What is the best Game of Thrones season?

Eight seasons of political intrigue, shocking deaths, and dragon fire — from the immaculate opening run to the controversial finale, every era has its passionate defenders. Which season defined the show for you?

1

Season 6

The explosive 2016 season resurrects Jon Snow, delivers the Battle of the Bastards, and ends with Cersei's wildfire destruction of the Sept of Baelor.

1000pts

2

Season 4

The acclaimed 2014 season includes the Purple Wedding, the trial of Tyrion Lannister, and the Battle of Castle Black — considered by many the show's finest.

888pts

3

Season 5

The 2015 season sees Cersei's walk of shame, the introduction of the High Sparrow, and Jon Snow's death at Castle Black.

888pts

4

Season 2

The 2012 season expands the War of the Five Kings as Robb Stark marches south and Stannis Baratheon assaults King's Landing in the Battle of Blackwater.

666pts

5

Season 1

The 2011 premiere season introduces Westeros and the Stark family as Ned becomes Hand of the King, ending with a shocking execution that set the show apart.

533pts

6

Season 7

The 2017 penultimate season brings Jon and Daenerys together and climaxes with the Night King destroying the Wall with an undead Viserion.

333pts

7

Season 8

The divisive 2019 finale season features the Long Night battle against the White Walkers and a controversial conclusion to the Iron Throne conflict.

333pts

8

Season 3

The 2013 season features the devastating Red Wedding, one of the most shocking moments in television history, and the rise of Daenerys as a liberating queen.

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