'Game of Thrones' creators exit upcoming 'Star Wars' films
Weiss, the creators of HBO's "Game of Thrones," are exiting the Star Wars trilogy they had been set to write and produce. "Getting to talk about Star Wars with him and the current Star Wars team was the thrill of a lifetime, and we will always be indebted to the saga that changed everything." Phil Lord and Christopher Miller left the Star Wars spinoff, "Solo: A Star Wars Story," during production. Disney's four Star Wars films have totaled more than $4.8 billion at the box office worldwide since 2015. Star Wars films and a new Star Wars series, "The Mandalorian," will be a part of the service's offerings when it launches on Nov. 12.
'Game Of Thrones' Showrunners David Benioff & D.B. Weiss Exit Planned 'Star
"We love Star Wars. "Getting to talk about Star Wars with him and the current Star Wars team was the thrill of a lifetime, and we will always be indebted to the saga that changed everything." "If they want to cast me in Star Wars, I will be totally fine with that. The final chapter in the current era of the Star Wars saga, The Rise of Skywalker, hits theaters Dec. 20. Weiss Finally Explain the Coffee Cup 'Mistake''Game of Thrones' Creators David Benioff & D.B.
'Game of Thrones' David Benioff and D.B. Weiss reportedly no longer working on 'Star Wars' trilogy
David Benioff and D. B. Weiss attend the "Game Of Thrones" season 8 premiere on April 3, 2019 in New York City. "We love Star Wars," Benioff and Weiss said in a joint statement to Deadline. Getting to talk about Star Wars with him and the current Star Wars team was the thrill of a lifetime, and we will always be indebted to the saga that changed everything." It was also recently announced that Marvel's Kevin Feige would also be throwing his hat into the Star Wars ring. "We hope to include them in the journey forward when they are able to step away from their busy schedule to focus on Star Wars."
cnbc.com'GOT' wins final Emmy battle
Peter Dinklage accepts the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series award for "Game of Thrones" onstage during the 70th Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater on Sept. 17, 2018, in Los Angeles, California. The show went on to win OutstandingHOLLYWOOD, Calif. - 'Game of Thrones' has won its final Emmy battle. The HBO series picked up the best drama Emmy at Sunday's ceremony, capping off its final season with a coveted achievement. "Game of Thrones" is now tied with "Hill Street Blues," "L.A. Law," "The West Wing," and "Mad Men" for most wins in the best drama category. Heading into the night, the drama had 32 total nominations, setting a new record for the most nominations earned in a single year by a drama series.
Emmys 2019: Everything 'Game of Thrones' Won
Game of Thrones owned the 2019 Emmy season like Bran the Broken now owns the Six Kingdoms. The series took home awards in the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (Peter Dinklage) and Outstanding Drama Series categories. It was also up forLead Actor in a Drama Series, Lead Actress in a Drama Series, Supporting Actress in a Drama Series, Writing for a Drama Series and Directing for a Drama Series. The list of thank yous went on, with the men thanking the tireless crew overseas -- and appropriately wrapped with Benioff thanking his wife, Amanda Peet. Weiss Heading to Netflix With Massive Overall DealEmmys: Why HBO Didn't Submit 'Game of Thrones' Stars Gwendoline Christine, Alfie Allen and Carice Van Houten
'Game of Thrones' Cast Reunites Onstage to Present at 2019 Emmys
The Game of Thrones cast is together again! At the 2019 Emmy Awards on Sunday, the cast of the hit HBO series took the stage together four months after the eight-season-long series' final episode. "That's why I put the coffee cup there... a conscious, concerted statement of our imperfection," fellow co-creator D.B. Watch the video below for more on Game of Thrones' final season. RELATED CONTENT:Inside Kit Harington and Rose Leslie's Real-Life 'Game of Thrones' Love StoryInside Kit Harington's Life After 'Game of Thrones''Game of Thrones': House Targaryen Prequel in the Works at HBO
'Game of Thrones' Creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss Finally Explain the Coffee Cup
The minds behind Game of Thrones are finally speaking up about the errant coffee cup that sent social media abuzz earlier this year. Weiss and David Benioff laugh off the coffee cup that appeared in a shot during the fourth episode of the final season, "Last of the Starks." "That's why I put the coffee cup there... a conscious, concerted statement of our imperfection," Weiss quipped in response. "The coffee cup was where Kit's chair was. Weiss Heading to Netflix With Massive Overall Deal'Game of Thrones': Fans React to Coffee Cup Mistakenly Left in SceneThe 'Game of Thrones' Series Finale Had Another Coffee Cup Moment -- This Time With a Water Bottle
Netflix just spent $200 million for 'Game of Thrones' creators, but the cost could be greater
Executive Creators and Producers of "Game of Thrones", David Benioff, George R. R. Martin and D.B Weiss attend the "Game Of Thrones" Season 8 NY Premiere on April 3, 2019 in New York City. Jeff Kravitz | FilmMagic, Inc | Getty Images"Game of Thrones" showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss are leaving HBO for a $200 million paycheck from rival streaming service Netflix. These costs come as Netflix is expected to report $20.2 billion in revenue in 2019, according to analysts surveyed by Refinitiv. "Either [Benioff and Weiss] are the next Steven Spielberg or they are the next Michael Cimino," Wedbush analyst Michael Pachter said.
cnbc.comHBO's controversial 'Confederate' is likely dead after 'Game of Thrones' creators Benioff and Weiss sign Netflix deal
"Confederate," which would have depicted an alternate universe in which the Confederacy successfully seceded from the Union, is likely dead in the water at HBO now that showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss have signed a $200 million deal with Netflix. "Confederate" was initially expected to launch in 2018 or 2019, after Benioff and Weiss were done with "Game of Thrones." However, the project was shelved and this new deal between Benioff, Weiss and Netflix likely wipes it off the books completely. Benioff and Weiss have been in high demand after their success with "Game of Thrones."
cnbc.com'Game of Thrones' Star Nathalie Emmanuel Defends Showrunners After Final Season Backlash
Nathalie Emmanuel has nothing but love for Game of Thrones showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss amid backlash to the show's final season. Not everybody was in love with GoT's final season, however. See more on Game of Thrones in the video below. RELATED CONTENT:Emmys: Why HBO Didn't Submit 'Game of Thrones' Stars Gwendoline Christine, Alfie Allen and Carice Van HoutenHBO Boss Responds to 'Game of Thrones' Final Season Backlash and Gives Update on Prequel Series'Game of Thrones' Cast Defend Divisive Final Season at Comic-Con: 'It's Going to Piss You Off No Matter What'
"Game of Thrones" showrunners drop out of Comic-Con panel
HBO's "Game of Thrones" nabbed 32 Emmy nominations on Tuesday the highest of any show in a single year. Despite its success, its showrunners have suffered an unprecedented level of criticism, with more than a million fans signing a petition to have new writers redo the eighth and final season. Weiss have canceled their appearance at this year's San Diego Comic-Con, just two days before the show's highly-anticipated panel. The official "Game of Thrones" Twitter account shared the lineup change Wednesday. SDCC was expected to be the showrunners' first public appearance since the show's finale in May.
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