking point. Even the most popular fantastical TV series in history have included scenes that were so polarizing that audiences stop watching the show altogether. Typically, these plot points revolve around the introduction or exit of characters, as this can dramatically alter the series' dynamic and be devastating to witness. TV deaths often spark outrage when viewers feel that the character didn't deserve to be killed off and still had more to contribute.

There are many fantasy TV scenes that make no sense, but this is more excusable, as the complex magic systems and world-building in speculative fiction shows can become confusing. However, when a series makes a concrete and avoidable choice that alienates audience members, it's much more difficult to accept this.

Fantasy is a versatile genre since the creation of new worlds and magic systems allows writers and creators to establish new rules and logic that suit the storyline. However, this doesn't mean that fantasy TV shows are immune from adding plot points that make no sense and don't help further the overall narrative. Many of these choices have to do with the character's choices being inconsistent or the series breaking its own rules about how the fantastical elements work. Since speculative fiction fans are willing to suspend their disbelief, these shows sometimes push the boundaries of logic too far.

There are plenty of fantasy movie scenes that make no sense, and TV series are just as susceptible to these mistakes. Often, these confusing moments happen because there are so many contradicting storylines or there's an external element that's out of the writers' control. To compensate for actors suddenly leaving or...

The Netherlands has gifted Hollywood some remarkable talents, from Carice van Houten in Game of Thrones to Michiel Huisman in Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon. Now, Olivier Richters, famously known as The Dutch Giant, is carving out his own space in the industry.

Standing an impressive 2.18 meters tall, Richters has already appeared in blockbuster films like Black Widow and the latest Indiana Jones. Up next, he’s set to join Prime Video’s hit series Reacher, taking on the role of Pauly, a character described as both complex and intense.

However, Richters’ Hollywood resume could have been even more impressive. In a recent interview with Dutch portal The Nerd Shepherd, the actor revealed that he was once close to landing the role of Juggernaut in the Deadpool franchise—a near-miss that could have added a major Marvel villain to his growing list of accomplishments.

Olivier Richters’ journey to Hollywood has been a blend of preparation,...

The Netherlands has brought many talents to Hollywood, from Carice van Houten in Game of Thrones to Michiel Huisman in Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon. Now, Olivier Richters, known as ‘The Dutch Giant,’ is making his mark.

Standing tall at 2.18 meters, Richters has appeared in major films like Black Widow and the latest Indiana Jones. Soon, he’ll join the hit Prime Video series Reacher, where he will play Pauly, a complex and intense character.

But, Richters’ Hollywood career could have been even richer, had an offer he received become reality some years ago. Namely, as the actor revealed in an interview for the Dutch portal The Nerd Shepherd, he was close to appearing as Juggernaut in the Deadpool franchise.

Richters’ path to Hollywood is a mix of preparation and luck. His size makes him a natural fit for villain roles, but Richters is open to variety. Although his towering frame has opened many doors,...

Big Brit stars including Tom Hiddleston, Tamara Lawrance and Walking Dead star Andrew Lincoln are set to grace the small screen next year. Here, we round up the biggest shows coming out of the UK in 2025, as The Night Manager returns, Steven Knight’s latest drops and, just maybe, the next big hit launches. Read on, and feel free to add your own thoughts in the comments section.

‘The Night Manager’

Tom Hiddleston’s Jonathan Pine is back baby, and he’ll be on TV for a little while. A supercharged double-season order of one of the shows that defined TV’s golden era was actioned earlier this year and Season 2 will land in 2k25 with a brand new director in I Hate Suzie’s Georgi Banks-Davies and new American co-producer in Prime Video, which replaces AMC. Last seen in the back of a paddy wagon driven...

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2024 is almost over, and while it was a pretty good year for Prime Video and its subscribers because of all the marvelous content we got. In my opinion, it is nothing compared to what Prime Video has in store for us for 2025, as some of the most highly-anticipated Prime Video original shows will be returning in the upcoming year. So, let’s find out which of your favorite Prime Video original shows or some incredible new shows are coming to Prime Video in 2025.

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Invincible is an adult animated superhero action thriller drama series created by Robert Kirkman. Based on the comic book series of the same name by Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley, Season 3 of the Prime Video series will see Mark Grayson, aka Invincible, forced to face his past and...

