It’s difficult to discern who the primary character of Game of Thrones is without knowing how much an actor gets paid. Game of Thrones is a popular television series with a big cast of characters. In fact, it’s difficult to discern who the major characters are because the show alternates between them. However, some characters and actors are paid more than others behind the scenes. So it’s evident that the show considers some characters and actors to be more essential than others. At least as far as a paycheck is concerned. This isn’t to argue that folks who earn a little less aren’t valued as highly as those who earn a lot more. We’re confident that all of Game of Thrones’ great performers are equally admired. Even yet, it’s fascinating to watch who gets paid more and which characters are given more screen time behind the scenes. 

Although we were unable to locate wage information for all of the performers on this list, it was interesting to compare the incomes that we were able to locate. Some of the highest-paid actors, as well as some of the lowest-paid performers, may surprise you. Please don’t misunderstand us. We’re confident that all of the performers on Game of Thrones are paid well. Some of the most well-paid actors get paid about $500,000 every episode. $175,000 per episode and $100,000 per episode are two examples of lower pay. All of the actors are paid well, however not all of them are paid equally. Those who play more prominent parts are compensated more. 

Welcome to The Show’s Top 20 Highest Paid Actors (And Their Roles). 

John Bradley, Samwell Tarly, $100,000 Per Episode, 20 John Bradley, Samwell Tarly, $100,000 Per Episode, 20 John Bradley, Samwell 

Game of Thrones’ Sam Tarly Heartsbane That’s correct. On this list, the actor who plays Jon’s best friend gets the lowest wage. It does, however, make sense. Sam is a well-liked and well-known character, although he is not the most important. Despite the fact that his brilliance is frequently valuable to Jon and other people, he is not as well-known as, say, Daenerys or Tyrion. As a result, John Bradley, the actor who plays him, does not earn as much as the other performers on the show. Though it’s worth noting that this is merely an estimate, and his actual pay may be more. Regardless, his pay isn’t as great as Emilia Clarke’s (Daenerys Targaryen) or Peter Dinklage’s (Tyrion Lannister), for example. 

Rose Leslie, Ygritte, has a net worth of $4 million dollars. 

Jon Snow’s and Kit Harington’s love is likewise at the bottom of the list. Despite the fact that her Game of Thrones income is undisclosed, she has a net worth of $4 million. However, because her character, like Sam’s, was well-liked and well-known but not very well-known, we’re betting her pay was on the lower end of the scale. Keep in mind, though, that we have no idea what her income was and that it could have been more. However, because Ygritte isn’t a main character, we’re quite confident it wasn’t on the higher end of the spectrum. She was introduced in season two and was a popular character until she was killed off in season four, but she was not as well-known as Daenerys or Tyrion. 

Natalia Tena, Osha, is 18 years old and has a net worth of $5 million dollars. 

The Game of Thrones salary of Natalia Tena is unknown. Despite this, she has a net worth of $5 million. She is still near the bottom of the list. Her compensation is likely to be on the lower end of the scale because her character isn’t really essential. Even yet, we’re sure it’s a solid wage that has increased her net worth. Osha was one of the first season’s original characters. She became Bran and Rickon’s protector, and she defended Rickon until she was killed by Ramsay in season six. Despite her early appearance, she did not appear in every season of the show. She appeared in the first three seasons, but not the fourth or fifth. She reappeared for a brief time in season six before dying. 

That’s correct. Robb Stark ranks near the bottom of this ranking. At least, that’s what we believe. Though he has a net worth of $6 million, which was most certainly boosted by his time on Game of Thrones, the actor himself claims that his income on the show was not as great as many might imagine. As a result, he is at the bottom of the list. Madden claims that “when [he] signed up for [Game of Thrones], he was 22,” implying that he had no prior acting experience. As a result, he wasn’t well compensated. 

Given that he was a main character, this is a bit of a bummer. If Robb hadn’t been killed off during the notorious Red Wedding episode of season three, Madden might have been able to negotiate a larger wage, akin to Kit Harington and Emilia Clarke, who were also unknown actors before Game of Thrones. 

