Fans hoping to see Kit Harington don the cloak of Jon Snow once more will be disappointed to learn that the intended Game of Thrones spinoff starring the character has been shelved. According to Harington, the anticipated project is no longer moving forward at HBO.
During a conversation with ScreenRant, Harington revealed insights into the decision-making process while promoting his new film, Blood for Dust. “In development, you explore all possible avenues, and you have to assess whether it’s worth pursuing. At this point, we believe it’s not,” he said. “We all felt that we didn’t find a narrative captivating enough to invest in, so we chose to put the project on hold for now. There’s a possibility that we might revisit it later, but as for the current state of affairs, it’s definitely shelved.” In light of this news, TVLine has requested a statement from HBO.
Speculation about the Jon Snow spinoff began in June 2022, with confirmation arriving from Game of Thrones novelist George R.R. Martin, who revealed that Harington was the driving force behind the project. However, HBO’s head honcho Casey Bloys tempered expectations in November by asserting that, beyond the already announced Thrones extensions, no other projects related to the franchise were nearing approval.
Despite this setback, the universe of Game of Thrones is still expanding. House of the Dragon, the prequel to the iconic series, is set to launch its second season on June 16, a Sunday, at 9/8c. Additionally, the Dunk and Egg series — A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight — has been officially green-lit by HBO, with an anticipated debut in late 2025.
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FAQ:
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Was the Jon Snow spinoff confirmed by HBO?
While there was speculation and confirmation of the spinoff being in development, with Kit Harington and author George R.R. Martin discussing it, HBO did not officially green-light the project. Casey Bloys, HBO’s chief, indicated that no such project was close to being approved.
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What are the other Game of Thrones spinoffs that are currently in development?
There is the prequel House of the Dragon that is returning for season 2, and the newly green-lit spinoff based on Dunk and Egg, titled A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight, expected to premiere in late 2025.
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Could the Jon Snow spinoff be revisited in the future?
According to Kit Harington, there is a possibility of revisiting the project in the future, but there are no current plans to do so.
Conclusion:
The news that the Jon Snow spinoff has been canceled undoubtedly comes as a blow to fans who were eager to see more of their favorite character’s adventures. While HBO has not commented on the specific reasons or the potential for revival, it seems the decision was mutually reached by the development team due to the lack of a compelling story. Meanwhile, the Game of Thrones legacy continues to grow with new content in the pipeline that will hopefully satiate the appetites of its vast fanbase. Sorrow for Jon Snow’s departure may linger, but the excitement for the future of Westeros remains unquenched.