Based upon the books "A Song of Fire and Ice" by George R.R. Martin. Will anyone be watching? Has anyone read the books?

I've only read the first book and it's great. I have friends who are addicted to the series and can't get enough of the books, and I can see why--he really is an amazing storyteller. I canceled HBO in a fit of rage against my cable company, but I'm thinking of getting it back for this.

Efan said:

I've only read the first book and it's great. I have friends who are addicted to the series and can't get enough of the books, and I can see why--he really is an amazing storyteller. I canceled HBO in a fit of rage against my cable company, but I'm thinking of getting it back for this.

After I am done reading my current book, I will probably start reading "A Game of Thrones". I wish Netflix would pick up HBO programming as it does STARZ programming. I wouldn't have HBO if it did.

Shawnt27 said:

Efan said:

I've only read the first book and it's great. I have friends who are addicted to the series and can't get enough of the books, and I can see why--he really is an amazing storyteller. I canceled HBO in a fit of rage against my cable company, but I'm thinking of getting it back for this.

After I am done reading my current book, I will probably start reading "A Game of Thrones". I wish Netflix would pick up HBO programming as it does STARZ programming. I wouldn't have HBO if it did.

Wait, Netflix has the Starz shows? I have Netflix. I need to look into this, because there are a couple Starz series I'd like to see.

I'll probably have to get HBO back for True Blood (plus, I really miss Bill Maher). Adding Game of Thrones to it is another compelling reason.

Efan said:

Shawnt27 said:

After I am done reading my current book, I will probably start reading "A Game of Thrones". I wish Netflix would pick up HBO programming as it does STARZ programming. I wouldn't have HBO if it did.

Wait, Netflix has the Starz shows? I have Netflix. I need to look into this, because there are a couple Starz series I'd like to see.

I'll probably have to get HBO back for True Blood (plus, I really miss Bill Maher). Adding Game of Thrones to it is another compelling reason.

Netflix allows you to stream Spartacus & Camelot episodes. However, it looks like STARZ maybe be discontinuing that service in the future.

HBO has released the first 14 minutes of the first episode. You can watch it below. NSFW

http://ramascreen.com/wat...f-thrones/

I know nothing of the books, but the trailer looks interesting and since Shameless is done for the year Im gonna give it a try. Its amazing how few regular TV shows I watch anymore.

Huge fan of the books, and HBO is doing an amazing job with them.

Ive never read the books, so I have no qualm with how this plays out but the first episode while spending way too much time introducing characters and very little plot it was interesting. Ill give it a chance before I proclaim my judgement. Thank god I dont have to deal with the lil boy anymore.

A while back I bought a book on the clearance shelf at Borders by George R.R. Martin. It was pretty interesting (about superheroes in an alternate modern world).

I meant to catch this yesterday, but wound up going to the movies instead.

Can't wait to see it on re-runs.

It got off to a great start. I usually avoid HBO series until the second season because I find that's when they really "take off." But G.o.T. was fascinating from the very beginning. It's like Lord of the Rings by way of Deadwood.

anybody watching this who hasn't read the books? I've read the books multiple times and i'm loving the series so far. Curious to see what people not familiar w/ the story think about it (or those who are familiar w/ the story).

I think the 2 episodes aired have been great so far! Really sticks to the books. I've read them all and am waiting for the book coming out in July.

Yup! i have seen some episodes and it seems that this is gonna be one of the best shows on TV in future.

NoVideo said:

anybody watching this who hasn't read the books? I've read the books multiple times and i'm loving the series so far. Curious to see what people not familiar w/ the story think about it (or those who are familiar w/ the story).

I watched the first two episodes without having read "Game of Thrones". I am enthralled. I started reading "Game of Thrones" last week. It is amazing how close to the books the show is staying. This is the best show on television, at the moment.

I obviously havent read the books cause that damn boy is still alive.

Just watched the first two episodes and... I'm not feeling it. The only character I can even stand is the dwarf. I can see he's gonna be the breakout star of the show.

Lammastide said:

Just watched the first two episodes and... I'm not feeling it. The only character I can even stand is the dwarf. I can see he's gonna be the breakout star of the show.

I'd say based on the books that the storyline will really get going with Episode 4. Episode 3 was another sorta set-up episode, as the characters get in place. It left off where things are just about to get really interesting.

NoVideo said:

Lammastide said:

Just watched the first two episodes and... I'm not feeling it. The only character I can even stand is the dwarf. I can see he's gonna be the breakout star of the show.

I'd say based on the books that the storyline will really get going with Episode 4. Episode 3 was another sorta set-up episode, as the characters get in place. It left off where things are just about to get really interesting.

I suppose I coould tune in for another episode or two.

I want to watch this, but my friend who is in love with the books will kill me if I don't read them first

thekidsgirl said:

I want to watch this, but my friend who is in love with the books will kill me if I don't read them first

Why does that remind me of "The Ballad of Dorothy Parker"?

But she didn't see the movie
Cuz she hadn't read the book first

NoVideo said:

anybody watching this who hasn't read the books? I've read the books multiple times and i'm loving the series so far. Curious to see what people not familiar w/ the story think about it (or those who are familiar w/ the story).

The first episode didn't have anything memorable to hook me so far... no characters I bonded with, and the "savage" braided people, doing it doggy style at their beach barbecue seemed very cheesy. As does the undead demon zombie peeps at the beginning. I haven't seen the third episode yet.

I dunno.And it should be my cup of tea.

I've read a lot of fantasy back in middle school and high school, and one of my favorie books of all time is "Arthur Rex" by Thomas Berger. I played D&D in middle school.

But I will keep watching to see if the story or characters do pick up.

I'm finally watching "Mad Men", and that shit is amazing.

But I hear the granddaddy most incredible show EVER put out is "The Wire". Every scene or plot thread supposedly picks up or leads to something huge, even if it's in the next season. I hear that Game of Thrones is supposed to be like that. So I'll keep watching.

haven't actually watched any episodes yet but I am sky+'ing the series so I will get myself caught up with this soon.

ufoclub said:

love it ..getting better with each episode

oh and jason momoa character

Amazing series. True to the books. The acting, the sets, the storylines; all great.

And I love how HBO ordered a second season based on the reactions to the first episode. Woohoo!

Lammastide said:

I'm not feeling it. boxed The only character I can even stand is the dwarf. I can see he's gonna be the breakout star of the show.

I suppose I coould tune in for another episode or two.

Let me know what you thought of the rest. And yes, Tyrion does have the best lines.