HBO's lavish adaptation of George R.R. Martin's series of fantasy novels features a stellar cast, including Aidan Gillen, Peter Dinklage and Leba Headey, and chronicles the violent struggles between the kingdom's noble families as they attempt to control the Iron Throne. Hailed by critiME and dubbed Sopranos meets The Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones has cast its spell over audiences thanks to its memorable characters, surprise deaths and violent action - and this exhaustive guide will document the background dramas that have helped make Game of Thrones such as hugh success. You'll also find biographies of the main actors, episode guides, an overview of how it has already become part of pop culture and an in-depth look into the compelling world that George R.R. Martin created, and much, much, more.