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  == TV adaptation ==
  Charles Dance plays the role of Tywin Lannister in the television series.
  Tywin Lannister is played by Charles Dance in the television adaption of the series of books. Dance has received positive reviews for his role as Tywin in the TV series. Clive James described his portrayal as "not only the best role of its kind that Dance has ever had; it is the best role of its kind that anyone has ever had". Dance was cast off of his performance in Alien 3. 