The 10 best Game of Thrones episodes to watch ahead of House of the Dragon prequel, as ranked by IMDB
As House of the Dragon returns viewers to Westeros, let’s look back on the best ever episodes of Game of Thrones.
House of the Dragon – the epic Game of Thrones prequel based on George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood – is here. But, while we wait for the next episode, what better way to re-immerse yourself into Westeros than to rewatch some of Game of Thrones’ best episodes?
Though later seasons – and particularly Season 8 – received mixed reviews, it’s worth remembering how incredible Game of Thrones was at its best. It wasn’t just the action set pieces, the dragons, the zombies, that made it one of the most successful shows of all time. It was the writing, the fully fleshed out characters, and the brutal twists and turns of the plot.
So, without further ado, these are the 10 most highly rated episodes of Game of Thrones, according to their rankings on IMDB.
So, without further ado, these are the 10 most highly rated episodes of Game of Thrones, according to their rankings on IMDB.
5. The Spoils of War
The Spoils of War (Season 7, Episode 4) sees Daenerys Targaryen ride Drogon into battle against Jaime Lannister's forces. After seven seasons of build-up, the terrifying power of a fully-grown dragon is unleashed on Westeros, and the viewers are torn between well-loved characters on both sides of the conflict . IMDB rating: 9.7.
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6. The Door
The Door (Season 6, Episode 5) reveals the heartbreaking story behind Hodor's name, in a twist that left fans reeling. IMDB rating: 9.7.
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7. The Laws of Gods and Men
The Laws of Gods and Men (Season 4, Episode 6) sees Tyrion Lannister defend himself while on trial for murder. Worth a rewatch alone for Peter Dinklage's Emmy winning performance - especially his delivery of the "I've been on trial for that my entire life" speech. Utter chills. IMDB rating: 9.7.
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8. The Mountain and the Viper
The Mountain and the Viper (Season 4, Episode 8) is the trial by combat between Oberyn Martell and Gregor Clegane, AKA The Mountain. The stakes? Tyrion's life. Featuring creative fighting choreography, insanely charismatic acting by Pedro Pascal, and a Game of Thrones horror twist. IMDB rating: 9.7.
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