Overview
- HBO says the U.S. three‑day audience for the finale reached 9.5 million, marking the series’ biggest episode to date.
- Season 1 is averaging about 14 million viewers in the U.S. and 26 million worldwide, ranking among Max’s strongest debut seasons.
- The show was renewed ahead of its premiere, and filming on Season 2 is underway with the six‑episode structure set to continue.
- George R.R. Martin remains involved as the production advances toward an expected 2027 return.
- Actor Sam Spruell confirms he will not appear in Season 2, and reporting suggests the next chapter will likely draw from The Sworn Sword and move the setting toward Dorne.