The Old Gods and the New
Game of Thrones Season 2

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Critic Ratings: 26
Critics Consensus

Thanks to a balance of thrilling action, complex character work, and a savage twist, "The Old Gods and The New" justifies its deviation from the source material.

Episode Info

The Lannisters send Myrcella away from harm; Arya has a surprise visitor; Dany makes a vow; Robb and Catelyn receive crucial news; Jon gets a chance to prove himself.

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Cast & Crew

Peter Dinklage
Tyrion Lannister
Lena Headey
Queen Cersei Lannister
Michelle Fairley
Lady Catelyn Stark
Emilia Clarke
Daenerys Targaryen
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
Ser Jaime Lannister
Aidan Gillen
Petyr Baelish
Kit Harington
Jon Snow
Richard Madden
Robb Stark
Sophie Turner
Sansa Stark
Maisie Williams
Arya Stark
Isaac Hempstead-Wright
Bran Stark
Jack Gleeson
Prince Joffrey Baratheon
Charles Dance
Tywin Lannister
Alfie Allen
Theon Greyjoy
Jerome Flynn
Bronn
Rory McCann
Sandor Clegane
Conleth Hill
Varys
Iain Glen
Ser Jorah Mormont
John Bradley
Samwell Tarly
James Cosmo
Commander Mormont
David Benioff
Executive Producer
D.B. Weiss
Executive Producer
Carolyn Strauss
Co-Executive Producer
Guymon Casady
Co-Executive Producer
Vince Gerardis
Co-Executive Producer
Ralph Vicinanza
Co-Executive Producer
George R.R. Martin
Co-Executive Producer
David Nutter
Director
Vanessa Taylor
Writer
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Critic Reviews for The Old Gods and the New

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