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Battle of the Bastards

  • Episode aired Jun 19, 2016
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  • 1h
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Kit Harington in Game of Thrones (2011)
Game of Thrones: Battle of the Bastards
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Jon and Sansa face Ramsay Bolton on the fields of Winterfell. Daenerys strikes back at her enemies. Theon and Yara arrive in Meereen.Jon and Sansa face Ramsay Bolton on the fields of Winterfell. Daenerys strikes back at her enemies. Theon and Yara arrive in Meereen.Jon and Sansa face Ramsay Bolton on the fields of Winterfell. Daenerys strikes back at her enemies. Theon and Yara arrive in Meereen.

  • Director
    • Miguel Sapochnik
  • Writers
    • George R.R. Martin
    • David Benioff
    • D.B. Weiss
  • Stars
    • Peter Dinklage
    • Kit Harington
    • Emilia Clarke
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  • IMDb RATING
    9.9/10
    239K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Miguel Sapochnik
    • Writers
      • George R.R. Martin
      • David Benioff
      • D.B. Weiss
    • Stars
      • Peter Dinklage
      • Kit Harington
      • Emilia Clarke
    • 352User reviews
    • 50Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Peter Dinklage
    Peter Dinklage
    • Tyrion Lannister
    Kit Harington
    Kit Harington
    • Jon Snow
    Emilia Clarke
    Emilia Clarke
    • Daenerys Targaryen
    Liam Cunningham
    Liam Cunningham
    • Davos Seaworth
    Sophie Turner
    Sophie Turner
    • Sansa Stark
    Aidan Gillen
    Aidan Gillen
    • Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish
    Carice van Houten
    Carice van Houten
    • Melisandre
    • (as Carice Van Houten)
    Nathalie Emmanuel
    Nathalie Emmanuel
    • Missandei
    Kristofer Hivju
    Kristofer Hivju
    • Tormund Giantsbane
    Iwan Rheon
    Iwan Rheon
    • Ramsay Bolton
    Alfie Allen
    Alfie Allen
    • Theon Greyjoy
    Michiel Huisman
    Michiel Huisman
    • Daario Naharis
    Jacob Anderson
    Jacob Anderson
    • Grey Worm
    Gemma Whelan
    Gemma Whelan
    • Yara Greyjoy
    Ian Whyte
    Ian Whyte
    • Wun Wun
    Enzo Cilenti
    Enzo Cilenti
    • Yezzan zo Qaggaz
    Paul Rattray
    Paul Rattray
    • Harald Karstark
    Dean Jagger
    Dean Jagger
    • Smalljon Umber
    • Director
      • Miguel Sapochnik
    • Writers
      • George R.R. Martin
      • David Benioff
      • D.B. Weiss
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    10Keith_T722

    Far and away, one of the greatest episodes of TV

    I just can't describe this. It was hyped up. The fight was coming. The fight that I just witnessed was the single most intense hour of television I have ever seen. I normally don't write reviews but this one needed it. I was wondering how it would play out, but this...I can't describe it. There were moments throughout the season, the subtle build-ups, the exposition, the intensity, that led me to believe this season would not disappoint. I did not expect it to culminate the way it did. I did not expect the production, the battle itself, everything came together as perfect as anything I've ever seen. I'm not one to get easily influenced physically by movies or TV, but my adrenaline was rushing through the entire episode. Game of Thrones topped everything they have ever done and I can't wait to see the consequences and results of the events in this episode.
    10ruhsa

    Battle of The Bastards !! Legendary episode

    Legendary episode is what comes to my mind after watching the episode. Makers, you gave us lot more than what was expected from this episode.Wow.. just wow.. This is with out a doubt the greatest episode in the history of television. What can I even say! Every part of the episode was great, every emotion was conveyed perfectly, I was crying and cheering nearly the whole way through. I'm sitting here after watching this episode and I just wonder how can an episode of a TV-Show make you feel so many intense feelings in just an hour...? I felt fear, I felt hate, I felt joy, i felt helpless, I felt like all my feelings were mixing together, and boy, it felt amazing! Overall I'd say that this was a brilliant episode that delivered everything expected and more.
    10tmate0421

    One of the most thrilling battle scenes of the show

    Without giving much away, I can say with absolute certainty that the battle scene of this episode is by far the most cinematographically breathtaking visual representation of a battle. All the shots are great, it becomes evident to everyone how much time and energy was invested in the making of this episode. Apart from this, there are other things happening in this one-hour long episode, which are also terribly needed for future development of the show. What may HBO have for us in the season finale? Guess we'll have to see, but in the meantime we can rest assured that every time Miguel Sapochnik directs an episode we are going to be shocked and amazed at the same time. This guy really knows his stuff!
    10akhil-marsonya27

    Truly Epic

    The Battle of Bastards is the Greatest Battle ever in the History of Television and Game of Thrones. The Episode was very Satisfying in terms of Action, Drama, Thrill, Battle and Kills.

    In Mereen, The Mother of Dragons would be glad to have Tyrion and Drogon on her side from now on. A new bond between to become Queens was also interesting.

    In North, The Battle, Oh My God!! It was something I have never ever witnessed. The Detail, the Armies, the Fight, everything was Incredible. The Game Ramsey played was so Ramsey. And the role Sansa took was so Stark. She really proved she is Ready to be the Lady of Winterfell.
    10kevanvarma

    The most epic battle I've ever seen in tv or movie !

    Oh my god.. !!!! This is the real game of thrones. Bestest, Greatest television episode of all time. Kit (Jon snow) was awesome & magnificent. He was at the highest point of level of his skills & acting. Everything is so much perfect. I could watch it 100 times. It's masterpiece guys. Just go and watch!!!!

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      Over 600 crew members, 500 extras, 80 horses, 65 stuntmen and -women and 4 separate camera crews were involved in the shooting of the Battle of Winterfell. A 26-acre field near Belfast that was set to be ploughed over was used, and a military advisor hired to rehearse the fights with the cast and extras, and drill and motivate them into action. At the time, it was the production's biggest and most ambitious battle ever crafted, and has been regarded as the greatest in the series by fans and critics alike.
    • Goofs
      When the Bolton archers draw and shoot at the Bolton-Stark cavalry battle, the Bolton cavalry can still be seen behind the archers. They are supposed to be on the field fighting.
    • Quotes

      [Ramsay throws Rickon's wolf's head onto the ground]

      Sansa Stark: You're going to die tomorrow, Lord Bolton.

      [Sansa looks at Ramsay disdainfully]

      Sansa Stark: Sleep well.

      [Sansa pulls back on the reins of her horse, turns around, and rides off]

      Ramsay Bolton: [to Jon] She's a fine woman, your sister. I look forward to having her back in my bed.

      Ramsay Bolton: [to everybody] All of you are fine-looking men. My dogs are desperate to meet you.

      Ramsay Bolton: [chuckles] I haven't fed them in seven days. They're ravenous. I wonder which part of you they'll go for first? Your eyes? Your balls?

    • Connections
      Featured in Thronecast: No One (2016)
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      Written and Performed by Ramin Djawadi

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    • Release date
      • June 19, 2016 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Sibenik, Croatia(Bravos, Meereen)
    • Production companies
      • Television 360
      • Startling
      • Bighead Littlehead
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    • Runtime
      1 hour
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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