Game of Thrones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on HBO
- Thread starter Aragorn
- Start date
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
Looks like ratings are in.
Early Ratings: Game of Thrones Is No Boardwalk Empire
http://nymag.com/daily/entertainment/2011/04/early_ratings_game_of_thrones.html
Looks like ratings are in.
Early Ratings: Game of Thrones Is No Boardwalk Empire
http://nymag.com/daily/entertainment/2011/04/early_ratings_game_of_thrones.html
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
Yeah, Westeros' physical resemblance to Britain really isn't coincidental. A lot of the story that happens in the first three books is also inspired by British history, particularly the Wars of the Roses. The Wall wasn't built to keep the Wildlings out, however, but something far, far worse.
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
HBO has several different ways to catch the show. They aired the premiere three times in a row. Then ya have HBO West, which also aired the premiere three times in a row a few hours later. HBO on Demand has the premiere available now. And ya have other repeats (or "encore presentations") durin' the week 'til the next new episode.
Unlike say, a show on FOX, where if ya miss the initial airin', ya ain't goin' to see that episode again 'til the DVD release...
HBO has several different ways to catch the show. They aired the premiere three times in a row. Then ya have HBO West, which also aired the premiere three times in a row a few hours later. HBO on Demand has the premiere available now. And ya have other repeats (or "encore presentations") durin' the week 'til the next new episode.
Unlike say, a show on FOX, where if ya miss the initial airin', ya ain't goin' to see that episode again 'til the DVD release...
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
One positive thing about the series is that it's HBO's bestselling series overseas, surpassing everything they had before. So hopefully it'll be able to compensate for not so stellar ratings in the renewal decision.
Checkmate
Commodore
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
As others have pointed out, HBO doesn't exist on commercial sales, which is the only thing ratings are worth a damn for. They're merely a gauge to help them decide if they want to continue with a show because its drawing in subscribers. Critical acclaim, buzz, and overall popularity is just as important to them if not moreso than ratings are simply because it helps draw in those subscribers. Or in other words, those subscribers don't have to watch that particular show to keep that show on the air.
As others have pointed out, HBO doesn't exist on commercial sales, which is the only thing ratings are worth a damn for. They're merely a gauge to help them decide if they want to continue with a show because its drawing in subscribers. Critical acclaim, buzz, and overall popularity is just as important to them if not moreso than ratings are simply because it helps draw in those subscribers. Or in other words, those subscribers don't have to watch that particular show to keep that show on the air.
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
Watched it again today, this time with my parents, and I enjoyed it a little more this time around. My dad read the first three books about 8 years ago (was before AFFC was out) so he had some familiarity with what was going on. My mom's new to it and not into SF/F at all, was very squeamish during the prologue (she's pathetic around gore
) but seemed to enjoy the rest of it a little bit more and was asking questions about stuff, so that's a good sign. She's generally liked all the other HBO shows we've watched, so here's hoping for another convert! 
Watched it again today, this time with my parents, and I enjoyed it a little more this time around. My dad read the first three books about 8 years ago (was before AFFC was out) so he had some familiarity with what was going on. My mom's new to it and not into SF/F at all, was very squeamish during the prologue (she's pathetic around gore
) but seemed to enjoy the rest of it a little bit more and was asking questions about stuff, so that's a good sign. She's generally liked all the other HBO shows we've watched, so here's hoping for another convert! Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
For a show that was supposedly expensive to make, did it come of as cheap to anyone else? Maybe they're just not spending their money right. Khal Drogo's wedding wasn't by the ocean in the book right? In fact don't the Dothraki mistrust and dislike the ocean anyways?
For a show that was supposedly expensive to make, did it come of as cheap to anyone else? Maybe they're just not spending their money right. Khal Drogo's wedding wasn't by the ocean in the book right? In fact don't the Dothraki mistrust and dislike the ocean anyways?
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
HBO probably expected higher ratings, considering the large fanbase from the books. Did readers of the book just not know that the show was airing? I think ratings do play a part on how long a show lasts. HBO did cancel shows like Deadwood, Carnivale, and ROME.
HBO probably expected higher ratings, considering the large fanbase from the books. Did readers of the book just not know that the show was airing? I think ratings do play a part on how long a show lasts. HBO did cancel shows like Deadwood, Carnivale, and ROME.
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
HBO cancelled shows, but Carnivale and Rome had 2 seasons and Deadwood had 3.
I think every fan of the books who had an internet connection knew about the show. It was very difficult to miss, if you went online and, let's say, went to Wikipedia to find out something about the books.
HBO cancelled shows, but Carnivale and Rome had 2 seasons and Deadwood had 3.
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
We'll see what happens. True Blood initial rating was considered a disappointment but improved as the week went on.
We'll see what happens. True Blood initial rating was considered a disappointment but improved as the week went on.
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
In short, I don't think we have to worry about the second season. We do might worry about the renewal beyond that, if the ratings stay the same and the DVD sales + international rights are lower than expected.
And having just 2 seasons would suck, because the third book has the highest amount of WTF?!? scenes that would look killer on screen.
In short, I don't think we have to worry about the second season. We do might worry about the renewal beyond that, if the ratings stay the same and the DVD sales + international rights are lower than expected.
And having just 2 seasons would suck, because the third book has the highest amount of WTF?!? scenes that would look killer on screen.
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
What the hell?!?
Methinks somebody was expecting wizards with lightning shooting from their staffs, dragons and magic.
Next!
I am actually starting to think we should talk about moving in together!
What the hell?!?
Methinks somebody was expecting wizards with lightning shooting from their staffs, dragons and magic.
Next!
I am actually starting to think we should talk about moving in together!
Last edited by a moderator:
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
Like Wizards and Warriors on CBS?
[yt]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdWDudfObIU[/yt]
What the hell?!?
Methinks somebody was expecting wizards with lightning shooting from their staffs, dragons and magic.
Next!
Like Wizards and Warriors on CBS?
[yt]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdWDudfObIU[/yt]
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
One addition I didn't like was that scene with Cersei and Jaime in King's Landing. I think it was unnecessary and the big mystery of AGOT is going to be incredibly easy for even the most casual of viewers to figure out, now.
One addition I didn't like was that scene with Cersei and Jaime in King's Landing. I think it was unnecessary and the big mystery of AGOT is going to be incredibly easy for even the most casual of viewers to figure out, now.
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
No, no more roommates - I'm done with that
Keep in mind that the vast majority of people don't subscribe to HBO and Nielsen ratings don't matter in any way for HBO. DVD sales are king for HBO shows.
My prediction is that we'll see A Clash of Kings and no further. I'd be happy with just Game of Thrones if that's what it comes to. If nothing else, at least one of the novels got adapted.
No, no more roommates - I'm done with that Keep in mind that the vast majority of people don't subscribe to HBO and Nielsen ratings don't matter in any way for HBO. DVD sales are king for HBO shows.
My prediction is that we'll see A Clash of Kings and no further. I'd be happy with just Game of Thrones if that's what it comes to. If nothing else, at least one of the novels got adapted.
Re: Game of Thones: 1x01 - "Winter is Coming" - Premieres April 17 on
You do understand that this is HBO............right?
You do understand that this is HBO............right?