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  ==TV adaptation==
  Joe Dempsie plays the role of Gendry in the television series ''Game of Thrones''.
  Gendry is played by Joe Dempsie in the television adaption of the series of books. Explaining how he got cast for the role:
  When I was cast as Gendry, I didn't have any of the physical attributes the part required. I was astounded that I got the role, to be honest. But David and Dan said, "We need to dye ''sic'' his hair black ... and it'd be great you hit the gym before we start filming." So I was told to get in shape.
  Dempsie has received positive reviews for his performance as Gendry in the television series. He and the rest of the cast were nominated for Screen Actors Guild Awards for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series in 2014.