10 Tallest Game Of Thrones Characters (& Actors), Ranked (2024)

Game of Thrones is a massively popular fantasy series with a large cast, including well-known actors such as Charles Dance and newcomers who made their names on the show. While Game of Thrones is known for being one of the most riveting fantasy series of the 2010s, many audiences were quick to note the number of actors who tower over their fellow cast members.

From actors just grazing the six-foot mark to characters that stand closer to seven, the showrunners of Game of Thrones have been incredibly faithful to George R. R. Martin's descriptions of his characters. Fans were pleased with the casting of many characters, especially with the likes of Brienne of Tarth and the Mountain. At the same time, not every tall character could be represented accurately, especially those like White Walkers and Giants.

Updated on March 13, 2024, by Ajay Aravind: Game of Thrones ended its run in 2019, but any flaws with the eighth season were more than compensated for by House of the Dragon's Season 1. The fandom now feels confident that future GRR Martin adaptations may be worth watching. All things considered, however, fans are still interested in their favorite characters from Westeros and Essos, some of whom are supernaturally tall. As such, we have updated this article with some more relevant information.

10 Jaime Lannister's Actual Height Is Never Specified In The Books

Played by: Nikolaj Coster-Waldau

Danish actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau plays one of the Lannister twins, Jaime Lannister. Coster-Waldau stands at 6'2" (188cm), which is taller than many fans thought him to be. George R. R. Martin speculated that Jaime is between 6' and 6'2". In the books, Jaime's height is never specified, and he is instead described as a seemingly arrogant man.

That said, losing his sword hand forced him to shed his ego, thereby evolving into a much more tolerable individual. At the same time, fans learned that he was a great and skilled warrior who inspired loyalty in his followers. Like the other members of his family, his discerning characteristic was his blonde hair as opposed to his height. Interestingly, Jaime's father Tywin is taller than him, demonstrating that House Lannister has the height genes — to a point.

9 Tywin Lannister's Tall Stature Lends To His Dominating Presence

Played by: Charles Dance

Tywin Lannister, the patriarch of House Lannister and father to Jaime, Cersei, and Tyrion was an imposing presence in his own right. Charles Dance, like Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, is well cast as Tywin, as he portrays the character's personality incredibly well. In the books, Tywin is frequently described as tall and imposing, which only magnifies his already formidable personality.

At 6'3" (191cm), Tywin's tall stature lends to his dominating presence, particularly when posed in a scene alongside his grandchildren, Tommen, Joffrey, and Myrcella. George R. R. Martin has previously said that King Edward I of England, who was a similar height, served as inspiration for Tywin, from the loss of his wife to the way he approached royal matters. That said, Edward I died in the arms of his servants and not while using a toilet.

8 Brienne Of Tarth Is Easily The Tallest Woman In Game Of Thrones

Played by: Gwendoline Christie

In the novels, Brienne is described as being as tall as Robert Baratheon and significantly heavier than Jaime Lannister. Considering Robert Baratheon was (in the books) noted as being around 6'6" (198cm), fans were somewhat disappointed that Gwendoline Christie stands at only 6'3", the same as Charles Dance.

Christie had no problem seeming taller to play Brienne, however, and the showrunners must be given credit for using optical illusions to make her seem taller than she is. While there are a few scenes with Jaime where the two seem the same height, the crew did a great job at making Brienne seem as tall as the Hound. Unfortunately, Brienne suffered greatly throughout her life, partly because her height and stature made her come off as stereotypically unwomanly.

7 Khal Drogo's Muscular Build Makes Him Look Even More Imposing

Played by: Jason Momoa

Jason Momoa was a fan favorite, from his first appearance in "Winter Is Coming" to his death at the end of Season 1 in "Fire And Blood," though he did make a brief appearance in Season 2's "Valar Morghulis." Standing at 6'4" (193cm), Jason Momoa is certainly one of the more imposing actors in Game of Thrones, particularly because he is muscular.

Considering Momoa's character's position as Khal and the clan nature of the Dothraki, this is no surprise. In the novels, Daenerys observed that Khal Drogo stood at around a head taller than every other man in the room, suggesting he may have been even taller than Momoa. Drogo was infamous for his combat skills, allegedly capable of defeating multiple enemies simultaneously. His height and size must have come in handy during battle, even if his horse may not have found it very enjoyable.

6 Brynden Tully Is Described As Tall And Lean With A Hoarse Voice

Played by: Clive Russell

In Game of Thrones, Brynden Tully's height is never specifically mentioned, though he is described as tall and lean with a hoarse voice. He is the uncle to Catelyn Stark, Edmure Tully, and Lysa Arryn, and is most often referred to as "the Blackfish." Not only is Brynden an accomplished warrior and longstanding knight, having served Houses Tully and Arryn, but he is also physically imposing.

