Winter Is Coming reports that according to "a legit inside source" Sean Bean (Boromir from Jackson's Lord of The Rings trilogy) was cast as Eddard Stark in the Game of Thrones pilot. If this information proves to be true I'll be a happy man. Ned's role is very important, he was the leading character in the Game of Thrones, the most charismatic one, so picking a good actor for his role was crucial to the success of the show.

Sean's choice for Ned's part is a good sign for the show. He definitely has the experience to pull off the role he's been given. It also means that producers are serious about the series. Sean is a well established actor, a face that will bring more viewers to the screen on top of giving excellent performance.

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