"Game of Thrones" has huge followers all over the world that the news that Season 8 set for release in 2018 is the final installment of the HBO series saddened many. Yet fans can't seem to get enough of the fantasy series as the clamor for a spinoff series or a movie version continue. Recent news seems to suggest that a prequel for the "Game of Thrones" is likely to turn into a reality and the plot will delve into the golden age of dragons.
Entertainment Weekly reported that the Casey Bloys of HBO confirmed that the network is still discussing the possibility of a "Game of Thrones" prequel to the author of the novel which the show was based upon, George R.R. Martin. If ever it will happen "Game of Thrones" will be the first ever show to have a spinoff in the history of HBO series. This can be credited to the fact that the fantasy drama received various recognition and can boast of about 20 million loyal viewers.
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An article from Toronto Sun notes that the complex narrative and interesting characters of "Game of Thrones" provide a rich source of material to be used in a prequel. The post wonders if the plot may look into the childhood years of Jamie and Cersei Lannister. Another option is to feature a much younger Ned Stark.
Moreover, the hit series that premiered in 2011 can also go back to the golden age of dragons. If a prequel for "Game of Thrones" is really in the works, how would you like the storyline to be? Your speculations and suggestions about a GOT prequel plot are welcome in the comments section below.
Meanwhile, the "Game of Thrones" Season 7 is set to premiere in 2017.
