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Game of Thrones: Let’s dreamcast a Robert’s Rebellion prequel show

By Drew Maidment

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Tywin Lannister

PARIS, FRANCE – MARCH 05: Paul Bettany attends the Louis Vuitton show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2019/2020 on March 05, 2019 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)
PARIS, FRANCE – MARCH 05: Paul Bettany attends the Louis Vuitton show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2019/2020 on March 05, 2019 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images) /

1. Paul Bettany

Fans are looking forward to seeing this towering figure from the original show in his prime, busy playing both sides of the battle and ultimately helping overthrow King Aerys. Paul Bettany may be slightly on the young side for this version of Tywin Lannister, but he would bring the deviousness and conviction the character needs, both as Aerys’ Hand of the King and later as his worst enemy.

NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 05: Gabriel Byrne attends the “Hereditary” New York Screening at Metrograph on June 5, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Nicholas Hunt/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 05: Gabriel Byrne attends the “Hereditary” New York Screening at Metrograph on June 5, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Nicholas Hunt/Getty Images) /

2. Gabriel Bryne

On the flip side, Gabriel Byrne might be a bit on the old side to play a young(er) Tywin. He may not exactly have the look, but his ability to play characters who intimidate with silence or a look cannot be questioned. He’s a brilliant actor who brings a weightiness to his performances that would suit Tywin well. His casting would highlight the characters ruthlessness and cunning as well, as his failings as a parent.

BOCA RATON, FL – NOVEMBER 23: Kevin McKidd attends the 30TH Annual Chris Evert Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic Gala & Dinner at Boca Raton Resort & Club on November 23, 2019 in Boca Raton, Florida. (Photo by Jason Koerner/Getty Images)
BOCA RATON, FL – NOVEMBER 23: Kevin McKidd attends the 30TH Annual Chris Evert Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic Gala & Dinner at Boca Raton Resort & Club on November 23, 2019 in Boca Raton, Florida. (Photo by Jason Koerner/Getty Images) /

3. Kevin McKidd

Ah, just right. McKidd has the look and demeanor to perfectly embody a young Tywin Lannister’s powerful presence. Best known for his role as the steamy doctor Owen Hunt on Grey’s Anatomy, McKidd has extensive experience playing kings and knights in fantasy projects.

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