The first ever Sky Box Sets Club event launched at Searcy's in Knightsbridge — where Game of Thrones star Rose Leslie, celebrities and the media came together to celebrate addictively good television.
The Sky Box Sets Club — the UK's first club dedicated to discussing addictively good box sets — held its inaugural event on 8 June 2016 at Searcy's in Knightsbridge, the elegant Georgian townhouse on Pavilion Road.
Game of Thrones and Downton Abbey star Rose Leslie headlined a panel discussion alongside TV psychologist Emma Kenny, TV critic Kevin O'Sullivan and blogger Tanya Burr, all hosted by presenter Alex Zane. Together they discussed their favourite moments from three unmissable shows: Game of Thrones, The Affair and Billions.
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Celebrities including Rachel Riley, Donna Air, Pixie Lott, Lydia Bright, Mathew Horne, Danny Wallace and Kimberley Garner joined in a game of bingo where winners received a Game of Thrones themed mojito named Valar Morghulis — translation: All men must die.
The DJ played whilst pulled pork baps, fish and chips, chicken and rice made the rounds. Searcy's champagne and tantalising themed cocktails kept everyone refreshed. Guests left with goodie bags filled with Moët & Chandon, Joe & Seph's popcorn, luxuriously soft socks and a starter pack for launching their own Sky Box Sets Club.
Five voices debating the very best in addictively good television — from Westeros to Wall Street.
Game of Thrones' Ygritte and Downton Abbey alumna — star of one of the most discussed box sets of all time.
Leading TV psychologist and frequent commentator on the emotional pull of binge-watching and character psychology.
Veteran television critic with sharp opinions on the golden age of prestige TV box sets.
YouTube creator, blogger and bestselling author with millions of followers sharing their box set recommendations.
Television presenter and comedian who guided the panel through their most addictive box set confessions.
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A constellation of stars from television, fashion and media gathered at Searcy's Knightsbridge for the launch.
The three series at the heart of the Sky Box Sets Club launch discussion — and beyond.
The global phenomenon from HBO. Kings, dragons, battles and betrayals in the fight for the Iron Throne. The show that defined a generation of box set viewing and turned binge-watching into a cultural event.
Showtime's psychological drama exploring the emotional and psychological effects of an extramarital affair. Told from multiple perspectives, it became one of the most critically acclaimed series of 2016.
The high-stakes world of New York finance. Damian Lewis and Paul Giamatti face off in a game of power, money and ambition. Fresh on Sky in 2016 and already generating serious box set buzz.
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