A newly surfaced behind-the-scenes video from the upcoming horror film The Dreadful has ignited widespread conversation online — not merely for its eerie premise, but for an unexpected on-screen reunion. The clip features former Game of Thrones co-stars Sophie Turner and Kit Harington filming an intimate kissing scene, a moment that has surprised fans given their long history portraying siblings on television.
Turner and Harington famously played Sansa Stark and Jon Snow, respectively, on Game of Thrones for eight seasons. Their characters were widely believed to be half-siblings for much of the series, forming a complex family bond that became central to the show’s storyline. As a result, seeing the two actors share a romantic moment in a different project has understandably caught viewers off guard.
The behind-the-scenes footage, shared by Entertainment Tonight, shows the pair preparing for and filming a kiss. After the scene wraps, Turner appears to gag playfully, creating an awkward yet humorous moment on set. The reaction seemed genuine and underscored how unusual the situation felt for both actors, considering their years of portraying on-screen siblings.
The Dreadful, set in the 15th century, follows Anne, played by Turner, who lives on the fringes of society alongside her mother-in-law, Morwen. Their isolated existence is disrupted when a mysterious man from Anne’s past — portrayed by Harington — re-enters her life. His arrival triggers a series of unsettling events that unravel Anne’s fragile world. The film is written and directed by Natasha Kermani and also stars Marcia Gay Harden, Laurence O’Fuarain and Jonathan Howard in key roles.
Turner has previously spoken about the awkwardness of filming romantic scenes with Harington. During an appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, she revealed that she had initially sent the script to him without fully registering the romantic nature of their characters’ relationship. According to Turner, Harington responded by pointing out that the project would be “really weird” for them, given their shared television history.
She admitted that it was only upon revisiting the script that she noticed how many romantic scenes were written between their characters. The realization struck her abruptly, leading to a moment of comic disbelief. Turner joked that when they arrived on set to film their first kissing scene, both actors struggled to keep their composure, describing the experience as “vile” and deeply uncomfortable — though clearly shared in good humor.
Harington later shared his own perspective in an interview with E! News, echoing similar sentiments. He explained that when he read the script, he immediately recognized the romantic dynamic between the characters. While he admitted feeling odd about the situation, he ultimately viewed the project as an opportunity to reunite professionally with Turner. Despite the initial discomfort, he expressed appreciation for the chance to collaborate with her again.
Their candid reflections have added an extra layer of intrigue to The Dreadful, which blends psychological tension with historical horror elements. While the film’s storyline promises suspense and drama, the real-life dynamic between its leads has become a talking point among fans of Game of Thrones.
Set for a theatrical release on February 20, The Dreadful is already generating buzz — not only for its chilling narrative but also for the unexpected reunion of two actors whose on-screen sibling bond has now transformed into something entirely different.