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    ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Premiere Date Revealed

    Tim Kenneally
    The WrapJanuary 8, 2015
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    'Game of Thrones' Is Coming to IMAX!
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    Game of Thrones' epic battle scenes, killer weddings and yes, dragons, are making their way to the big screen. HBO has announced that two episodes from season 4 will be remastered and released in IMAX theaters ahead of the show's season 5 premiere. The showings will take place at 150 screens across the country for one week, starting Jan. 23 and going through Jan. 29. PHOTOS: Game of Thrones Actors -- Real Life vs. On Screen So, what episodes can you see in the theater? Episode 9, "The Watchers on the Wall", and episode 10, "The Children", are the chosen ones. The two episodes will be followed by an exclusive first look at the trailer for season 5.As a refresher, episode 9 has The Wall with the Night's Watch hopelessly outnumbered as they attempt to defend Castle Black from the Wildings. The following episode, "The Children", features Dany coming to grips with the realities of ruling a kingdom, Bran learning the startling reality of his destiny and Tyrion facing the truth of his unfortunate situation. VIDEO: Jason Momoa's Game of Thrones Audition Tape Is Intense! Will you see Game of Thrones in IMAX? For screening information and for ticket purchases, go to imax.com.

    Sharpen your swords, “Game of Thrones” fans; you’re one step closer to the next season of HBO’s fantasy epic.

    The premium cable channel’s epic fantasy drama will return for its fifth season on April 12 at 9 p.m., HBO said Thursday at the Television Critics Association press tour in Pasadena.

    Also Read: ‘Game of Thrones’ Becomes First TV Series Screened in IMAX

    April 12 will also see the return of the comedies “Silicon Valley” and “Veep,” the channel said.

    In addition to the “GoT,” “Veep” and “Silicon Valley” premiere dates, “Vice” will return for its third season on March 6, HBO said.

    Also Read: ‘Game of Thrones’ Mysterious Behind-the-Scenes Special Airing in February

    On Thursday, HBO also announced the renewal of “Real Time With Bill Maher” for its 14th and 15th seasons, as well as a stand-up special starring comedian Tig Notaro.

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    'Game of Thrones' Becomes First TV Series Screened in IMAX

    'Game of Thrones' Mysterious Behind-the-Scenes Special Airing in February

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