Game of Thrones (2011)
Noble families clash in an epic, gritty war for control, while an ancient evil awakens in the frozen north.
Seven noble families fight for control of the mythical land of Westeros. Friction between the houses leads to full-scale war. All while a very ancient evil awakens in the farthest north. Amidst the war, a neglected military order of misfits, the Night's Watch, is all that stands between the realms of men and icy horrors beyond.
How intense is Game of Thrones?
Game of Thrones is mildly scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated TV-MA.
What Game of Thrones feels like
- Tone
- epicgrittytensesuspenseful
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Game of Thrones
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Is Game of Thrones for you?
Is Game of Thrones scary?
Only a little. Game of Thrones has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Game of Thrones gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is Game of Thrones sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Game of Thrones OK for kids?
It is rated TV-MA, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
Where can I stream Game of Thrones?
Game of Thrones is streaming on Max.
Does Game of Thrones have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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