Game of Thrones star Peter Dinklage opens up on his on-set relationship with British star Charles Dance during filming of the hit fantasy series. Adapted from George R.R. Martins A Song Of Ice and Fire novels, Game of Thrones debuted April 17, 2011 on HBO, running eight seasons and 73 episodes, to intense critical acclaim. Dinklage’s on-screen performance as Tyrion Lannister on the show earned him four Primetime Emmy Awards, while Dance played his father, Tywin Lannister. The two characters had plenty of animosity towards one another and shared many scenes across the shows first four seasons.