Conleth Hill, Varys, $100,000 Per Episode 16 Conleth Hill, Varys, $100,000 Per Episode 

As Varys, Conleth Hill In the HBO series Game of Thrones, Varys is another returning character from the first season. Because he is a more prominent figure than Osha, he is a little higher on the list. However, he is not as essential as characters such as Daenerys and Tyrion, which is why he is not as high on our list as they are. However, Conleth Hill, who plays Varys, earns a nice living. Game of Thrones values all of its great actors and, more than likely, ensures that they are compensated accordingly. It’s worth noting, however, that this figure is only a rough approximation of his income. We don’t know if his actual income is higher. However, we’re quite sure he doesn’t make as much money as performers like Emilia Clarke and Peter Dinklage who play key characters. 

Petyr Baelish, Aidan Gillen, $100,000 Per Episode 

Game of Thrones’ Petyr Baelish is played by Aidan Gillen. That’s correct. On the lower end of the list is everyone’s favorite schemer, dubbed “Littlefinger” by many Game of Thrones fans. This compensation is, once again, an estimate. We’re not sure if that’s his real pay. It’s possible that his actual pay is more. But we’re confident it’s not greater than others on this list, which is why he’s near the bottom. Another character who has been around since the first season is Petyr Baelish. Despite the fact that he was killed off at the end of season seven, his character was intriguing to the very end. He was the mastermind behind a number of different plots on the show before being brought down by the Stark sisters. 

Brienne Of Tarth, Gwendoline Christie, $100,000 Per Episode 

In Game Of Thrones, Gwendoline Christie plays Brienne of Tarth. Brienne of Tarth, who first appeared as a member of Renly Baratheon’s Kingsguard, is one of the most honorable characters in Game of Thrones. That’s unusual in a world like Westeros, where morally ambiguous characters abound. Gwendoline Christie, who plays her, is a great actress who earns a fair salary. This is, once again, an approximation of her pay. Her actual remuneration could be higher. We’re pretty sure it’s not more than the pay of more prominent characters, though. As a result, she is at the bottom of the list. Her pay is unlikely to be larger than that of Emilia Clarke or Peter Dinklage, for example. Or even Sophie Turner and Maisie Williams’ pay, as Brienna is usually in the background of the grand narrative. As a result, we are fairly confident in her ranking on the list. 

Missandei, Nathalie Emmanuel, $100,000 Per Episode 

Missandei began her life as a slave. She is now Daenerys Targaryen’s translator, friend, and trusted advisor. That’s a significant shift. Nathalie Emmanuel, who plays her, is a successful actress in her own right. She earns $100,000 per episode, which is a decent wage. However, this is merely a rough approximation of her earnings. Her actual remuneration could be substantially more. Though we’re quite sure it’s not as high as the incomes of Emilia Clarke and Peter Dinklage, for example. Or even Sophie Turner and Maisie Williams’ salaries. Emmanuel’s character, Missandei, is well-liked by fans and has been prominent since her debut in season three, although she does not play a main character and hence does not make as much as other Game of Thrones actors. 

Rory McCann and Sandor Clegane are paid $100,000 per episode. 

Sandor Clegane, also known as the Hound by Game of Thrones fans, has been a significant character since season one. He is a morally ambiguous character who is adored by many admirers. Sandor Clegane began his career as Joffrey Baratheon’s bodyguard before striking off on his own. He is now at Winterfell in Season 8, where he participated in the Battle of Winterfell against the White Walkers. Rory McCann, the actor who plays him, earns a high pay of $100,000 per episode. Again, we have no way of knowing if this is his true income. It’s possible that his true pay is substantially higher. However, we are reasonably certain that his pay is not larger than that of Emilia Clarke or Peter Dinklage, for example. Or even the salaries of Sophie Turner and Maisie Williams. 

Iain Glen in the role of Jorah Mormont In the HBO series Game of Thrones, Jorah Mormont is another character who has been around from the beginning of the series. He was exiled from Westeros as a disgraced former knight for selling people into slavery. To avoid being killed by Ned Stark, he fled Westeros. He encountered Daenerys Targaryen while in exile. He was first spying on her for Varys and Robert Baratheon, in the hopes of earning the right to return to Westeros. He eventually fell in love with Daenerys and began to truly serve her. He acquired greyscale, which Samwell Tarly eventually treated, and he rejoined Daenerys’ service. 

