[s8e5] The Bells Site

" The Bells " (Season 8, Episode 5) is the penultimate episode of Game of Thrones , centered on the final battle for King's Landing. While it received high praise for its and direction by Miguel Sapochnik, it remains one of the most polarizing episodes in television history due to its controversial narrative choices. Plot Highlights

Lord Varys is executed for treason by dragonfire after trying to support Jon Snow's claim to the throne. [S8E5] The Bells

Jaime and Cersei are reunited in the Red Keep, only to die together as the building collapses on them. " The Bells " (Season 8, Episode 5)

The long-awaited duel between Sandor "The Hound" and Gregor "The Mountain" Clegane concludes with both brothers falling to their deaths in the flames. Jaime and Cersei are reunited in the Red

Arya Stark abandons her quest for Cersei on the Hound's advice and experiences the horror of the city's destruction firsthand before escaping on a white horse.

After her forces easily breach the city and the Lannister army surrenders by ringing the bells, Daenerys Targaryen makes the shock decision to raze the city and its civilians anyway.