Winterfell (Game of Thrones episode)
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"Winterfell" is the first episode of the eighth season of HBO's medieval fantasy television series Game of Thrones. The 68th episode of the series overall, it was written by Dave Hill and directed by David Nutter.[1] It first aired on HBO on April 14, 2019.
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Episode no. | Season 8 Episode 1 | ||
Directed by | David Nutter | ||
Written by | Dave Hill | ||
Featured music | Ramin Djawadi | ||
Original air date | April 14, 2019 (2019-04-14) | ||
Running time | 53 minutes[1] | ||
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In the episode, Daenerys Targaryen and Jon Snow arrive in Winterfell with Unsullied and Dothraki forces, after Jon Snow has pledged his allegiance to her. At Winterfell, Jon reunites with his Stark siblings Bran and Arya. In the Narrow Sea, Theon Greyjoy attempts to rescue his sister Yara, who is held captive by his uncle Euron. In King's Landing, Qyburn hires Bronn to assassinate Jaime and Tyrion Lannister should either survive the war.[1] The title of the episode refers to the castle Winterfell, where much of the episode takes place. "Winterfell" received positive reception from critics and audiences.
At the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards, the episode was nominated for Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing for a Drama Series, and was Sophie Turner's pick to support her nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series.[2]