Game of Thrones is one of the most popular shows ever. The show is based on George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire series has fans quoting, “Winter is coming” during the most mundane conversations. During the show’s eight-year run, the show received praise from fans all over the world. Even though the finale did leave some fans disappointed, their love for the show’s fantastical world, as well as the characters, has continued to live on throughout the years. Now, HBO Max is bringing back the iconic character Jon Snow in a sequel.

New Game of Thrones sequel to focus on Jon Snow

Jon Snow killed Daenerys Targaryen in Season 8
Jon Snow killed Daenerys Targaryen in Season 8

According to an exclusive report by The Hollywood Reporter, Kit Harrington will return to play the fan-favorite character, and the series will take place after the events of the finale. The sequel will fulfill the fans’ wishes about Jon Snow’s fate since the character was exiled from Westeros for killing Queen Daenerys Targaryen. The finale saw him traveling to the North of the Wall with the wildings, where he sought to spend the rest of his life. The story will give the fans answers about what happened next with Jon Snow.

The Jon Snow series is the first sequel in the midst of several prequels that will explore Westeros years before the setting of Game of Thrones. One of the prequels, House of the Dragon, is set to come out on August 21 this year and will focus on the Targaryen family encountering a Civil War.

Kit Harrington to return as Jon Snow in the new Game of Thrones Sequel

Kit Harrington as Dane Whitman in Eternals, who later becomes the Black Knight
Kit Harrington as Dane Whitman in Eternals, who later becomes the Black Knight

Harrington was seen in the MCU film Eternals, which saw him become “The Black Knight”. Recently, he also played the title role in the National Theater’s live production of Henry V . Now, the actor will be back to playing Jon Snow, the role that allowed him to get two Emmy nominations. This will be a moment of pure delight for the Game of Thrones fans who love Kit’s portrayal of the character.

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Fans express excitement for the new Jon Snow series

Kit Harrington as Jon Snow in Game of Thrones
Kit Harrington as Jon Snow in Game of Thrones

Ever since the news, fans have been raving about the sequel on Twitter.

Needless to say, the fans will be glued to the screen once the sequel comes out.

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