'Game of Thrones' Shocker: Were They Right to Risk TV Fan Base to Stay True to the Book?

by SodaHead TV Posted 2011/06/14 11:05:09

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****SPOILER ALERT ****

"Game of Thrones" just may be the gutsiest show on TV (perhaps ever?) after Sunday’s shocker! Some fans are in a frenzy and others devastated after watching the shocking twist.

Spoiler alert from Sunday’s episode… “The only reason we watched [Game of Thrones] was for Sean Bean.

But HBO defended their choice:

Thrones is not just about the promise you’re going to see one of your favorite actors week in and week out. The star is the story.

But, TV audiences are not the same as book fans. There are plenty of viewers the saga may not get back.

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Bronti 2011/06/14 22:43:05

Yes, it was a good move

+4
I think they absolutely need to stay true to the book.

Lord Stark is not the only reason I watch Game of Thrones. I was overjoyed when Tyrion got knocked out by the mace, therefore, did not have to go into battle. The Imp is one of my favorite characters.

I would like to see Daenerys Targaryen (Drogo) become queen of the 7 kingdoms. Because, I have a feeling that Kahal is going to die from his wound. Certainly hope their baby makes it.

I'm staying tuned hoping ALL the Lannister's (except Tyrion) are eventually banned outside the wall.
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Nadrasta 2011/06/15 17:19:52

Yes, it was a good move

I probably wouldn't watch it if they strayed too far from the books.

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Buster 2011/06/15 12:09:19

Yes, it was a good move

+1
HBO are incredibly faithful to the books and should continue to be, the show is perfect. Ned's death is nothing compared to what happens later in the series anyway. Sean Bean is a good actor and definitely helped to attract people to the series, but the series is more than strong enough to continue without him. The story only gets better from here.

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JohnG 2011/06/15 11:53:27

Yes, it was a good move

The Game of Thrones is not for honorable men like Ned.

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Prometheus~phaet~ 2011/06/15 11:37:48
Ticiana 2011/06/15 06:04:11

Yes, it was a good move

I have red 4 books from Martin's saga: Ed Stark was my favorite character, but after his murder, I've passed my affection to Arya. Yes, they werer right to stay true to the book. If he "lived" that would not be the same story.

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darwolf 2011/06/15 04:59:28

Yes, it was a good move

Staying true to the books.

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moonchild 2011/06/15 04:32:07 (edited)

Yes, it was a good move

You have to stay true to the books.. though I was sad to see that happen. :(

Also- there are so many other likable characters.. I doubt many people are going to just stop watching..

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Hausen 2011/06/15 03:50:02

Yes, it was a good move

That's scene was very true to the book, and so is the overall show for the most part. This series is so awesome. Good guys die, bad guys die, no one is safe! The books after Game of Thrones are the same, they make you afraid to turn the next page because your favorite character might be gone.

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Manwë 2011/06/15 03:42:11

Yes, it was a good move

+2
I'm still waiting for actual dragons and wild things.

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Kigan 2011/06/15 03:24:28

Yes, it was a good move

Staying true to the book should be the only way to go about it.

Period.

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TexicanRGV - Noblesse Oblige 2011/06/15 02:22:43

Yes, it was a good move

+1
At least he didn't get molten gold poured on his head!

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MOMMA THOMAS 2011/06/15 01:47:56

Yes, it was a good move

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$????????????...

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OMG 2011/06/15 00:35:13

Yes, it was a good move

Never read the book,, but the show is pretty good.

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wamcalif 2011/06/14 23:29:47

Yes, it was a good move

+1
Great move. Now we know that anything goes in the series. The worst thing for me is a predictable show. From what I have seen so far, it is not inconceivable that someone puts the guy's head back on and he attacks the new king in zombie form.

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eyemall 2011/06/14 23:29:09

Yes, it was a good move

To many times a made for tv movie is changed from the way it is in the book. I think they made a smart move by keeping it true to the book. I have followed MArtin's story since it first appeared and cant wait to get my hands on the new book.

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Bronti 2011/06/14 22:43:05

Yes, it was a good move

+4
I think they absolutely need to stay true to the book.

Lord Stark is not the only reason I watch Game of Thrones. I was overjoyed when Tyrion got knocked out by the mace, therefore, did not have to go into battle. The Imp is one of my favorite characters.

I would like to see Daenerys Targaryen (Drogo) become queen of the 7 kingdoms. Because, I have a feeling that Kahal is going to die from his wound. Certainly hope their baby makes it.

I'm staying tuned hoping ALL the Lannister's (except Tyrion) are eventually banned outside the wall.

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Hausen to Bronti 2011/06/15 03:44:51

+1
You would really enjoy the books! They are excellent, and you may even enjoy what happens better than you predictions.

