The Ultimate Showdown: A Look Back at Game of Thrones S06E09

Below is an article-style breakdown of that episode, followed by a quick look at other famous season 6, episode 9s.

Just as Jon’s forces are literally being crushed under a mountain of bodies and Bolton shields, the Knights of the Vale arrive—summoned secretly by Sansa Stark—to turn the tide. 3. Justice for the Starks

" Battle of the Bastards " Original Air Date: June 19, 2016

The "oner" shot of Jon Snow surviving the initial cavalry charge is a masterclass in immersive filmmaking, capturing the sheer panic and gore of medieval-style warfare.

If you were looking for a different series, here are the highlights of other major season 6, episode 9s: