Game of Thrones season 6 episode 5: Richard E Grant, Kevin Eldon and Essie Davis make surprise cameos
They played actors in a theatre troupe enacting moments from seasons past
Your support helps us to tell the story
My recent work focusing on Latino voters in Arizona has shown me how crucial independent journalism is in giving voice to underrepresented communities.
Your support is what allows us to tell these stories, bringing attention to the issues that are often overlooked. Without your contributions, these voices might not be heard.
Every dollar you give helps us continue to shine a light on these critical issues in the run up to the election and beyond
Eric Garcia
Washington Bureau Chief
*Spoilers for Game of Thrones season 6 episode 5 'The Door' below*
Having watched the latest episode of Game of Thrones' sixth season (the halfway point, by the way), you'll most likely recall very little other than the heartbreaking twist surrounding beloved character Hodor (actor Kristian Nairn on his big moment here)
Earlier on in the episode, however, an extended scene saw Arya (Maise Willaims) watching a traveling theatre troupe in Braavos. Said troupe was acting out the show's events and included characters playing the roles of Joffrey, Cersei and Ned Stark.
Key moments that were acted out by the troupe included the death of Robert Baratheon, Joffrey's rise to power and - most heartbreakingly for Stark - the death of her father Ned.
You may not have realised, but these actors were played by a few familiar faces - one of which included Richard E. Grant.
The British actor - who was recently cast in Wolverine 3 - took on the role of Mark Addy's season one character Robert Baratheon while Brass Eye comedian Kevin Eldon played a particularly caricatured version of Sean Bean's former character.
Meanwhile, 'Cersei Lannister' was played by Australian actor Essie Davis, star of acclaimed horror The Babadook.
It was these characters that led to a scene which well and truly 'freed the penis' which we're sure Emilia Clarke applauded.
This isn't the first time Game of Thrones has featured cameo appearances; Snow Patrol frontman Gary Lightbody showed up as one of Roose Bolton's men in season three while Coldplay drummer Will Champion was present at the infamous Red Wedding. Icelandic band Sigur Rós also featured prominently in the scenes that saw Joffrey's marriage to Margaery Tyrell.
HBO - who accidentally leaked this episode ahead of its premiere - has released a preview of episode 6, 'Blood of My Blood' which teases all-out war at King's Landing.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments