Here is the technical breakdown for Game of Thrones (the HBO series):


1. Total Episodes

The series spans 8 seasons, comprising a total of 73 episodes (2011–2019) (Wikipedia).


2. Chapters Adapted per Episode

  • On average, each episode adapts roughly 7 chapters from George R. R. Martin’s novels (Reddit).
  • This aligns with the structure of the books: most of the A Song of Ice and Fire volumes contain 70–80 chapters, which are distributed across the episodes (especially in ten‑episode seasons) (Reddit).

3. Scenes per Episode

  • Episode structure typically includes 4 to 6 concurrent storylines per episode.
  • Each storyline unfolds through approximately 5 to 6 scenes, resulting in around 20 to 36 scenes per episode (Just TV).

📊 Summary Table

Metric Approximate Value
Total Episodes 73
Chapters per Episode ~7
Storylines per Episode 4–6
Scenes per Storyline 5–6
Estimated Scenes/Episode 20–36

⚙️ Notes & Observations

  • Variance exists depending on the season and pacing. Early seasons (S1–S6) typically adhere to ~10 episodes per season adapting one novel’s chapters; final seasons are shorter but often more densely plotted.
  • Season 7’s episodes are longer on average (some exceed 80 minutes) and may include more scenes despite fewer storylines (Vanity Fair, Wikipedia, Reddit, Wikipedia).
  • Themes or episodes built around large set‑pieces inevitably shift chapter adaptation density or scene count distribution—but the overall averages remain strong approximations.

✅ Technical Summary

  • Total episodes: 73 episodes across 8 seasons.
  • Chapters adapted: Approximately 7 per episode (book to screen conversion).
  • Scenes per episode: Roughly 20–36, based on 4–6 storylines × 5–6 scenes per storyline.

If you need further breakdowns—such as specific episodes, season‑by‑season counts, or scene-by‑scene analysis—feel free to ask.

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