Actor Clive Russell stands at 6'5" (196cm). His posture is powerful and graceful, reflecting the honorable nature of his character. Brynden Tully managed to fight off the siege of Riverrun, proving that he was extremely capable in battle. Interestingly, none of the other Tully men have been described as tall, including Edmure. In addition, Brynden's nephew Robb wasn't very tall either, standing at around 5'8".

5 Sandor Clegane Is Tall But His Brother His Much Taller

Played by: Rory McCann

Rory McCann is one of the tallest cast members in Game of Thrones and plays the scarred Sandor "The Hound" Clegane. McCann is 6'6" (198cm), though this is still shy of the character's height in the books. In the novels, Sandor stands at around 6'8", and weighs over 300 lbs (140kg). Not only is Sandor's size terrifying, but his scarred face and his despicable actions make the Hound one of the most fearsome characters in the books and the show.

Despite his seemingly aggressive nature, however, Sandor actually knows how to show compassion. He's responsible for Arya and Sansa at different points in the story, although he claims that he doesn't really care about them. All things considered, he is still not as tall as his brother and rival, Gregor "The Mountain" Clegane, who was the one to burn him when they were children.

4 Gregor Clegane Is Famously Known As The Mountain

Played by: Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson

Gregor "The Mountain" Clegane towers over his younger brother, Sandor. Played by Icelandic actor Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson, he stands at 6'9" (206cm). At the time of shooting, Björnsson weighed around 400 lbs. While this is still a terrifying size, the Mountain in the novels is only scarier. George R. R. Martin stated that the Mountain is approximately eight feet tall and weighs over 500 lbs.

It is unsurprising then that he was nicknamed the Mountain and was able to beat his brother repeatedly. Furthermore, Gregor's gargantuan stature and strength made him a literal monster, allowing him to perform heinous deeds without fear of retribution. In any case, there are very few people capable of taking him down — even the Red Viper foolishly underestimated Gregor's vitality, a mistake that led to his gruesome death.

3 Hodor Is Strong Enough To Carry Bran Over Long Distances

Played by: Kristian Nairn

Formerly known as Wylis, Hodor is a beloved character who acts as Bran and Rickon's guardian following the fall of Winterfell. After he had a seizure, Hodor developed brain damage that took away his ability to speak. He can understand complex instructions, but is only able to say the word "Hodor." He is said to be seven feet tall, with brown hair, a beard, and a hairy body.

In Game of Thrones, Hodor is played by Kristian Nairn, who stands at 6'10" (208cm). Being so tall and strong, it is very believable that Hodor is able to carry the Stark boys for miles from Winterfell and, eventually, beyond the Wall. Although the circ*mstances were bleak, Hodor consistently supported Bran during his expedition to find the Three-Eyed Raven. In fact, his devotion was so great that he willingly sacrificed his life to protect Bran and Meera from the Night King.

2 The White Walker Was First Seen In The Series Premiere Episode

Played by: Ian Whyte

White Walkers have been portrayed by various tall actors, such as Ross Mullan and Ian Whyte. Whyte made brief appearances as the first White Walker in Game of Thrones, only appearing in Seasons 1 and 2. A former professional basketball player turned stuntman and actor, Whyte has starred in various other titles, including Prometheus and the Alien Vs. Predator film series.

Whyte stands at 7'1" (216cm) and, as pictured, towers over his fellow cast and crew members. In Seasons 5 and 6, Whyte also played Wun Weg Wun Dar Wun, who fought for Jon during the Battle of the Bastards. This friendly Giant was ultimately killed by the villainous Ramsay Bolton. In Seasons 7 and 8, White played a wight giant in the Night King's army.

1 Mag Mar Tun Doh Weg Was Famously Known As Mag The Mighty

Played by: Neil Fingleton

Neil Fingleton played the giant Mag Mar Tun Doh Weg in Season 4 of Game of Thrones. The giant was a member of Mance Rayder's army, known to the wildlings as "Mag the Mighty." Mag was also called the "king of the Giants" in the TV series, though the books state otherwise. He died during the Battle of Castle Black in the episode "The Watchers On The Wall," but not before giving his opponents a ton of trouble.

Neil Fingleton was one of the world's 25 tallest men, standing at 7'7" (231cm) and weighing 168 kg. He was also the tallest member of the GoT cast, making him the tallest actor on this list and the most obvious candidate for the tallest ranking. Unfortunately, Fingleton passed away in 2017 due to heart complications. He had a thrilling career as an actor, starring in the likes of 47 Ronin as Golem Samurai, and as a basketball player for Holy Cross College.

Game Of Thrones

TV-MA

Fantasy

Drama

Action

Adventure

Nine noble families fight for control over the lands of Westeros, while an ancient enemy returns after being dormant for a millennia.

Release Date

April 17, 2011

Cast

Peter Dinklage , Emilia Clarke , Nikolaj Coster-Waldau , Sophie Turner , Maisie Williams , Kit Harington , Lena Headey , Sean Bean

Seasons

8

Creator

David Benioff, D.B. Weiss

Number of Episodes

73

Streaming Service(s)

HBO Max