Game of Thrones is still one of the most successful series of all time. But what does the creator of this universe watch himself? Of 6 series, George R. R. Martin is so enthusiastic that he shares them with us.
Which series are we talking about? On his blog “Not a blog“, George R. R. Martin writes about everything that occupies him. In particular, it is of course about movies, series, and books. In a post, he shares his enthusiasm for some series with “perfect episodes”.
The occasion was a list from Vanity Fair that named “25 perfect episodes of the last 25 years.” Game of Thrones was also included with the episode “Blackwater” from Season 2. Coincidentally, this also happens to be one of the four episodes written personally by George R. R. Martin. So it’s no wonder that Martin was particularly pleased with this entry.
Moreover, he also shares his enthusiasm for some other series on the list. Although he hasn’t watched every mentioned episode, the ones he has seen are simply “extraordinary”.
Note: We have tried to make the list as spoiler-free as possible.
6. Mad Men
Release year: 2007 | Genre: Drama | Seasons: 7
Mad Men is set in New York in the early 60s. The main character is Don Draper, outwardly the rising star in an advertising agency. But internally, he is torn. Although he apparently has the perfect life, he repeatedly gets involved in affairs and risks being overtaken by his dark side.
At its core, it is about identity, inner emptiness, loneliness, but also social change. While the series is not action-packed, it offers strong dialogues, interesting characters, and a complex story.
Which episode are we talking about? The perfect episode is “The Suitcase” (Season 4, Episode 7). Just in time for the halfway point of the series, it represents a true highlight. It deepens the interpersonal relationship between the characters Don and Peggy and manages to give even the more mysterious characters new depth. The series is subtle, yet incredibly profound.
