A fantasy drama television series created by David Benioff and D. B. Weiss. It is an adaptation of A Song of Ice and Fire, a series of fantasy novels by George R. R. Martin
Game of Thrones attracted a record viewership and has a broad, active, and international fan base
Critics have praised the series for its acting, complex characters, story, scope, and production values
The series received 59 Primetime Emmy Awards, the most by a drama series, including Outstanding Drama Series in 2015, 2016, 2018, and 2019
Its other awards and nominations include three Hugo Awards for Best Dramatic Presentation, a Peabody Award, and five nominations for the Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series – Drama
Many critics and publications have named the show as one of the best television series of all time