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how many seasons of game of thrones

There are 8 seasons of Game of Thrones , with a total of 73 episodes aired between 2011 and 2019.

Quick scoop

  • The show ran for eight seasons on HBO before concluding in May 2019.
  • Across those eight seasons, 73 episodes were released, ranging from roughly 50 to 80 minutes each.
  • Fans still debate whether seasons 7 and 8 should “count” because of the controversial finale, but officially they are part of the same series run.

Many forum discussions jokingly say “1–6 are canon, 7–8 are fanfic” , but that is opinion, not the official status of the show.

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