David Benioff Quotes

A collection of quotes by David Benioff.

David Benioff is an American author, screenwriter, and television producer, best known for his work as the co-creator and showrunner of the critically acclaimed television series "Game of Thrones." Born on September 25, 1970, in New York City, Benioff grew up in a family deeply involved in the arts.

After completing his education at Dartmouth College and earning a Master of Fine Arts degree in creative writing from the University of California, Irvine, Benioff ventured into novel writing, penning his debut book, "The 25th Hour," in 2001. The novel was later adapted into a film directed by Spike Lee, further establishing Benioff's reputation as a skilled storyteller.

However, Benioff catapulted to international fame when he adapted and co-created the HBO series "Game of Thrones" alongside D.B. Weiss. The fantasy drama, based on George R.R. Martin's series of novels, became a cultural phenomenon, garnering widespread critical acclaim and a massive fan following. Benioff and Weiss served as the showrunners for the series, which concluded in 2019 after eight successful seasons.

Aside from his work on "Game of Thrones," David Benioff has also written screenplays for several Hollywood films, including "Troy" and "X-Men Origins: Wolverine." His talent for crafting compelling narratives and his ability to bring intricate fictional worlds to life have solidified his position as one of the most prominent figures in contemporary television and film.

I'm just not a natural teacher.

I'm just not a natural teacher.

David Benioff


That is the way we decided to talk, free and easy, two young

That is the way we decided to talk, free and easy, two young men discussing a boxing match. That was the only way to talk. You couldn't let too much truth seep into your conversation, you couldn't admit with your mouth what your eyes had seen. If you opened the door even a centimeter, you would smell the rot outside and hear the screams. You did not open the door. You kept your mind on the tasks of the day, the hunt for food and water and something to burn, and you saved the rest for the end of the war.

David Benioff

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?I was cursed with the pessimism of both the Russians and th

?I was cursed with the pessimism of both the Russians and the Jews two of the gloomiest tribes in the world. Still if there wasn't greatness in me maybe I had the talent to recognize it in others even in the most irritating others.

David Benioff

History Inspirational Pessimism Russia Story Jews World War Ii Russian City Of Thieves Jewish Ww2

But in a 24-hour day, the 25th hour is also the impossible h

But in a 24-hour day, the 25th hour is also the impossible hour, an hour that doesn't exist, that can only be created by the imagination.

David Benioff

Imagination