Ned Stark becomes Hand of the King after Jon Arryn's death. Robert Baratheon becomes King after leading rebellion against Targaryens. Jaime Lannister is Cersei's twin brother and father of all three children. Cersei Lannister seeks power and becomes queen after Jaime's death. Daenerys Targaryen seeks Iron Throne after marrying Khal Drogo
Season aired April 12-June 14, 2015 on HBO with 10 50-60 minute episodes. Filmed primarily in Ireland, Northern Ireland, Croatia and Spain. New cast members include Alexander Siddig as Doran Martell and Jonathan Pryce as High Sparrow
White Walkers were ancient ice creatures from far north of Westeros. Created by Greenseers to protect Children of the Forest from First Men. Defeated in Battle for the Dawn, leading to creation of Wall and Night's Watch. Returned during Long Night, killing all and reanimating dead as wights
Born in London in 1986 to theatre engineer father and businesswoman mother. Grew up in Oxfordshire, part Indian heritage. Started acting at age three after seeing Show Boat. Graduated from Drama Centre London in 2009
Final season premiered April 14, 2019, consisting of 6 episodes. Filming took place October 2017 to July 2018. Season received 32 Emmy nominations, most for any TV show
HBO fantasy drama based on George R.R. Martin's novels. Created by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss. Premiered April 17, 2011, ending May 19, 2019. Contains 73 episodes across eight seasons