# Game of Thrones (2011–2019) — Celluloid TV fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/shows/game-of-thrones/
Last reviewed: 2026-08-27

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 89% |
| Celluloid Editorial Rating | 89/100 |
| Audience Snapshot | 85% |
| Metascore | 86/100 |
| IMDb | 9.2/10 |
| Fan Score | 88% |
| Creator | David Benioff & D. B. Weiss |
| Platform | HBO Max |
| Genres | Drama, Fantasy, Adventure |
| Seasons | 8 (73 episodes) |
| Language | English |
| Country | United States |

## Quick answer

Game of Thrones (2011–2019) is a Drama, Fantasy, Adventure series created by David Benioff & D. B. Weiss, streaming on HBO Max. It holds a 89% Celluloid Score — Recommended — from Celluloid editorial (89%), Metascore (86/100), IMDb (9.2/10), TMDB fan (88%) across 8 seasons. Audience snapshot (not in the composite): 85%.

## Celluloid verdict

A genre-defining fantasy epic of staggering scale and moral complexity whose early brilliance reshaped television — even as a rushed final season divided its enormous audience.

## Synopsis

Noble families wage a brutal, many-sided war for control of the Iron Throne of Westeros while an ancient supernatural threat gathers in the frozen north — an epic of politics, prophecy and dragons adapted from George R. R. Martin's novels.

## Cast

Emilia Clarke, Peter Dinklage, Kit Harington, Lena Headey, Maisie Williams

## Critic reviews on Celluloid: 1

## Most searched questions

**Is Game of Thrones worth watching?**
Yes — Game of Thrones earns a 89% Celluloid Score (Recommended), from editorial 89%, Metascore 86/100, IMDb 9.2/10, TMDB fan 88%. Audience snapshot is separate (85%). A genre-defining fantasy epic of staggering scale and moral complexity whose early brilliance reshaped television — even as a rushed final season divided its enormous audience.

**Why is Game of Thrones so highly rated?**
Game of Thrones scores 89% from four inputs: Celluloid editorial 89/100, Metacritic 86/100, IMDb 9.2/10 and TMDB fan rating 88%. The separate audience snapshot is 85%. A genre-defining fantasy epic of staggering scale and moral complexity whose early brilliance reshaped television — even as a rushed final season divided its enormous audience. See the full breakdown on the Game of Thrones series page.

**Do I need to watch Game of Thrones before House of the Dragon?**
Not required, but helpful. House of the Dragon is a prequel; watching Game of Thrones first adds payoff for houses and lore without being mandatory.

**Is Game of Thrones on HBO Max?**
Yes — Game of Thrones is available on HBO Max in many regions (catalogued under HBO Max on Celluloid). Rights differ by country; confirm in the HBO Max app or the where-to-watch notes.

**Is Game of Thrones on Netflix?**
No — Game of Thrones is not on Netflix. It streams on HBO Max, and on Celluloid it is catalogued under HBO Max. Streaming rights rotate by country, so confirm in your region before subscribing.

**What year did Game of Thrones come out?**
Game of Thrones first aired in 2011 and ran through 2019 (2011–2019). Created by David Benioff & D. B. Weiss; it streams on HBO Max today.

**How many seasons of Game of Thrones are there?**
Game of Thrones has 8 seasons across 73 episodes (2011–2019). Status: ended / complete.

**How long does it take to watch Game of Thrones?**
At roughly 40–50 minutes per episode, Game of Thrones’s 73 episodes take roughly 55 hours of runtime (plus credits). Binge pace depends on season breaks.

**Where can I watch Game of Thrones?**
Game of Thrones streams on HBO Max in supported regions. On Celluloid it is catalogued under HBO Max. Rights rotate — confirm in your country on the platform app.

**Who is in the cast of Game of Thrones?**
Game of Thrones stars Emilia Clarke, Peter Dinklage, Kit Harington, Lena Headey, Maisie Williams. Created by David Benioff & D. B. Weiss.

**How many episodes are in Game of Thrones?**
Game of Thrones has 73 episodes across 8 seasons (2011–2019).

**What is Game of Thrones about?**
Noble families wage a brutal, many-sided war for control of the Iron Throne of Westeros while an ancient supernatural threat gathers in the frozen north — an epic of politics, prophecy and dragons adapted from George R. R. Martin's novels.

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