Movies have been absolutely peerless when it comes to giving the world a chance to gaze at desirable females. What the seventh art has been notoriously bad at is exploring the concept of female desire, in all of its complexities and clandestine, dark-corner complications. This is where Babygirl comes in. An exploration of a charged sexual relationship between a female CEO and her young, male intern that ends up finding freedom in sub-dom dynamics, this drama from Dutch filmmaker Halina Reijns leans heavily into the power structures inherent in such December-May affairs.

If you're a fan of "Game of Thrones," its prequel and spin-off "House of the Dragon," or author George R.R. Martin's work, you're probably familiar with a prophecy in Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series concerning a mysterious figure called "the prince that was promised." This prophecy is the center of many, many plotlines across both TV shows, "A Song of Ice and Fire," and the Targaryen family history "Fire & Blood." So, what does the prophecy say, and who is "the prince that was promised?"

The answer is much, much more complicated than you think, if I'm being quite honest. Not only is it particularly unclear who, exactly, "the prince that was promised" even is, but characters in "House of the Dragon" and "Game of Thrones" wildly misinterpret — and manipulate — the prophecy to suit their own needs so frequently that, by the end of the narrative of "Game of Thrones,...

It’s always exciting when a TV show takes a massive risk that really pays off, but it can be insanely frustrating when these surprising writing decisions fall flat on their face. While huge twists, impulsive character decisions, or unusual storytelling choices can keep things interesting, they also have the potential to alienate audiences and lead to storylines that the writers opt to quietly discard rather than continue telling an unpopular plot. This has been a problem across comedy, drama, and even fantasy series that have tried something new with their storyline, only to have viewers flat-out reject the risk.

Many of the best TV shows of all time have taken massive risks, only for them to not work out and have to backtrack on their storylines. This has seen previously deceased characters inexplicably return to life, established backstories being badly rewritten, or even final seasons that ruined the legacy...

Hardcore Game of Thrones fans, rejoice. If your favorite character from the juggernaut TV series/franchise is Jon Snow, then you'll be pleased to know the character is back in a big way. The new mobile video game, Game of Thrones: Kingsroad heavily features Snow, with original actor Kit Harington back to voice the character, Entertainment Weekly reports.

Gamers got their first look at the Kingsroad on December 12, 2024 at the Game Awards ceremony in Los Angeles. The two minute trailer features tons of bloody battle action and some other familiar faces, including Varys (Conleth Hill), Jaime Lannister (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau), and Cersei Lannister (Lena Headey) sitting on the franchise's iconic Iron Throne. The clip ends with a looming giant White Walker attack, and Snow in voice over saying, "Whether you like it or not, winter is coming."

There Might Be Even More Jon Snow in Future Projects

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To be a Game of Thrones fan is masochistic work. Because with every day that passes, the chances of ever seeing George R.R. Martin's written conclusion to his A Song of Ice and Fire series get smaller and smaller. Sure, the HBO iteration did, well, something with the author's road map and over-arching story plan. But whether or not it was a satisfying, nuanced ending to the story is another thing entirely, and up for contentious debate among fans.

The prolific-yet-meandering author has long brushed off worries about his completion of his Westerosi story as overblown. But in a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the author admits that maybe those fans are right — maybe he won't finish the book. After all, as he admits: "Unfortunately, I am 13 years late."

"Every time I say that," the author admitted, "I'm [like], 'How could I be 13 years late?'" But for Martin,...

Horror movies rely on many elements to bring their terror to life, and the setting is a big part of that. For titles set in the past, getting the environment right is crucial, especially for period pieces. In horror films that take place in the Middle Ages, a well-executed medieval backdrop can add layers of tension, drama, and dread. This allows the story to tap into the historical fears of the unknown and the harsh realities of the time.

By creating a world in which the characters are at the mercy of their isolated, oppressive environments, the sense of inevitable doom makes the horror feel more authentic. From The Witch to the Evil Dead franchise, a number of popular and less-known horror movies have successfully used their medieval settings to pull viewers into their terrifying worlds. By grounding the story in a time filled with religious fervor, disease, and superstition,...

Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin opens up about the status of the hit series' final novel.

Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Martin was asked about the status of the final novel in the long-running A Song of Fire and Ice series, The Winds of Winter, which fans have been hotly-anticipating the release of for well over a decade. "Unfortunately, I am 13 years late," Martin responded. "Every time I say that, I'm [like], 'How could I be 13 years late?' I don’t know, it happens a day at a time... But that's still a priority. A lot of people are already writing obituaries for me. [They're saying] 'Oh, he'll never be finished.' Maybe they're right. I don't know. I'm alive right now! I seem pretty vital!"

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Oscar-winner Marcia Gay Harden is set to join a new gothic horror movie that will reunite two of Game of Thrones' biggest stars.

Per Deadline, Harden will join Sophie Turner and Kit Harington in a new horror film titled The Dreadful. The film also stars Laurence OFuarain (The Gentlemen) and Jonathan Howard (Thor: The Dark World). The film will reportedly be set during the War of the Roses, a period in which several civil wars were waged for control of the English throne. The Dreadful follows "Anne (Turner) and her sinister mother-in-law Morwen (Harden), who live a solitary, harsh life on the outskirts of society. But when a man (Harington) from their past returns, he sets off a sequence of horrifying events that become a turning point for Anne."

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Sometimes, a television series delivers a shocking moment by killing off what may seem like a main character. While some of these may be done for shock value, sometimes, the show also needs to do it to push things forward. A major character's death has a significant impact on the plot. Ned Stark's death in the first season of Game of Thrones is a great example.

Not only does it start a war between the North and the South, but it also sets Game of Thrones in motion. Similarly, Lost too has a significant death early in the show that holds significance. However, like Ned Stark in Game of Thrones, television shows often choose a great or beloved character to maximize the impact of their death.

Ned Stark Leaves Game of Thrones in Season 1, Episode 9

At the beginning of Game of Thrones, Ned Stark seemed like a major player.

The fantasy drama Game of Thrones is considered one of the best TV series of all time, despite its divisive finale. Following its success on HBO, the network continued to bet on George R.R. Martin's works, and, at one point, a spin-off series starring Kit Harington's Jon Snow was in the works.

The main series ended in 2019 after eight seasons, and a Jon Snow follow-up was considered. Its status remained uncertain since the announcement, but now HBO boss Casey Bloys confirmed the series has been shelved after actor Kit Harington echoed the same sentiment earlier this year. However, he gave a hopeful answer about the character's future, Deadline reports.

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The rumors are true: a Game of Thrones movie is now in the planning stages at HBO. Original author George R.R. Martin's criticism about the spinoff series, House of the Dragon, has also been addressed.

Recently, it was reported that a Game of Thrones film was in early development. Per Variety, this report has been confirmed by HBO and Max chief Casey Bloys during a press event on Tuesday. While it was stressed that the project is still in its infancy and not yet officially greenlit, Bloys teased that Martin is directly involved with the creative process. As long as there's a screenplay that everyone is happy with, then production on the movie will be able to move forward.

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Game of Thrones catapulted many young stars into mainstream popularity. Among the most beloved faces in George R.R. Martin's epic fantasy series was Maisie Williams, who rose to prominence for her portrayal of the fiercely independent Arya Stark. Towards the end of the series, she is seen bidding farewell to Jon Snow and on the docks of King's Landing before sailing to the west of Westeros. Now, Martins new update hints that this open-ended storyline could easily be twisted into a new beginning for Arya Stark.

In a recent post on his personal website, Not a Blog, the mastermind behind the Game of Thrones universe mentioned his visit to London, where he had the pleasure of meeting with Maisie Williams over a meal. During their conversation, they discussed something that Martin says could be so much fun, and certainly sounds like another spin-off...

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Major television deaths are almost always sad, but they're especially devastating when viewers barely get to spend time with the character in question. While the death of a longtime favorite dramatically impacts the show and its audience, the demise of smaller players can hit just as hard.

This is especially true when they've made a good impression, igniting hopes that they'll take on a more prominent role in the story. In some cases, they're met with an early end instead, leaving viewers to wonder what their character arc could have looked like if they'd lasted longer than a handful of episodes.

