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Making a show in Westeros is no joke — there are dragons and battles, princes and princesses, gold coins and iron throne. Therefore, one can only imagine the production budget helmed byGame of Thrones. But what if we say that Taylor Sheridan surprisingly beat the HBO show with his Western spin-off1923?
While David Benioff and D.B Weiss’Game of Thronesoverall performed better than 1923, Taylor Sheridan significantly surpassed the show’s budget with his Western drama. Speaking withDeadline, the showrunner notified fans of the amount he sought for1923, compared to the HBO show’s average budget per episode.
HBO’sGame of Thronesis Deemed as One of the Most Expensive Shows
Adapted from George R.R Martin’sA Song of Ice and Fire, David Benioff andD.B WeisshelmedGame of Thronesis indeed one of the best TV shows of all time since it often prevails on the top of the list of most-watched series of all time. Starring Kit Harington as Jon Snow, Emilia Clarke as Daenerys Targaryen, alongside a grand ensemble cast, the HBO show captivated audiences throughout its 8-season journey.
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BringingGeorge R.R Martin’s vision alive, and creating a world where dragons and white-walkers exist,Game of Thronesbecame an alluring watch for its massive fan base. Although the last season turned controversial because of the choices made by the showrunners, the fantasy series overall witnessed unprecedented popularity and appreciation.
But how much did it actually costDavid Benioffand D.B Weiss to create a grand piece of artwork likeGame of Thrones? Well, considered one of the most expensive shows ever made, the final season of the HBO series cost approximately $15M per episode, as perVarietyreports. Whereas, the initial seasons and episodes cost the network somewhere around $6M.
Therefore, after a cumulative 73 episodes spanning the eight seasons ofGame Of Thrones, the production cost stands somewhere between $57M – $60M, which certainly seems a lot, considering it’s a TV series.
Taylor Sheridan’s1923SurpassedGame of Thrones’Production Budget
For a long time HBO’sGame of Thrones, not only prevailed as one of the best shows ever made but also etched its name as one of the most expensive TV series of all time. But surprisingly, the show set in Westeros began facing dominating competition afterTaylor Sheridanreleased hisYellowstonespin-off1923.
As Yellowstone Drama Rages on, ‘1923’ Star Harrison Ford Said Reaching Out to Kevin Costner Would “Dirty Up the Road”
Starring prestigious ensembles includingHarrison FordandHelen Mirren, the universe based on the Dutton Ranch in1923quickly surpassedGame of Thronesin theaspect of the production budget. Although the HBO series undoubtedly remains one of the best and most-watched series of all time, Taylor Sheridan toldDeadline, how his spin-off beat Benioff and Weiss’ show in the money game.
“I would argue that 1883 was the most expensive first season of a TV show ever made. [1923] was much more expensive. Much more expensive. I don’t know what the Game of Thrones budgets were, but I don’t know how they could have been more than this.”
“[Paramount] will add episodes because I need it to tell the story. You think about when you talk about a show that’s costing $22 million an episode and you just asked for eight more episodes, I didn’t do very good in math in school, but I can multiply eight and three and add a bunch of zeroes and realize I just asked for 150 million dollars.”
Not justGame of Thrones,Taylor Sheridan’s1923apparently cost more than the first three seasons of the Kevin Costner-led productionYellowstone.
1923is available on Paramount+.
Game of Thronesis available on Max.
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Krittika Mukherjee is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on films, TV shows, and celebrity news with over 3,000 articles published. With an educational background in Journalism, and a keen interest in filmmaking, Krittika blends factual precision with creative flair, when crafting her editorials, or dissecting fan theories.Her coverage often includes news and analyses of critically acclaimed films, celebrity news, and franchises like the Wizarding World, LOTR, DC, and MCU—particularly Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Superheroes, and fan theories. As a Wizarding World aficionado, Krittika has spent countless hours exploring hidden backstories, unadapted book moments, spells, and trivias surrounding J.K. Rowling’s lore.An imaginative writer with a way with words, Krittika has worked as an entertainment journalist for the past two years and a web content writer for a year. She brought her experience and expertise to FandomWire to pursue her desire for sipping coffee while dissecting films and tracking celebrity drama.
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