15 times Game of Thrones changed TV forever

5) Fantasy Genre Respectability

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Game of Thrones became the flagship series that brought respect to fantasy, a genre usually treated as a subculture on television. The phenomenal viewership and favorable criticisms showed that fantasy, too, can engage with the masses and gain prestige among TV show critics. The complex plot, widespread multi-faceted characters, and the money pumped into the series showed the viewers this genre's potential for storytelling depth and visual grandeur. Its success paved the way for other high-quality fantasy genre TV shows like Shadow And Bone and The Mandalorian, proving that fantasy could be both commercially viable and artistically respected

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