Iain Glen, the actor who plays him, earns a high pay of $100,000 per episode. This is merely a rough approximation. However, we are certain in his ranking on the list because he would not get paid more than Daenerys herself, Emilia Clarke, or other key characters like Arya (Maisie Williams) and Sansa (Sophie Turner) Stark. 

ten Natalie Dormer and Margaery Tyrell, each earning $100,000 every episode 

Margaery may have been a supporting character on the show, but it didn’t stop her from being a fan favorite, thanks to Natalie Dormer’s outstanding performance. Margaery first appeared in season two and was a major character until her death in season six. She was first presented as Renly Baratheon’s wife and the sister of well-known knight Loras Tyrell, before temporarily becoming Joffrey’s wife and subsequently Tommen’s. She was also Sansa’s buddy for a time, and we assume she taught Sansa something. 

In Game of Thrones, the Tyrells are a wealthy and powerful family, and Natalie Dormer is most likely not far behind them. She was paid $100,000 every episode, which was a respectable wage. This is, once again, an approximation of her pay. Her actual pay could have been significantly more. Though we’re quite sure she didn’t make any more than the actors that played prominent characters like Sophie Turner and Emilia Clarke. 

9 Alfie Allen, Theon Greyjoy, per episode $100,000 

Theon Greyjoy is played by Alfie Allen. In the HBO series Game of Thrones, Theon Greyjoy is a well-known character who has been present from the first season. He was once a Stark ward before betraying them and being taken by Ramsay Bolton. Ramsay was cruel to him. Theon, on the other hand, was able to redeem himself by assisting Sansa Stark in escaping Ramsay. He and his sister Yara offered Daenerys Targaryen their ships as well as their assistance in claiming the Iron Throne. It remains to be seen whether they will be effective or not. Alfie Allen, who plays Theon, earns a hefty pay of $100,000 every episode. This is, once again, a rough approximation of his pay. He could make a lot more money than this. We are convinced, though, that he does not earn more than, say, Peter Dinklage or Emilia Clarke. Or even Maisie Williams or Sophie Turner. 

8 Isaac Hempstead Wright, Bran Stark, each episode $175,000 

Bran is a pivotal figure in the story. He’s been on the show from the first season and is a member of the Stark family, which is at the center of it all. He, like the majority of the show’s characters, has been through a lot. Bran has been through a lot since he was thrown out of a window and almost killed off in season one. He also trained to be the Three Eyed Raven, which he used to help combat the Night King and his army of White Walkers. It’s no surprise, then, that Isaac Hempstead Wright, who plays Bran, earns a healthy $175,000 every episode. While he does not earn as much as the show’s projected leads, his salary is still respectable, indicating that his character is still vital to the plot. 

Sansa Stark, Sophie Turner, $175,000 per episode 

Sansa is a key character that has been around from the first season. She, like her brother Bran, has gone through a lot. She has undoubtedly suffered at the hands of those who held power over her, from Joffrey to Cersei to Ramsay. She’s become jaded and less trustworthy than she was before. Sansa is in such a bad situation. She deserved to be treated better. Thankfully, she has returned to Winterfell and is doing well for herself. She’s picked up tips from everyone she’s met, from Cersei to Margaery to Littlefinger. Sophie Turner, who plays Sansa, gets paid a hefty salary of $175,000 every episode. While she does not earn as much as, say, Kit Harrington or Lena Heady, she does earn a good living. Her pay reflects the fact that her character is significant, particularly in later seasons. 

Arya Stark, Maisie Williams, $175,000 per episode 

Maisie Williams is a British actress. Arya Stark is a character from the HBO series Game of Thrones. In the HBO series Game of Thrones, Arya, like her siblings, has been a part of the show since the beginning. She is a fan favorite figure and a member of House Stark. She, too, has endured hardship. She’s been on the run since the conclusion of season one, and she’s only managed to stay alive thanks to her sword-fighting training and wits. She went to Essos and learnt from the best how to be a kind of assassin. She’s now back in Winterfell and doing rather well for herself, having crossed off some of the names on her list. Maisie Williams, who plays Arya, gets paid a decent salary of $175,000 every episode. While she does not earn as much as Emilia Clarke or Peter Dinklage, she does earn a respectable salary. Her pay also reflects the fact that she has a notable personality. 

