Mockingbird
Summary Tyrion enlists an unlikely ally. Daario entreats Dany to allow him to do what he does best. Jon’s warnings about the Wall’s vulnerability fall on deaf ears. Brienne follows a new lead on the road with Pod. Our Take…
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The Laws of Gods and Men
Summary Stannis and Davos set sail with a new strategy. Dany meets with supplicants. Tyrion faces down his father in the throne room. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why Game of…
First of His Name
Summary Cersei and Tywin plot the Crown’s next move. Dany discusses future plans. Jon embarks on a new mission. Our Take A sturdy episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.
Oathkeeper
Summary Dany balances justice and mercy. Jaime tasks Brienne with his honor. Jon secures volunteers while Bran, Jojen, Meera and Hodor stumble on shelter. Our Take A busy hour that shuffles pieces around the board, with Jaime sending Brienne off…
Breaker of Chains
Summary Tyrion ponders his options. Tywin extends an olive branch. Sam realizes Castle Black isn’t safe, and Jon proposes a bold plan. The Hound teaches Arya the way things are. Dany chooses her Champion. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The…
The Lion and the Rose
Summary Tyrion lends Jaime a hand. Joffrey and Margaery host a breakfast. At Dragonstone, Stannis loses patience with Davos. Ramsay finds a purpose for his pet. North of the Wall, Bran sees where they must go. Our Take A legendary…
Two Swords
Summary Tyrion welcomes a guest to King’s Landing. At Castle Black, Jon Snow finds himself unwelcome. Dany is pointed to Meereen, the mother of all slave cities. Arya runs into an old friend. Our Take A confident season opener that…
Mhysa
Summary Joffrey challenges Tywin. Bran tells a ghost story. In Dragonstone, mercy comes from strange quarters. Daenerys waits to see if she is a conqueror or a liberator. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that…
The Rains of Castamere
Summary Robb presents himself to Walder Frey, and Edmure meets his bride. Jon faces his harshest test yet. Bran discovers a new gift. Daario and Jorah debate how to take Yunkai. House Frey joins with House Tully. Our Take A…
Second Sons
Summary King’s Landing hosts a wedding, and Tyrion and Sansa spend the night together. Daenerys meets the Titan’s Bastard. Davos demands proof from Melisandre. Sam and Gilly meet an older Gentleman. Our Take A top shelf classic. If you sample…