Cast and crew
Cast and crew
Here is the confirmed cast and crew for the Game of Thrones pilot (as of 11/4/09):
Cast
Peter Dinklage as Tyrion LannisterIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Best little person actor around. Brings charisma and humor to the role.
What do the fans think: Thrilled. Everyones top choice from day one.
What do the producers think: "Peter was our dream Tyrion. Sometimes, when you wish upon a red comet, dreams really do come true." - D&D
Sean Bean as Eddard StarkIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Superb actor. Carries a lot of "geek cred" and has a significant fanbase.
What do the fans think: Excited to have a big name (and talented) actor. A few think he is too old or isnt quite what they had in mind, looks-wise.
What do the producers think: "He was Boromir and he was Sharpe, he was terrific in both roles, and in a hundred other parts besides. I cant imagine a better Ned." -GRRM
Mark Addy as Robert BaratheonIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Interesting choice. Seems to lean towards comedic roles, remains to be seen whether he can pull off a more dramatic role.
What do the fans think: Surprised, but feelings are positive and hopeful. Looks-wise, all but a few think he is near perfect.
What do the producers think: "I can tell you we have seen Addys audition tape (Robert and Ned at Winterfell), and he was excellent." -Parris & GRRM
Harry Lloyd as Viserys TargaryenIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Not familiar with his work, but I like his crazy look.
What do the fans think: Excited. Among those that have seen him act, they agree he has talent and does "crazy" very well.
What do the producers think: "Ive seen readings by both Gleeson and Lloyd, and both should be terrific." - GRRM
Kit Harington as Jon SnowIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Love it. Casting a total unknown with a stage background is pure HBO. Looks the part and supposedly has the talent to match.
What do the fans think: Mostly positive. Obviously not many have seen his work, but the few that have say he is a great choice.
What do the producers think: "You probably havent heard of him yet... but you will, were confident. David and Dan cant say enough about his talent and intensity." - GRRM
Jack Gleeson as Joffrey BaratheonIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: From the little info and photos Ive been able to gather on him, seems like a solid choice.
What do the fans think: Most fans are waiting to see what he looks like before making a decision. Some are saying he might be too old for the part.
What do the producers think: "Ive seen readings by both Gleeson and Lloyd, and both should be terrific." - GRRM
Jennifer Ehle as Catelyn StarkIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Excellent choice. She looks the part, a good cross between beautiful and motherly. And she obviously has the acting chops.
What do the fans think: Some contention on this one. Some see her as a good choice, others say she isnt "pretty enough" or isnt Gillian Anderson.
What do the producers think: "Shes won a BAFTA Award and two Tonys, and she will be a wonderful Catelyn." - GRRM
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as Jaime LannisterIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: A solid choice. A little more ruggedly handsome than I imagined Jaime to be, but I think he fits.
What do the fans think: Initially some were down on the choice, imaging Jaime more a pretty boy, but most seem to be happy with it now.
What do the producers think: "Hell make a terrific Jaime." - GRRM
Tamzin Merchant as Daenarys TargaryenIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Skeptical about this choice. Not as pretty as the Dany in my head and am unsure about her acting ability.
What do the fans think: Very divided. Some say she is ugly, some say just too plain, some think she is beautiful and perfect for the role.
What do the producers think: "In her readings, she showed Danys other side as well, commanding and charismatic. I think shell be marvelous." - GRRM
Alfie Owen-Allen as Theon GreyjoyIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Not at all what I imagined Theon to look like. But I think hes got the smug look down and seems to have talent. So Im on board.
What do the fans think: Some have expressed disappointment since they think Theon should be darker and more handsome. Most are okay with it.
What do the producers think: "He had done some kickass readings for us. His audition for Theon was particularly strong" - GRRM
Richard Madden as Robb StarkIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Great choice. An actor on the rise. Looks the part. Supposedly is very talented.
What do the fans think: Excited about this selection. The one issue raised is that he does look a bit old for 17, but this is Hollywood.
What do the producers think: "Madden did some great readings as well, blowing the competition (some very good competition) out of the water." -GRRM
Iain Glen as Jorah MormontIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: I like this choice. This role is perfect for a great character actor like Glen.
What do the fans think: Feel it is a solid choice. A bit different from how he is described in the book, but nothing wrong with that.
What do the producers think: "Like many of the best British actors, Iain Glen is a chameleon who often disappears into his roles. He wont just play Ser Jorah, hell BECOME him." - GRRM
Maisie Williams as Arya StarkIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: No idea. She is a complete unknown. Will have to have faith in the casting director and producers on this one.
What do the fans think: Same as above.
