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How to Stream Season 7 of Game of Thrones

How to Stream Season 7 of Game of Thrones

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Game of Thrones, one of the most successful and critically acclaimed TV series of all time, is finally back for its much awaited seventh season. The first episode aired on July 16 — three months later than its usual April premiere due an intentional delay in filming.

Showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss filmed the seventh season from August 2016 to February 2017 instead of their regular July to December filming schedule. They postponed filming so they could take advantage of weather conditions and naturally portray the show’s winter setting without relying on special effects.

The season 7 premiere of Game of Thrones broke viewership records for HBO. The episode was watched by more than 16 million viewers — 10.1 million viewers on TV and the rest on DVR and streaming — making it the most watched season premiere for any HBO show in the history of the network.

Unlike most TV shows at the tail-end of their runs, Game of Thrones garners increasingly higher ratings as it progresses. Its sixth season was seen by an average of 7.69 million viewers, in contrast to seasons 2, 3, 4, and 5, which drew an average of 2.52, 3.80, 4.97, 6.84, and 6.88 million, respectively.  

The show continues to be lauded by critics as well. The first episode, Dragonstone, premiered to wide critical acclaim, and the second episode, entitled Stormborn, aired on July 24 also to positive critical reception.

Knowing how good the seventh season is makes you want to watch the show right now, doesn’t it? Here’s how you can stream season 7 of Game of Thrones (even from outside the U.S.).

STEP 1 – Download HBO NOW.

When you download HBO NOW, you’ll be able to access all HBO’s content (movies, series, sports events, etc.) and stream it on an unlimited number of supported devices. You’d be able to watch big premieres like Game of Thrones as it airs on TV.

HBO NOW is the perfect streaming service for fans of Game of Thrones who are on the go or who always travel abroad, and it only costs $14.99 a month. If you’re a first-time subscriber, you can download their 1-month free trial. The HBO NOW app is available on both iTunes and Google Play.

STEP 2 – Download Hotspot Shield.

As great a service as HBO NOW is, it’s exclusive only to the U.S. and some U.S. territories. A high-quality VPN like Hotspot Shield enables you to get around this restriction. By downloading Hotspot Shield, you’ll be able to access geo-locked content like HBO NOW and watch Game of Thrones anywhere in the world.

Get Hotspot Shield now. It’s a free VPN available across a variety of platforms such as Windows, Mac OS, Android, and iOS.

STEP 3 – Change your IP address using Hotspot Shield.

Turn on your Hotspot Shield app and use it to change your virtual location to the U.S.

STEP 4 – Upgrade your Hotspot Shield app to Hotspot Shield Premium.

If you want faster speed, more virtual locations, and a hassle-free experience, then consider upgrading your regular Hotspot Shield client. With Hotspot Shield Premium, you gain access to more than 60 virtual locations (not available on the free version) and unlimited bandwidth. For more information about Hotspot Shield Premium, just click here.

Once you’ve completed all the above steps, you can just sit back, relax, and enjoy the glory that is Game of Thrones!

So, what are you waiting for? Download Hotspot Shield today and access all the content you want. Our VPN has additional features that increase your internet security as well as keep your online information private.

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