Game Of Thrones which first premiered in 2011, took the world by storm and became one of the most watched television series across the world. The massive success of the first season led to multiple installments that drew audiences to the arresting characters created by prolific novelist George R. R. Martin. With every new character and plot twist, viewers became more and more invested in the drama that unfolded.
The 8th and final season of Game Of Thrones which debuted in 2019 did not receive the same positive reception. Apart from the loopholes and inconsistencies in the plotline that were called up by viewers, the conclusion of Emilia Clarke’s character arc faced a lot of backlash. But amid all the furore, one actor who played a despicable character in the show, was unaware of the stir the season was causing.
Jack Gleeson Was Clueless About Game Of Thrones Backlash
While Season 8 of Game Of Thrones went through its fare share of controversy regarding its plotline, narrative, and character arcs, Jack Gleeson who played the role of King Joffrey until season 4, was blissfully unaware of the happenings. Gleeson whose character was considered to be of the most despicable and hated people on the show, admitted this in an interview and said,
“No, there’s too much to catch up on. I’ve not a clue what’s going on. Even when I got the script, I only read my own scenes. I’m just selfish. Maybe I should get into it. I hear it’s good.”
Despite his detached approach to the series and the other characters, the Game Of Thrones alum ensured that his dedication to the role made people from all over the world despise him completely.
Emilia Clarke Reacted To Game Of Thrones Season 8 Criticisms
One of the main reasons that Game Of Thrones became such a massive hit was due to Emilia Clarke’s portrayal of the graceful and vulnerable Daenerys Targaryen. Clarke who has been a mainstay in the show since Season 1, has been an audience favorite right from the beginning. Therefore, when her character met her death in the way she did in Season 8 of Game of Thrones, fans were up in arms to demand justice for her with a better ending. Clarke also agreed with the audience but proved her professionalism and said,
“I get why people were pissed. I totally get it. But, me being the actor, you can’t do justice to the character that you poured your blood, sweat, and tears into for a decade without getting on the same page. So like, I’m not just going to be there being like, ‘Fine, I’ll do the scene, whatever. I’m so p***ed.’ You have to turn up.”
Despite the turmoil centered around Game Of Thrones, the show’s reputation and depth of narrative has still made it one of the most popular television series of all time.
Source: The Little Facts
