Whether you've accepted it or not, the Game of Thrones season six finale is right around the corner. (Catch up on all the best—and maybe not-so best—moments with our recaps.) Yes, summer is coming on June 26. While you try to find a way to get through Sunday nights without your favorite weekly blood bath to look forward to, we've collected some surprising facts, courtesy of IMDb, that may shock you about GoT. Warning: Spoilers ahead!
Peter Dinklage was the only actor considered for Tyrion.
It cost more than $10 million to shoot each episode of season six.
Co-showrunner David Benioff’s wife threatened to divorce him if he killed off Jon Snow. (We're glad that worked out!)
Natalie Dormer avoids spoilers by only reading Margaery scenes.
Charles Dance, who plays Tywin Lannister, actually skinned a real stag in his first scene on the show.
Sophie Turner was fooled about Jon Snow's fate.
The author, George R.R. Martin, had a cameo in the unaired pilot.
Lena Headey used a body double for Cersei's penance.
Alfie Allen, who plays Theon Greyjoy, is the brother of singer Lily Allen, who wrote a not terribly flattering song about her brother that's called "Alfie.”
Dean-Charles Chapman (King Tommen) has played two Lannisters.
Tyrion is the main character, as proven by math, because he's appeared in the most episodes and has interacted with the most characters.
Fake blood left Emilia Clarke stuck to the toilet.
Sophie Turner adopted the dog that played Lady, Sansa's dire wolf.
George R.R. Martin got the dragon eggs as a wedding gift.
Kit Harington told a cop Jon Snow's fate to get out of a speeding ticket.
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