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Simon Wilson

You can watch Game of Thrones 8 on UK TV without a Sky subscription - and here's how

It is the most anticipated TV event of 2019 so far - the eighth and final series of Game of Thrones.

The fantasy drama based on George RR Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series of novels has been an international hit since it launched in 2011.

And the very last series - featuring Nottingham actors Joe Dempsie as Gendry and Bella Ramsey as Lady Lyanna Mormont - is about to launch.

You'll be able to watch it in the UK at the same time that it broadcasts in the US. As long as you don't mind staying up late. 

But you don't need a Sky subscription.

Here's all you need to know...

Joe Dempsie in the season 8 trailer for Game of Thrones (HBO)

When does the series begin?

In the US it's on Sunday, April 14 at 9pm (Eastern Standard Time)

You can watch it at the same time in the UK but that will be at 2am on Monday, April 15.

It will be broadcast by Sky Atlantic.

The first episode will then be repeated at 9pm on Sky Atlantic that same day.

Can I watch it without a Sky subscription?

Yes. You'll need Now TV and to sign up for the Entertainment pass which is £7.99 per month.

You can do that here.

If you want to see the first episode for free there is a 7 day free trial.

I need to catch up on the first seven series - can I do that?

Yes, all of the Game of Thrones seasons are available to watch on Now TV with the Entertainment pass. So you could watch them all and episode one of series 8 for free with the free trial. But you'll probably need to take the week off work. And you'll have to pay to see the rest of the new season.  

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