Cast
Peter Dinklage as Tyrion Lannister
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What does WiC think: Best little person actor around. Brings charisma and humor to the role.
What do the fans think: Thrilled. Everyone's top choice from day one.
What do the producers think: "Peter was our dream Tyrion. Sometimes, when you wish upon a red comet, dreams really do come true." - D&D
Sean Bean as Eddard Stark
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What does WiC think: Superb actor. Carries a lot of "geek cred" and has a significant fanbase.
What do the fans think: Excited to have a big name (and talented) actor. A few think he is too old or isn't quite what they had in mind, looks-wise.
What do the producers think: "He was Boromir and he was Sharpe, he was terrific in both roles, and in a hundred other parts besides. I can't imagine a better Ned." -GRRM
Mark Addy as Robert Baratheon
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What does WiC think: Interesting choice. Seems to lean towards comedic roles, remains to be seen whether he can pull off a more dramatic role.
What do the fans think: Surprised, but feelings are positive and hopeful. Looks-wise, all but a few think he is near perfect.
What do the producers think: "I can tell you we have seen Addy's audition tape (Robert and Ned at Winterfell), and he was excellent." -Parris & GRRM
Harry Lloyd as Viserys Targaryen
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What does WiC think: Not familiar with his work, but I like his crazy look.
What do the fans think: Excited. Among those that have seen him act, they agree he has talent and does "crazy" very well.
What do the producers think: "I've seen readings by both Gleeson and Lloyd, and both should be terrific." - GRRM
Kit Harington as Jon Snow
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What does WiC think: Love it. Casting a total unknown with a stage background is pure HBO. Looks the part and supposedly has the talent to match.
What do the fans think: Mostly positive. Obviously not many have seen his work, but the few that have say he is a great choice.
What do the producers think: "You probably haven't heard of him yet... but you will, we're confident. David and Dan can't say enough about his talent and intensity." - GRRM
Jack Gleeson as Joffrey Baratheon
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What does WiC think: From the little info and photos I've been able to gather on him, seems like a solid choice.
What do the fans think: Most fans are waiting to see what he looks like before making a decision. Some are saying he might be too old for the part.
What do the producers think: "I've seen readings by both Gleeson and Lloyd, and both should be terrific." - GRRM