Kit Harington, who portrayed Jon Snow in HBO's iconic series Game of Thrones, recently addressed the ongoing criticism of the show's final season during an appearance at Motor City Comic Con. Despite the backlash from fans, Harington expressed a protective sentiment towards the eighth season, highlighting the dedication of the cast and crew who worked tirelessly over the show's eight-year run. He noted that the negative comments about the final season do not sit well with him, as he personally witnessed the effort that went into its production. The eighth season was particularly controversial, facing criticism for its shorter episode count, rapid character travel across Westeros, and the handling of Daenerys Targaryen's character arc. Harington defended the show's creators, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, stating they were the right individuals to conclude the story they had invested so much time in. While many fans have called for a remake of Season 8, Harington remains firm in his support for the original team. Game of Thrones is available for streaming on HBO Max, and its spinoff, House of the Dragon, is scheduled to return for its third season on June 21, 2026.