Game of Thrones is undoubtedly the biggest show of the 21st century, and it keeps finding its way into other platforms. We often find it being referenced in political speeches, sports and other shows and movies. One such reference pulled the attention of Game of Thrones alum Kit Harington (Jon Snow), who couldn’t resist the temptation and agreed to do the job.
In an interview with TV Insider, Harington revealed the Game of Thrones joke that made him take up his role in Season 2 of Modern Love. He said, “That was John Carney’s idea, and it was in the original script he sent to me. When I spoke to him he said, “Look, we can take that out if you feel awkward about it,” and I was like, “No, no, no, that’s one of the reasons I’m doing this piece. It’s hilarious.” There’s something wonderful about Michael looking at his brother like, “I’ve never seen that show,” but also it can come across as [myself] going, “Don’t even mention it.” It’s got a double meaning.”
“John is great like that. He’s really bold when it comes to those sorts of ideas in his work, and I loved that moment. I love the motif of strangers on the train, where it sort of swoops in being this 1940s kind of war drama. Love Lucy walking into her childhood bedroom and it’s tiny. I think that there were some really interesting decisions in this piece that kind of speak of the absurdity of the situation they’re in.”
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