Things | 4. Cripples, Bastards, And Broken

Critics lauded the episode for deep world-building and strong performances, particularly from Peter Dinklage. It is notable as the first episode written by Bryan Cogman rather than the showrunners. Cripples, Bastards, and Broken Things - IMDb

is the fourth episode of HBO's Game of Thrones season one, aired on May 8, 2011. Written by Bryan Cogman and directed by Brian Kirk, the episode centers on societal outcasts and advances major character arcs. Thematic Significance 4. Cripples, Bastards, and Broken Things

Catelyn Stark arrests Tyrion at the Inn at the Crossroads, accelerating the Stark-Lannister conflict. Reception and Production Critics lauded the episode for deep world-building and