HBO is developing five Game of Thrones prequels. Here’s the working title of one of them
The eighth and final season of Game of Thrones doesn’t premiere until next year, but already details are starting to trickle out about what HBO …
Andy Meek is a reporter based in Memphis who has covered media, entertainment, and culture for over 20 years. His work has appeared in outlets including The Guardian, Forbes, and The Financial Times, and he’s written for BGR since 2015. Andy's coverage includes technology and entertainment, and he has a particular interest in all things streaming.
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