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Game of Thrones' Syrio Forel is the perfect example of a fan-favorite character who makes an impression in just a few episodes. Syrio is introduced in season 1's "Lord Snow," when Ned tasks him with training Arya in the art of swordplay.

The fantasy genre shines on television, as the episodic nature of TV shows allows for plenty of time to focus on world-building and magic systems while still providing character development. However, all the moving parts and expectations surrounding fantasy TV series make it difficult for a show to hit the mark in every aspect of the story. Common issues arise with fantasy TV shows that continue for too long, running out of ideas and growing repetitive before the finale. In a perfect show, there can't be any major problems or too many moments that make viewers quit the series.

Many of the best fantasy TV shows of the 2020s are almost perfect and could prove themselves to be the best of the 21st century before their stories end. More often than not, great fantasy shows are based on books, giving the seasons structure and providing a strong storyline for the script.

Many things that Game of Thrones fans naturally assume are true may turn out to be myths. This applies to both book and movie fans. There are so many fascinating things to learn in and outside of Game of Thrones. In fact, there's even a course at Harvard University inspired by the hit HBO show.

From the real-life events that inspired the series' most horrific events to the inaccurate pronunciation of a certain queen's name, Game of Thrones has its own myths. Many are happy incidents, and many are simply hidden facts that take a little bit of digging. One thing that fans can count on is that both George R.R. Martin and the Game of Thrones production team put a lot of heart into helping the story come to life.

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This past summer, Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin visited Europe for, as he puts it on his Not a Blog, both "business and pleasure," as has been the case for almost every trip he's taken in the past couple of decades. He visited his overseas publishers and stopped by the set of the new Game of Thrones prequel show A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, but he also got to make like a tourist and explore the great cities of Europe, including Amsterdam in the Netherlands.

Martin implies that Amsterdam is one of the inspirations for Braavos, the coastal city where Arya Stark trained as a Faceless Man in Martin's Song of Ice and Fire books and on Game of Thrones. Apparently it has more canals than even Venice, Italy, which is the city a lot of people assume Braavos is based on. You learn something new every day.

While it might come as a shock, sometimes, actors root for their own characters to be written off of a show. The reasons can be as simple as that they are bored or that they find the experience too demanding. Sometimes, they receive a better offer and have to give up their current post. However, not everyone who wants their character dead has their wish to come true.

Sophie Turner famously didn't want her Game of Thrones character to survive the show, but fans would later learn that Sansa becomes one of the few survivors who thrive in the game for power. Similarly, many actors have very specific ideas for their characters to be killed off. Sometimes, the show honors their idea. Other times, they get a different, shocking death.

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Being an actor certainly isn't an easy career path to take. There are many pitfalls and lots of financial difficulties, and in the end, plenty of people just give up altogether. There are countless talented actors out there who the world will never know about, simply because they had bad luck.

But others have just the right amount of luck. They can get right to the brink of failure and then suddenly be pulled back due to a TV show casting. And then, every once in a blue moon, that TV show turns into a phenomenon and makes an actor into a massive name.

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Fantasy TV shows can change quickly, and when big plot twists and narrative changes are written into the story, they have a major impact. The magic systems and rules of the realities that these fantastical worlds exist in allow the writers and creators to experiment with story and character dynamics, leading to episodes that change everything for the series. These episodes typically incorporate a tone shift and switch the show's focus to a new set of character dynamics. Altering a series so drastically can either save and prolong its run or be the beginning of the end for the show.

The fantasy TV shows that deserved more seasons rarely get the chance to reinvent themselves and adapt to significant change. However, a long-running series must quickly adjust when actors decide to leave the show or a detailed story arc has reached its end. While it can be daunting to take...

The Greek government has further delayed reopening the country’s popular 40% tax rebate for international film and TV productions until January 2025 as it strives to clear a funding backlog and receive a fresh budget.

The rebate has been closed for new applications since May 1. It was expected to formally reopen on October 1, administered by the newly-created Hellenic Film and Audiovisual Centre - Creative Greece (Hfac-Creative Greece).

However, Screen understands international film and TV productions hoping to shoot in Greece this year have been assured by Leonidas Christopoulos, CEO of Hfac-Creative Greece, they will be still able to access the rebate.