Game of Thrones fans are eagerly anticipating the reunion of two of the franchise's most recognizable stars, as Kit Harington and Peter Dinklage join the latest season of Actors on Actors. According to Variety and CNN, the pair will engage in a conversation scheduled to premiere on June 5 as part of Season 24 of the acclaimed interview series. This reunion marks one of the most anticipated pairings of the season, bringing together the actors behind Jon Snow and Tyrion Lannister years after HBO's fantasy drama concluded in 2019.
Harington and Dinklage's Current Projects
Harington will appear while promoting his role in the series Industry, while Dinklage joins the series in support of his upcoming project, The Lowdown. Their discussion is expected to explore their careers since Game of Thrones, as well as their experiences working on one of television's most successful franchises.
High-Profile Pairings in Season 24
The upcoming season also features several high-profile pairings, including Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow, Kerry Washington and Tony Goldwyn, and Elizabeth Banks and Josh Hutcherson. These conversations promise to offer insights into the actors' careers and personal journeys.
Emilia Clarke Addresses Salary Reports
Meanwhile, former Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke has addressed long-running reports about cast salaries during the show's later seasons. In a recent interview with Variety, Clarke disputed claims that she and several co-stars earned hundreds of thousands of dollars per episode. "We didn't earn that much," Clarke said, dismissing reports that suggested the show's leading cast received salaries approaching or exceeding $500,000 per episode. Clarke also reflected on her Emmy journey, revealing that losing the Outstanding Lead Actress category in 2019 had a significant emotional impact. The actress received four Emmy nominations for her portrayal of Daenerys Targaryen during the series' run.
Ongoing Interest in Game of Thrones Franchise
The renewed spotlight on the cast comes as interest in the Game of Thrones franchise continues through HBO's House of the Dragon, which returns for its third season later this month. Fans can look forward to more content from the beloved universe.
