Game of Thrones Creator Slams Endless Spider-Man Reboots

In November 2025, renowned author George R.R. Martin, the creator of the Game of Thrones series, has voiced his frustration with the repeated reboots of the Spider-Man franchise. During a recent conversation, Martin criticized the trend of restarting the web-slinger's story multiple times, both in the comics and on the big screen.

Martin specifically took issue with the decision to retcon the marriage between Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson, a major plot point that had been a significant payoff for fans. He argued that such reboots effectively erase important character developments, much to the dismay of longtime readers and viewers.

In contrast, the Game of Thrones franchise has maintained a single, consistent timeline, with spinoffs like House of the Dragon and the upcoming A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms series expanding the world without resorting to reboots. However, Martin's own A Song of Ice and Fire book series, on which the original Game of Thrones TV show was based, is still awaiting its final installments.

Despite the ongoing popularity of the superhero genre, Martin's comments highlight the growing fatigue among some fans with the constant cycle of reboots and resets, particularly when it comes to beloved characters like Spider-Man. As the entertainment landscape continues to evolve, it remains to be seen whether the web-slinger's cinematic and comic book adaptations will heed Martin's call for more originality and consistency.