KitHarington Game of Thrones replacement show is proving to be an impressive follow-up for the actor, but this realization only makes his shelved Jon Snow spinoff even sadder. Harington is one of the most recognizable stars of HBO's hit fantasy series, as his performance as Jon Snow made him a household name. It's perhaps no surprise that HBO considered making a spinoff based on his character, but in April 2024, Harington revealed that a Jon Snow sequel is no longer in development.
This continues HBO's trend of canceling its most intriguing film Game of Thrones spinoffs, but Harington has other projects to focus on. Since saying goodbye to Westeros, the actor joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 2021 Eternals and has appeared in numerous other TV shows and films. The most notable is that of HBO Industryand although Harington has only been in five episodes so far, they're a sad reminder of how great a Jon Snow series could have been.
HBO's Kit Harington's Return to the Industry Is Great (But Jon Snow Would Be Better)
A Game Of Thrones sequel has a lot of potential if done well
IndustryThe government's focus on London's financial sector drama means it is a far cry from Game of Thrones, but the show is probably the closest thing Harington has to a replacement for the fantasy series. Harington joined the cast of Industry in Season 3, and the show allows him to flex his acting range. His character, Henry Muck, looks nothing like Jon Snow. But Harington plays him in a way that makes him equal parts charming and infuriating, reminding us how skilled he is at capturing the nuances of characters.
While Industry It's a fun show, and Harington's character adds to that, one Game of Thrones spin-off would be even better. It's no secret that Game of Thrones Season 8 ended the series on a divisive note, and a sequel could try to repair its legacy. There aren't many characters who would be able to pull this off, but Jon Snow could effectively lead such a spinoff - and that's due, at least in part, to Harington's compelling screen presence.
The actor's return to HBO is a sad reminder of his canceled Game Of Thrones spin-off
Highlights what could have happened if Kit Harington returned as Jon Snow
The shelves of Game of Thrones' The Jon Snow spin-off is disappointing no matter how you slice it, but Harington's return to HBO really highlights what could have been. Both the network and the actor are known for producing high-quality work and it would be nice to see them collaborate on a project set in Game of Thrones universe again. Seeing Harington take on a very different role also reveals how much more he could do with Jon; the character would undoubtedly be forever changed by the events of season 8, opening up all sorts of possibilities.
They just make us want theirs Game of Thrones come back again, showcasing Harington's talent and reminding us why we loved his turn as Jon Snow.
Unfortunately, it looks like we won't be seeing Harington delve into his character's trauma anytime soon, as a Jon Snow sequel isn't currently in the plans. Although HBO chairman and CEO Casey Bloys has raised the possibility that they could "try again" (through Deadline), it is difficult to be hopeful about the Game of Thrones spin off. Fortunately, we have other Harington projects, such as Industryto wait. They just make us want theirs Game of Thrones come back again, showcasing Harington's talent and reminding us why we loved his turn as Jon Snow.
Source: Deadline