‘Game of Thrones: The Mad King’ Prequel Play Coming to the Stage This Summer

Duncan Macmillan wrote Game of Thrones: The Mad King, and Dominic Cooke is directing it. George R.R. Martin, the author of the Song of Ice and Fire novels that inspired Game of Thrones, will be an executive producer on the play. Martin stated he chose the Royal Shakespeare Company because of Shakespeare’s influence on his writing and his skill in staging battles – a challenge they now share. He’s enthusiastic about seeing the story come to life on stage and believes the play will appeal to both existing fans and newcomers to his world. He praised Macmillan’s script for faithfully capturing the spirit of the series.

ARC Raider’s Shrouded Sky is Fast Approaching, Releases On 24th February, 2026

Get ready for some exciting updates! We’re launching a new map condition, a fresh ARC threat, and a new player project to help you start fresh this season. Plus, the map is getting updated, and a new Expedition will be available soon. Don’t forget to check out the new Raider Deck with unique cosmetic rewards. If you plan on shopping, it’s a good idea to gather some Cred before the update arrives!

4 HBO TV Shows That Started Out Great & Then Went Off the Rails

Even successful TV channels like HBO aren’t immune to the challenges of long-running shows. Over time, a show’s original idea can wear thin, especially when its plot becomes overly complicated or the initial creative spark fades due to pressure from the network. When a highly-regarded drama starts to decline, it’s especially disappointing for viewers, as it feels like a letdown after they’ve invested so much time and emotion into it during its best seasons.

“Frustrated” Steven Soderbergh Breaks Silence on Canceled Star Wars Movie & Ben Solo Return

In a recent interview with BKMAG, director Steven Soderbergh talked about his experience working on a potential Star Wars project that ultimately didn’t move forward. He acknowledged Kathleen Kennedy, the former president of Lucasfilm, was understandably frustrated with the situation, as they all were. Soderbergh revealed he and Adam Driver spent two and a half years developing the project – along with Rebecca Blunt – without compensation. When Driver considered publicly discussing the cancellation, Soderbergh advised him to simply state the facts, not speculate about the reasons. The official explanation they received was that the story wouldn’t allow for Ben Solo’s character to still be alive. Soderbergh expressed disappointment, particularly because he had already visualized the entire project and felt bad that no one else would see it. He expected the conversation with Lucasfilm to focus on logistics and budget, but they never even reached that stage, which he found frustrating. Ultimately, he and the team were very disappointed with how things turned out.

7 Anime That Have Never Gone Live-Action (And Probably Never Will)

Even though Berserk has been popular for decades through its manga and anime, no one has ever tried to make a live-action version. This is surprising, especially since its story shares similarities with Game of Thrones, HBO’s hugely successful series. The series is known for its intense violence and demonic creatures, which would be very challenging and expensive to bring to life on screen. Currently, there’s no news about a new Berserk anime either, making a live-action adaptation seem unlikely anytime soon.