This Game of Thrones Marathon Was Extra Brutal, as Fans Had to Actually Run It

A wild stunt from M&C Saatchi

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It’s one thing to have yourself a little Game of Thrones marathon and binge watch six seasons of the show on your couch with snacks and drinks within arm’s reach. It’s another thing to run an actual marathon while having a Game of Thrones marathon. That (you might argue) takes a lot more hard work.

Sky came up with the idea for a real Game of Thrones marathon, asking runners and fans of the show in Italy to complete an ultra-marathon while simultaneously watching all 60 episodes of the show.

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