'Game of Thrones' season 8, episode 1 reactions and memes



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'Game of Thrones' is back. And episode one of the show's final season is in the books.

The first installment may have been a bit lighter on action and dead bodies. At least, compared to normal episodes.

The episode's run-time, which many expected to be longer than in past years, didn't quite meet expectations, either.

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But the show offered plenty of other tense moments and intriguing reunions during its initial offering. Not to mention teases for next week.

Above, you can click through the best reactions and memes from social media for episode one.

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