Gunpowder: The HBO Epic Perfect For Game Of Thrones Fans

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If you enjoyed Game of Thrones, you might like HBO’s historical drama Gunpowder, which currently has a 72% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Although Game of Thrones finished airing about six years ago and its final seasons weren’t as well-received, many fans have been searching for shows with a similar feel.

I’ve been really enjoying House of the Dragon – it’s been a great show to fill the void left by Game of Thrones, and there are a few other historical dramas out there that have been hitting the spot. If you loved the feel of GOT, with that big HBO production quality and familiar faces, you absolutely should check out Gunpowder. It stars someone from the original series and really delivers that same captivating experience.

Gunpowder Is A Retelling Of Guy Fawkes’ Gunpowder Plot Starring Kit Harington

Gunpowder is a three-part British miniseries that originally aired on BBC One in October 2017 before becoming available on HBO in December of the same year. The show tells the story of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605 London, and stars Kit Harington as Robert Catesby, the leader of the Catholic group who plotted to kill the king.

Every year on November 5th, Britain commemorates the failure of the Gunpowder Plot, known as Guy Fawkes Night. It’s named after Guy Fawkes, one of those involved in the plan, who was portrayed by Tom Cullen in a recent series. The story is also famous as the basis for the movie V for Vendetta, and the Guy Fawkes masks often used by hacktivist groups.

Though Guy Fawkes is remembered as a key figure, Robert Catesby was actually the mastermind behind the plot. The series explores the events leading up to that night, revealing Catesby’s motivations and how a series of unfortunate events ultimately caused the plan to fail. It’s a fast-paced, intense, and gripping show.

Gunpowder is a dark and intense historical drama featuring shockingly realistic scenes of torture, comparable to the most graphic moments in Game of Thrones. The show boasts beautiful costumes and sets that fully immerse you in the period. With a strong cast, it’s a compelling and well-made series that’s well worth the three-hour time commitment.

How Jon Snow And Robert Catesby Compare

Kit Harrington truly shines in Gunpowder, and he’s an actor I’ve long felt deserved more recognition. He was already showing significant growth in his performance on Game of Thrones in 2017, confidently acting alongside established stars like Peter Dinklage and Liam Cunningham. Interestingly, the characters of Robert Catesby and Jon Snow share some common traits, which likely helped Harrington in his portrayal.

Both main characters witness the brutal persecution and murder of their families by a royal dynasty. Initially helpless to retaliate, they eventually inspire others to join them in a seemingly hopeless fight. For viewers who enjoyed Jon Snow in Game of Thrones, Gunpowder offers a similar dramatic experience.

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2025-11-10 01:08