21 ‘Game of Thrones’ episodes you should watch before Season 8 premieres

It’s not too late to get caught up…

By Kara Harris

PHOENIX – Can you believe Game of Thrones returns for its final season in just four days?! 

The only downside to the countdown is that it’s NOT enough time to binge the whole series if you’re looking for a refresher or to get into the show. On a side note, if you haven’t seen the show, WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN DOING WITH YOUR LIFE? 

Thankfully for people in both of those categories, Game of Thrones executive producer and writer Bryan Cogman has released the ultimate episode guide to the series.

Cogman’s list condenses all 67 episodes to a total of 21 must-watch episodes.

#GameofThrones writer Bryan Cogman reveals which 21 episodes to rewatch before Season 8:

Season 1: E1, E2, E9 & E10
Season 2: E3, E6 & E9
Season 3: E3, E4, E5 & E9
Season 4: E6, E8 & E10
Season 5: E8
Season 6: E5, E9 & E10
Season 7: E3, E4 & E7

(via @EW) #GoT pic.twitter.com/ov6zjj54rK

— Game of Thrones Facts (@thronesfacts) April 9, 2019

Here’s the list:

• Season 1: E1, E2, E9 & E10
• Season 2: E3, E6 & E9
• Season 3: E3, E4, E5 & E9
• Season 4: E6, E8 & E10
• Season 5: E8
• Season 6: E5, E9 & E10
• Season 7: E3, E4 & E7

The reaction to the so-called “Cheat List” has been mixed among Game of Thrones fans.

Some believe the list gives unloyal fans a fastpass, while others are pumped to refresh their memory.

“Can I watch Ike five episodes of Game of Thrones and understand?”

No.

Y’all had a year. Just don’t watch it. It’s too late. Go back to your “I’m probably the only person who doesn’t watch GoT *hair flip*” tweets and let us enjoy it. The window has closed. Winter is here. Bye.

— From Dottie, With Love 🌹 (@iWRIGHTmymemoir) April 10, 2019

Those left wanting a more detailed explanation of the list can read Cogman’s Entertainment Weekly article. 

Episode one of Season 8 will air Sunday at 6 p.m. (Arizona time). I never thought I’d be saying that. It’s finally here, guys!