😱💩 “They Went THERE… But This One Scene Was TOO DISGUSTING Even for Game of Thrones Creators!”
Game of Thrones shocked us with blood, sex, and betrayal… but the new spin-off A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms just dropped a literal bombshell in the premiere – projectile poop exploding on screen! 🤢
And get this: Showrunners had an EVEN GROSSER bathroom disaster planned where someone PLUNGES into a medieval poop trench mid-conversation… but they cut it because “That was too far for us!”
Is Westeros finally crossing the line into full-on toilet terror? Or is this the hilarious, gritty vibe we’ve been missing? 👀
What do YOU think – brave enough to watch?
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‘That Was Too Far For Us’: Showrunners Reveal the Crude Bathroom Scene Axed from HBO’s ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’
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HBO’s latest dive into the world of Westeros, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, has already made waves with its unapologetically gritty tone – and nowhere is that more evident than in its handling of bodily functions. The series, based on George R.R. Martin’s Tales of Dunk and Egg novellas, premiered with a scene that caught even hardcore Game of Thrones fans off guard: protagonist Ser Duncan the Tall, played by Peter Claffey, squatting behind a tree and unleashing a graphic bout of diarrhea as the iconic Game of Thrones theme swells in the background.
But according to co-creator and showrunner Ira Parker, that explosive moment wasn’t the only toilet humor considered for the show. In a recent roundtable discussion, Parker revealed one planned sequence that pushed the boundaries too far – even for a franchise known for its unflinching depictions of violence and depravity – leading the team to scrap it entirely.
“That was too far for us,” Parker admitted, describing a medieval tournament latrine setup that would have ended in disaster.
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The new series, set roughly 90 years before the events of Game of Thrones, follows the adventures of a naive but honorable hedge knight, Ser Duncan “Dunk” the Tall, and his young squire, Aegon “Egg” Targaryen (Dexter Sol Ansell). Unlike the sprawling political intrigue of its predecessor or the dragon-fueled warfare of House of the Dragon, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms leans into a lighter, more adventurous tone with a healthy dose of earthy humor.
From the very first episode, titled “The Hedge Knight,” the show signals it’s not afraid to get dirty – literally. After burying his deceased mentor, Ser Arlan of Pennytree, Dunk resolves to enter a grand tournament at Ashford Meadow. As Ramin Djawadi’s majestic theme begins to play, building epic anticipation, the camera cuts abruptly to Dunk in a vulnerable position: pants down, relieving himself with forceful urgency due to nerves and bad beef.
The moment subverts expectations, grounding the fantasy in raw humanity. Parker has defended the inclusion, explaining it symbolizes Dunk’s fear – his “guts turning to water” – ahead of his bold decision to compete as a knight.
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Yet, while this scene made the cut, another poop-related gag did not. Parker recounted how the writers’ room brainstormed realistic medieval sanitation during tournaments, where thousands camped in fields without modern facilities.
“Back in the day, trenches were dug and just a big long line,” Parker explained. “And there were also these things that were set up, like if you did it in the woods, sort of ropes attached to trees so that you could lean back in sort of a crouch squatting-ish position over top of this trench that was taking all this out of the way, hopefully going downhill.”
The proposed scene would have featured Dunk and Egg engaged in a meaningful conversation beside these makeshift latrines. Nearby users balanced on the ropes – until one snaps, sending an unfortunate soul plummeting into the waste-filled trench below.
“It was just Dunk and Egg having a good conversation while people are doing that next to them, and somebody’s rope snaps, and they fall into the thing,” Parker said. “And… so that was too far for us.”
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The decision to omit the sequence highlights a deliberate line the creators drew, even as they embraced crude humor elsewhere. Parker noted the show includes only a handful of such jokes across the season, insisting they serve character and tone rather than cheap laughs. “We are an earthy show, we are a gritty show, we’re an unpolished show, we’re showing it as it is, and this is a part of life,” he added.
Historical accuracy played a role in these considerations. Medieval events like tournaments did indeed feature primitive sanitation: long communal trenches, sometimes covered by rudimentary seats or, in more improvised setups, assisted by ropes or branches for balance. Waste management was a logistical nightmare, with “gong farmers” tasked with clearing pits – a job so foul it was often done at night.
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The choice to include the premiere’s defecation scene while cutting the trench plunge reflects the show’s balancing act: embracing the unglamorous realities of a pre-industrial world without tipping into outright revulsion. Critics have praised this approach for setting A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms apart, calling it a “refreshing antidote” with “crude humor and humble humanity.”
Even George R.R. Martin, the architect of Westeros’ brutality, expressed surprise at the opening poop moment. “Yeah, that was a bit of a surprise,” Martin told reporters. “Not to say that my characters don’t take shits, but I normally don’t write about them at any length.” He admitted questioning the necessity in early cuts but ultimately deferred to Parker’s vision.
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Peter Claffey, the Irish actor portraying Dunk, has leaned into the physicality of the role, describing his character as a “big lad” navigating a harsh world. The 6’6″ newcomer brings a gentle giant quality to Dunk, whose nervousness manifests in very human ways.
Co-star Dexter Sol Ansell, as the bald-headed Egg (disguised to hide his Targaryen heritage), forms the heart of the series – an unlikely duo whose banter provides much of the charm. The cut scene would have spotlighted their budding friendship amid the absurdity, but creators opted for restraint.
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Parker emphasized limits: “There is a limit as to how much poop and fart jokes we will allow in this show.” Still, the included moments underscore the series’ “grungier” vibe compared to the more polished epics of Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon.
As A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms unfolds its six-episode first season – adapting “The Hedge Knight” novella – viewers can expect more tournament action, chivalric trials, and moral dilemmas. But the early focus on bodily humor has sparked debate: Is it a bold subversion or unnecessary crudeness?
