Game of Thrones Play Heads to London; Asia Dominates Scripted Series Orders

George R.R. Martin has confirmed that the "Game of Thrones" stage production, "The Mad King," will transfer to London. Martin expressed his enjoyment of the play's premiere in Stratford-upon-Avon, highlighting its epic nature and the creative team behind it. This announcement signals a significant expansion of the "Game of Thrones" universe into new theatrical venues.

In parallel, the global landscape of scripted television is shifting, with the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region now leading in new series orders. APAC accounts for 36 percent of all greenlights across major streaming platforms including Prime Video, Apple TV+, Disney+, HBO Max, Netflix, and Paramount+. This trend indicates a growing investment in and demand for content originating from and produced within Asian markets, reshaping the traditional dominance of North America and Europe in television production.