Game of Thrones is a fantasy drama television series created by HBO based off the books by George R. R. Martin. It premiered in 2011 and ran for eight seasons. The series is set in the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos and the various families that are all fighting for the Iron Throne to rule over the seven kingdoms. The series follows many story arcs including the Night’s Watch and how the last descendant who has been exiled, plots to take over the throne.