Game of Thrones (2011)
Game of Thrones is streaming in the UK on HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max.
The verdict
Game of Thrones ranked near the top of that week's English series crop. It's sitting at 8.5/10 on TMDB across 27,764 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. In the UK you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max.
Is it worth starting?
This is 8 seasons deep — English sci-fi & fantasy with drama threaded through, adults only. That score holds across 27,764 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
Don't watch this if…
- you want something that ends tonight — there are 8 seasons of it
- this is the shared-living-room pick — the certificate is 18
- Why
- It rates 8.5/10 across 27,764 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
Seven noble families fight for control of the mythical land of Westeros. Friction between the houses leads to full-scale war. All while a very ancient evil awakens in the farthest north. Amidst the war, a neglected military order of misfits, the Night's Watch, is all that stands between the realms of men and icy horrors beyond.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | 18 · Adults only |
| Genre | Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
David Benioff
Cast
Where to watch in the UK
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-19 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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