[s2e9] Episode 9 Apr 2026

: Reviewers from Rolling Stone and The Guardian highlighted Lena Headey’s performance as Cersei Lannister, noting her "terrifying strength" and describing the hour as her finest on the show to date.

: The A.V. Club praised the episode for its "unsentimental depiction of warfare," interpreting it as a sharp critique of the political systems that perpetuate such violence. Other Notable Season 2, Episode 9s [S2E9] Episode 9

: Fans on IMDb praised this finale for its "satisfying epilogue" and "mind-blowing" visual effects, specifically the scene where Eleven closes the Gate. : Reviewers from Rolling Stone and The Guardian