Game Of Thrones Season 8 Starbucks Coffee Cup
Game of Thrones fans were in for a surprise during the fourth episode of the show's final season. In a scene where Daenerys Targaryen and Jon Snow were discussing their battle plans, a modern-day coffee cup from Starbucks was accidentally left on the table in front of Daenerys.
The mistake went viral on social media, with fans sharing screenshots and memes of the coffee cup's appearance in the medieval fantasy world of Westeros. Many fans were disappointed and felt that it ruined the immersion and authenticity of the show.
How Did the Mistake Happen?
According to the show's art director, Hauke Richter, the mistake happened because of a miscommunication between the props department and the set decorators. The coffee cup was supposed to be removed from the table before filming, but it was overlooked.
The show's creators, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, later made light of the mistake in a statement, saying, "We're sorry! Westeros was the first place to actually have a Starbucks, it's a little-known fact."
What Was Starbucks' Reaction?
Starbucks also got in on the fun, tweeting a response to the mistake: "TBH we're surprised she didn't order a Dragon Drink."
The coffee chain later released a limited edition "Game of Thrones" themed cup, featuring a dragon and the show's logo, in a nod to the viral mistake.
What Was the Fallout?
The mistake was quickly corrected for future airings of the episode, and a digital version of the episode was also edited to remove the coffee cup. However, the damage was already done, and the mistake became a pop culture phenomenon.
Some critics argued that the mistake highlighted the show's declining attention to detail in its final season, while others saw it as a harmless and amusing blunder.
Conclusion
The appearance of a Starbucks coffee cup in "Game of Thrones" season 8 was a surprising and controversial moment in the show's history. While it may have detracted from the show's authenticity for some fans, it also provided a moment of levity and humor in an otherwise dark and serious season.