Game of Thrones is an American fantasy drama television series, based on George R. R. Martin's book series "A Song of Ice and Fire". The first episode was shown on April 17, 2011 on Home Box Office. There are eight seasons in total as of 2019. The first season was nominated for thirteen Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Drama Series and won two of them. The series focuses on various kings and queens in two continents called Westeros and Essos. Many of the successors to the throne fight for power. The most prominent kingdom is the Lannister family. The royal wealthiest family live near the gold mine. The series is praised for human sexuality.