The highly anticipated Emmy and Golden Globe winning Game of Thrones returns to the Philippines same time as the US for its new ten-episode fifth season this Monday, April 13 at 9am on HBO, with a same day encore at 9pm. New episodes debut weekly at the same time. The series will also be available on HBO GO on the same day.
As a build-up to GAME OF THRONES April 13 world premiere, HBO Asia brings to Manila a life-sized replica of the Iron Throne, as seen in the series. From April 8 to 10 at Fully Booked, Bonifacio Global High Street, the GAME OF THRONES Iron Throne will be on display for fans to experience and photograph. Fans are encouraged to post pictures of themselves on the Iron Throne on Facebook and tag HBO Asia with the hashtag #HBOAsiaGOTS5 #IronThronePh.
“GAME OF THRONES is the first of our many HBO Original series to premiere in Asia the same time as the U.S., and the first television series to debut worldwide in over 170 countries simultaneously,” said Angela Poh, HBO Asia’s Manager of Communications. “We’re so pleased to bring this opportunity to our fans in the Philippines to experience the Iron Throne live. The series is such a huge global phenomenon and we know what a huge hit it is in the Philippines.”
Last night April 8, selected members of the media along with fans of the series, were invited to HBO Asia’s exclusive advanced screening of the series. This group in the Philippines was the first in Asia to watch the episode of GAME OF THRONES days ahead of its worldwide broadcast.
Based on the bestselling fantasy book series by George R.R. Martin, GAME OF THRONES tells an epic story of treachery and nobility set on the continent of Westeros, where summers and winters can last years, and only the lust for power is eternal.
Jessica Henwick, the first Asian actress cast in the series, features in this new season of GAME OF THRONES. Henwick plays Nymeria Sand, one of the Sand Snakes – the daughter of Oberyn Martell, the Red Viper, a fan favorite of the last season.
This season, Jon Snow is struggling to balance the demands of the Night’s Watch with those of the newly arrived Stannis Baratheon, who styles himself the rightful King of Westeros. Meanwhile, Cersei scrambles to hold on to power in King’s Landing amidst the Tyrells and the rise of a religious group led by the enigmatic High Sparrow, while Jaime embarks on a secret mission. Across the Narrow Sea, Arya seeks an old friend and a fugitive Tyrion finds a new cause. And as danger mounts in Meereen, Daenerys finds that her tenuous hold on the city requires hard sacrifices.
Returning series regulars on GAME OF THRONES this season include: Emmy and Golden Globe winner Peter Dinklage (Tyrion Lannister), Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Jaime Lannister), Lena Headey (Cersei Lannister), Emilia Clarke (Daenerys Targaryen), Aidan Gillen (Petyr “Littlefinger” Baelish), Kit Harrington (Jon Snow), Diana Rigg (Lady Olenna Tyrell), Natalia Dormer (Margaery Tyrell), Maisie Williams (Arya Stark) and Sophie Turner (Sansa Stark).
Additional returning series regulars this season include: Alfie Allen (Theon Greyjoy), John Bradley (Samwell Tarly), Dean-Charles Chapman (Tommen), Gwendoline Christie (Brienne of Tarth), Liam Cunningham (Bronn), Iain Glen (Jorah Mormont), Conleth Hill (Varys), Kristofer Hivju (Tormund Giantsbane), Michiel Huisman (Daario Naharis), Michael McElhatton (Roose Bolton), Iwan Rheon (Ramsay Snow), Carice van Houten (Melisandre) and Indira Varma (Ellaria Sand).
New cast members for the fifth season include: Jonathan Pryce (the High Sparrow), Alexander Siddig (Doran Martell), DeObia Oparei (Area Hotah), Keisha Castle-Hughes (Obra Sand), Rosabell Laurenti Sellers (Tyene Sand), Jessica Henwick (Nym Sand), Nell Tiger Free (Myrcella Baratheon) and Toby Sebastian (Trystane Martell).
Episode S501: The Wars to Come
Premieres same time as teh U.S.: Monday, April 13, 9am on HBO
Primetime encores on HBO: April 13 (9pm) and April 15 (10:50pm).
Cersei (Lena Headey) and Jaime (Nikolai Coster-Waldau) adjust to a world without Tywin. Varys (Conieth Hill) reveals a conspiracy to Tyron (Peter Dinklage). Daenerys (Emilia Clarke) faces a new threat to her rule. Jon (Kit Harrington) is caught between two kings.
Written byL David Benioff & D.B. Weiss; directed by Michael Slovis.
Episode S502: The House of Black and White
Premieres same time as the U.S.: Monday, April 20, 9am on HBO
Primetime encores on HBO: April 20 (9pm) and April 22 (10:55pm).
Arya (Maisie Williams) arrives in Braavos. Pod (Daniel Portman) and Brienne (Gwendoline Christie) run into trouble on the road. Cersei fears for her daughter’s safety in Dorne as Ellaria Sand (Indira Varma) seeks revenge for Oberyn’s death. Stannis (Stephen Dilliane) tempts Jon. An advisor tempts Daenerys.
Written by: David Benioff & D.B. Weiss; directed by Michael Slovis.
Episode S503: High Sparrow
Premieres same time as the U.S.: Monday, April 27, 9am on HBO.
Primetime encores on HBO: April 27 (9pm) and April 29 (10:50pm)
In King’s Landing, Queen Margaery (Natalie Dormer) enjoys her new husband. Tyrion and Varys walk the Long Bridge of Volantis.
Written by: David Benioff & D.B. Weiss; directed by Mark Mylod.
Among the critical praise for the fourth season, the Los Angeles Times called GAME OF THRONES “the Best Television Show Ever,” adding that “no other series comes close,” and “television just doesn’t get any better than this,” while Newsday hailed the series as “still TV’s Best,” awarding the show an A+. The Hollywood Reported observed, “The consistency of excellence in GAME OF THRONES is truly something to behold,” and the San Francisco Chronicle described it as “great and addictive.”
In August 2014, GAME OF THRONES received four Emmys, for Outstanding Art Direction for a Contemporary or Fantasy Series (Single-Camera); Outstanding Costumes for a Series; Outstanding Prosthetic Makeup for a Series, Miniseries, Movie or a Special; and Outstanding Special and Visual Effects.
In September 2013, the show received two Emmys, including Outstanding Makeup for a Single-Camera Series (non-prosthetic), and Outstanding Special Visual Effects.
In September 2012, the show received six Emmys, tied for the most of any program, including Outstanding Art Direction for a Single-Camera Series, Outstanding Costumes for a Series, Outstanding Makeup for a Single-Camera Series (non-prosthetic), Outstanding Sound Editing for a Series, Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Comedy or Drama Series (one hour) and Outstanding Special Visual Effects.
In September 2011, the show received two Emmys, for Outstanding Main Title Design and Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for Peter Dinklage, who also received a Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture made for Television.
The executive producers of GAME OF THRONES are David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, Carolyn Strauss, Frank Doelger and Bernadette Caufield; co-executive producers, Gymon Casady, Vince Gerardis and George R.R. Martin; producers, Chris Newman, Greg Spence, Lisa McAtackney and Bryan Cogman.
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