Game of Thrones spin-off plans get update from HBO boss as he notes “script by script” approach

Casey Bloys, head of HBO, recently shared news about the future of Game of Thrones, emphasizing that the network is prioritizing quality over quantity when considering any new spin-off series. They’re being careful and want to ensure any new shows meet a high standard.

According to HBO and Max Content’s head, Casey Bloys, the network isn’t planning a specific number of new series. They’re carefully considering each project individually to decide if it’s a good fit.

We really focus on each project individually,” he explained to TopMob. “I prefer not to pre-determine things like how many spin-offs we need, because I think that can lead to making compromises you wouldn’t otherwise make.

He continued: “So I like to do it on a script-by-script basis.”

These remarks reflect continued strong interest in the Game of Thrones universe, boosted by the popularity of House of the Dragon and the upcoming second season of its other spin-off, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.

Bloys made it clear that many projects don’t end up being produced, even though fans often speculate about what’s coming next.

He explained that with a hugely popular show like Game of Thrones, any new ideas or projects immediately attract attention and rumors, leading people to assume they’re already in production.

We all try new things, and sometimes they work out great, just as we hoped. Other times, they don’t go as planned.

You need to be able to experiment with many ideas without immediately deciding on a final product. That’s how we successfully develop things.

These remarks from Bloys come after news surfaced about possible spin-off series centered around the characters of Jon Snow, played by Kit Harington, and Arya Stark, played by Maisie Williams.

Fans have more Game of Thrones stories coming soon with the second season of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms and the third season of House of the Dragon. HBO is also working on other potential spin-offs.

HBO Max launches in the UK and Ireland on 26 March. Visit hbomax.com for more information.

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Morgan JefferyDigital Editor

As a long-time viewer and reviewer, I’ve been following Morgan Jeffery’s work for years. Currently, he’s the Digital Editor at TopMob, meaning he’s the one calling the shots on all their online content. Before that, he was the TV Editor at Digital Spy – a role that really honed his eye for quality television. You might even recognize him as a TV expert; he’s appeared on shows like BBC Breakfast, BBC Radio 5 Live, and Sky Atlantic, sharing his insights with a wider audience. He really knows his stuff!

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2026-03-27 11:34