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Bronti to Hausen 2011/06/15 15:44:30

No doubt I will enjoy the books. There's nothing better than the details in a good book and one's own imagination. I'm sure there's going to be a lot more unexpected twists and turns. Great story, and I'll take you up on your recommendation. Thanks.

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Kaleoku... to Bronti 2011/06/15 05:23:35

+1
If Kahal dies, his queen will follow him to the grave.

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Bronti to Kaleoku... 2011/06/15 15:55:16

You think so? I know that is the way of the Dothraki people, but I'm just hoping if Kahal dies she and her baby will be okay. I know this is Game of Thrones and not Sleeping Beauty, so anything unexpected could/will happen.

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elena 2011/06/14 22:35:30

Yes, it was a good move

I´ve read the books and I´m watching the serie, and both are exceptional. Look "True Blood" case: each episode is more different than the novels (better, to me), but both are really good. It´s a great error to compare novel-movie: each one has different technicals, different times, different ways of expression,...Read the novel and watch the movie forgetting the other and you enjoying twice.

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Ron 2011/06/14 21:48:38

Yes, it was a good move

I have not read the book, so I don't know what to look for. I just enjoy the show. It is one of the best on TV even if it is only an hour long. Needs to be longer!

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xinvaliduserx 2011/06/14 20:46:46

Yes, it was a good move

+1
Yeah of course it was a good move. They are following the storyline epically. Ned Stark was never meant to be a main character and this is one of the things that sets this story apart from others. It takes risks, it constantly juggles who the star of the moment is and it keeps you guessing as to who will bite the bullet next and how. For anyone who would stop watching because of Ned's death I say only this: You are missing so much good story its not even funny but it is your loss.

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shion sonozaki 2011/06/14 20:26:03 (edited)

Yes, it was a good move

yes shock tactics work to keep people watching like what is going to happen to arya and sansa

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Rowena Ravenclaw 2011/06/14 20:21:21

Yes, it was a good move

+1
I love both the books and the TV show and I'm also a huge fan of Sean Bean, but I'm not going to stop watching such an awesome show just because he's gone. I'm glad they're staying true to the book. xD

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mjollnir 2011/06/14 20:12:49

Yes, it was a good move

+2
ALWAYS STAY TRUE TO THE BOOK. Deviation is what makes so many book-to-movie conversions so awful.

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comptech - Quit whining please 2011/06/14 19:48:19

Yes, it was a good move

I haven't read the book , but, the show has had me hooked, something I haven't experienced in a long time as I am not much of a TV watcher.

I thought Sunday's episode was bold and makes me want to continue watching even more...

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Dagon 2011/06/14 19:20:35
story101 2011/06/14 18:45:49

Yes, it was a good move

You could see it coming but a bit of a surprise they actually followed through on it. He deserved it for thinking a bit of paper signed by a dead king was going to trump the she witch's maneuvering.

It is an interesting world where the men are constantly impaling something.

I'm hooked and realizing they can not make enough headway in one more episode. ;-(

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Frank 2011/06/14 18:36:22
Max Nastic 2011/06/14 18:21:36

Yes, it was a good move

+1
Great series. They do a good job of keeping it moving and interesting. I liked the ending and thought is was obvious. My wife was shocked by it, but I saw it coming several scenes early

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munda 2011/06/14 17:44:52

Yes, it was a good move

It wouldn't really be called 'Game of Thrones' if they didn't stay true tot the book. It would jst be a spin off then.

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ally 2011/06/14 17:12:25

Yes, it was a good move

+1
I'm heartbroken, but I want to see Jaime's head on a spear, along with his mistress/sister/baby mamma's and their son Geoffrey's head, too.

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I Wish I Were A Skywalker..... 2011/06/14 17:01:55

Yes, it was a good move

It is my absolute favorite show, but I read the books beforehand, and I really enjoyed the fact that the show is so close to the book! It's fantastic, and at long as they keep Tyrion Lannister, I'm totally aaaaiiiigggggghhhhhtttt :)))))

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jgh57 2011/06/14 16:04:54

Yes, it was a good move

It was a shocker but I'll keep watching. I'm hooked.

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fer_reals 2011/06/14 14:38:36

Yes, it was a good move

When the SyFy network took Harry Dresden of the Dresden Files and reworked it they lasted 12 episodes.

Jim Butcher, author of the series knows what fans want, there are 14 books.

If they had strayed from the book it would be akin to rewriting Harry Potter, cause the execs KNOW better.

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bob 2011/06/14 12:02:41

Yes, it was a good move

+1
Stay with the book, I'll have to watch it

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B l a c k R o s e <3 2011/06/14 11:11:25

Yes, it was a good move

I've only said good move because there was no other option....
What happened?! I missed it =o

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I Wish ... to B l a c... 2011/06/14 17:03:14

He was executed by Joffrey for treason. I cried the whole time :(

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B l a c... to I Wish ... 2011/06/14 19:41:23

Oh my god!!! I need to watch it! Ahhhhh! =]

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