Game Of Thrones Season 5: 10 Perfect Castings We'd Love To See

2. Lollys Stokeworth - Melanie Lynskey

As we've recently learned, Bronn the Sellsword is going to be married. Lollys Stokeworth and her fortune are his reward for not helping Tyrion when he demands a trial by combat. She's most often described as overweight, placid, and a little slow. And honestly, since it's not likely to be a huge role and it is a rather specific physical type, this might be an instance in which it might be best to go for an unknown actress who really fits. But if they're determined to have someone with more of a name (and let's face it, are probably willing to negotiate a little bit on size), then Melanie Lynskey seems like she would be wonderful. No she's not overweight, but she could definitely play the part of the slightly dull, pliant wife. She's a fantastic actress, and the kind of person who can take a role like this and really build it into something substantial. Especially given the circumstances of Lollys' pregnancy, there are complexities to the seemingly simple character that are just waiting to be explored.
Contributor
Contributor

Audrey Fox is an ex-film student, which means that she prefers to spend her days in the dark, watching movies and pondering the director's use of diegetic sound. She currently works as an entertainment writer, joyfully rambling about all things film and television related. Add her on Twitter at @audonamission and check out her film blog at 1001moviesandbeyond.com.