5 Cersei Lannister, Lena Headey, $500,000 Per Episode 

Lena Headey is a British actress. Game of Thrones’ Cersei Lannister Cersei is another character who has been around from the beginning of the series. However, many fans will be astonished to learn how important her character is behind the scenes. Cersei is a morally questionable figure who may perhaps be one of the show’s few villains. Her specific function is unknown because so much depends on what happens during Season 8, which is now running. She is, nonetheless, a fascinating character. Her goal has been to keep power for herself and her family from season one. Her family comprises of her, her brother/lover Jaime, and her children, in her mind. Unfortunately, all of her children died before the show’s seventh season. Lena Headey, who plays Cersei, is paid a hefty salary of $500,000 every episode. Her pay reflects the importance of her role, which may surprise some fans. 

4 Jaime Lannister, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, $500,000 Per Episode 

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) is a Game of Thrones’ Jaime Lannister Jaime is another character who has been on the show since the beginning. Jaime has always been a prominent character, despite the fact that some fans may be shocked by his prominence behind the scenes. Cersei’s brother, and until recently, her love. Jaime began as a conceited and self-centered character. While he is still morally ambiguous, he has redeemed himself from his previous actions during the show. He’s evolved into the type of character that fans adore rather than the type that they despise. Jaime has evolved from a person who no one trusts to a person who cannot be trusted. Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, who plays Jaime, earns a good pay of $500,000 every episode. His pay reflects the importance of his character, which may surprise some fans. 

3 Tyrion Lannister, Peter Dinklage, $500,000 Per Episode 

Dinklage, Peter Tyrion Lannister is a fictional character who appears in the HBO series Game of Thrones In the HBO series Game of Thrones, No one will be surprised by Tyrion’s significance in the plot. Tyrion is not only a popular character that has been around from the first season, but he is also a fan favorite. His brilliance and sense of humour make him a popular character among admirers. He, like many of the characters on Game of Thrones, is morally ambiguous. However, no one can deny that he is loved. He started out as a straightforward figure with hidden layers. As the show progressed, he transitioned from a womanizer with a golden heart to someone who had suffered and slowly recovered. He went from believing in nothing to becoming Daenerys Targaryen’s Hand of the Queen. It’s no surprise, then, that Peter Dinklage, who plays Tyrion, earns a nice salary of $500,000 every episode. His pay reflects the value he places on his reputation. 

2. $500,000 each episode for Kit Harington’s Jon Snow 

Some fans will be surprised by Jon Snow’s significance in the tale, but not many. Jon has been a main character since the first season. In Game of Thrones, he is perhaps one of the most honorable characters. He is unconcerned about power and only wishes to assist people to the best of his ability. Jon was raised as Ned Stark’s illegitimate child, though he now knows who his true parents are. However, because of his upbringing, he is frequently an outcast among the Starks. He grew up feeling a little left out as a result of his environment, despite the fact that he was loved by his brothers, notably Robb and Arya, and his adopted father, Ned Stark. He became a member of the Night’s Watch in season one and remained with them until his death in season five. Melisandre brought him back during season six, and he is still alive today. As a result, such a significant figure merits a big compensation. So it’s understandable that Kit Harington is paid $500,000 every episode. 

Daenerys Targaryen, Emilia Clarke, $500,000 per episode 

Game of Thrones Season 8 Episode 2 Vertical Daenerys No one should be surprised by Daenerys’ prominence in the plot. She has been a main character and a fan favorite since the first season. Her idealistic character, along with her ruthlessness when needed, has made her a fan favorite. She began as a weak and timid figure who gradually became more powerful. She seemed to get stronger with each passing season. She’s currently at the pinnacle of her power. It remains to be seen if she will succeed to the Iron Throne, but she is undoubtedly a memorable character who will be remembered long after the program has ended. It’s no surprise, then, that Emilia Clarke, who plays Daenerys, gets paid a high salary of $500,000 per episode.