What do the producers think: "Maisie brought Arya alive in a way that none of the other kids could match, right from the first." - GRRM
Sophie Turner as Sansa StarkIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: No idea. She is a complete unknown. Will have to have faith in the casting director and producers on this one.
What do the fans think: Same as above.
What do the producers think: "Sophie read two scenes.... She knocked em both out of the park." - GRRM
Lena Headey as Cersei LannisterIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Great piece of casting. Not only is she beautiful and a talented actress, but she brings a decent sized fan base and tons of "geek cred" with her.
What do the fans think: Overall positive feelings. Many had actually wanted her for Catelyn, but are happy that she is in the project at all.
What do the producers think: "Lena should be amazing as the queen you love to hate. Im thrilled to have her aboard." - GRRM
Rory McCann as Sandor CleganeIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Good choice. Right look, right size, right price. Hopefully he has the acting talent.
What do the fans think: Pretty happy about the choice. Once they came to the realization that Ray Stevenson was a pipe dream.
What do the producers think: "...it was his readings. We had other good ones, yes, but none to touch his." - GRRM
Isaac Hempstead-Wright as Bran StarkIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: No idea. He is a complete unknown. Will have to have faith in the casting director and producers on this one.
What do the fans think: Same as above.
What do the producers think: "Isaac is a bright young talent and he gave a great reading ... Im looking forward to seeing him bring Bran to life." - GRRM
Jason Momoa as Khal DrogoIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Perfect choice. The right age, the right look, and will bring another fan base into the show.
What do the fans think: Some said he is better looking than they imagined Drogo to be, but most find the choice to be spot on.
What do the producers think: "Jasons auditions were terrific, displaying all the fierceness that our khal requires, but showing warmth and tenderness in the softer scenes as well." - GRRM
Minor Roles
Donald Sumpter as Maester LuwinIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Seems like a solid choice. A respected and expereinced film and television actor.
What do the fans think: Not a lot of reaction for this relatively low key role, but what is there is all positive.
What do the producers think: "Another fine British character actor." - GRRM
Ian McNeice as Illyrio MopatisIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Perfect choice. Exactly how I pictured Illyrio.
What do the fans think: Excited. Like Dinklage, he has been the fan favorite since before the series was announced.
What do the producers think: No comment from them yet.
Joseph Mawle as Benjen StarkIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: I like this choice. Even for a very small role like Benjen they get a talented actor. Plus he resembles Sean Bean.
What do the fans think: Excited to have an actor with his talent for Benjen. And curious about what that may mean for the future of the character.
What do the producers think: No comment from them yet.
Ron Donachie as Rodrik CasselIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Solid choice. The right look and an experienced actor.
What do the fans think: Happy with the choice.
What do the producers think: No comment from them yet.
Jamie Campbell Bower as Waymar RoyceIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Absolutely perfect. Fits the young and arrogant look to a tee.
What do the fans think: Everyone agrees that this is perfect casting. A young up-and-coming actor was what people were hoping for the role.
What do the producers think: No comment from them yet.
Richard Ridings as GaredIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Not really how I pictured Gared in my head, nor how the book describes him. But looks not a big deal for this role and still a decent choice.
What do the fans think: Not what they expected looks-wise, but happy with the choice nonetheless.
What do the producers think: No comment from them yet.
Bronson Webb as WillIMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Never really gave this role too much thought, so was surprised to find that this casting solidified Wills look in my head.
What do the fans think: He fits the role almost perfectly.
What do the producers think: No comment from them yet.
Esme Bianco as Ros (aka Red Headed Whore)IMDb | Wikipedia | Photos
What does WiC think: Obviously as a character that doesnt appear in the books they could have gone in any direction. I like the one they chose though.
What do the fans think: Like her. It helps that she seems to be embracing her time in the spotlight.
What do the producers think: "Tyrion will be very pleased to make her acquaintance." - GRRM
Crew
David Benioff - writer/executive producer
D.B. Weiss - writer/executive producer
George R.R. Martin - writer/executive producer
Guymon Casady - executive producer
Carolyn Strauss - executive producer
Ralph Vicinanza - executive producer
Vincent Gerardis - executive producer
Frank Doelger - producer
Mark Huffam - producer
Jo Burn - producer
Thomas McCarthy - director (pilot)
Sean Bobbitt - director of photography
Tatiana S. Riegel - editor
Sean Guest - 1st assistant director
Robert Stromberg - visual effects supervisor
Julia Frey - visual effects producer
Gemma Jackson - production designer
Nina Gold - London casting director
Amy Berman & Carrie Frazier - Los Angeles casting directors
Michelle Taylor Spellman - Los Angeles casting associate
Kerry Barden & Paul Schnee - New York casting directors
Allison Estrin - New York casting associate
Michele Clapton - costume designer
Carla Self - assistant accountant
