

Inherent in the task of adapting a popular series is the difficulty of navigating expectations and fan theories while creating something new. More than that, though, Game of Throneswas an adaptation of much-loved source material with very dedicated fans. It became essential viewing for anyone wanting to keep up with pop culture or water cooler talk at the office.

It may be easy to forget now, but in its heyday the Game of Thrones television series was one of the biggest successes of the century.
