‘Game of Thrones‘ was one of the most popular and well-received shows in recent memory. The HBO fantasy series bridged the gap between cinema and television with its amazing set pieces and visuals. It was based on a book series by author George R. R. Martin.
However, things changed after its botched and poorly received final season, particularly the final episode. This led to the studio canceling several spin-offs of the show. Martin recently talked about it in his blog. So let’s find out what the author said about this.
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George R. R. Martin Says HBO Has Canceled Several ‘Game Of Thrones’ Spinoffs
George R. R. Martin recently said that HBO canceled several spinoffs of their fantasy series ‘Game of Thrones‘ after its terrible finale. However, ‘House of the Dragon‘ received impressive ratings and it has been renewed for a second season.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Martin wrote in his blog that a couple of potential spinoffs have been “shelved.” He also said that the delays are due to “all the changes at HBO Max.”
The author said that he is working on “several of the other [Game of Thrones] successor shows that we’re developing with HBO.” “A couple have been shelved, but I would not agree that they are dead. All the changes at HBO Max have impacted us, certainly”, he wrote.
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‘House Of The Dragon’ Writer Talks About Season
The maiden season of GOT’s spinoff series ‘House of the Dragon‘ met with universal acclaim. It has been renewed for a second season which is expected to go on the floor in 2023.
Writer Sara Hess recently talked about how they have included a Blood and Cheese reference from the book ‘Fire & Blood‘ in the next season. It denotes how Luc’s death will be avenged in the story.
Daemon describes it as: “An eye for an eye, a son for a son.” “We are currently writing the finale of Season 2,” When asked about the infamous Blood and Cheese story, she said: “I don’t think you will be disappointed.”
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