A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: A New Quest in Westeros
The highly anticipated full trailer for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has finally been released, offering a new and surprising adventure in the world crafted by George R.R. Martin. While the trailer showcases the familiar elements of noble families and fierce battles in the style of Game of Thrones, it also hints at a buddy comedy-style narrative. With the tagline “A Journey Far From the Throne,” the series promises a more personal and intimate story.
This new HBO series is set in the period between the events of House of the Dragon and Game of Thrones, focusing on the escapades of Ser Duncan the Tall and his young squire, Egg, rather than the political turmoil between the great houses.
Here is a comprehensive overview of everything we currently know about this new fantasy series based on George R.R. Martin’s beloved work.
Release Date of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, featuring the tales of Dunk and Egg, is set to premiere on HBO Max on Sunday, 18 January 2026. Subscriptions to the service start at $10.99 per month for ad-supported viewing.
For fans in the UK, the series will be available on Sky Atlantic and the streaming service Now. Now subscriptions start at £9.99 per month for an Entertainment Membership, with discounted rates available for longer commitment periods.
Filming for the series commenced in June 2024, originally scheduled for a summer 2025 release on HBO Max but later postponed.
Plot of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
The new series is based on George R.R. Martin’s Tales of Dunk and Egg, focusing on the adventures of the knight Ser Duncan the Tall, known as Dunk, and his loyal squire, Egg (later King Aegon V Targaryen).
Set 72 years after the events of House of the Dragon and 90 years before Game of Thrones, the series is expected to adapt the first tale, The Hedge Knight, which follows Dunk and Egg’s meeting and their encounter with Prince Aerion Targaryen.
The official description of the show reads:
“A century before the events of Game of Thrones, two unlikely heroes wandered Westeros … a young, naive but courageous knight, Ser Duncan the Tall, and his diminutive squire, Egg. Set in an age when the Targaryen line still holds the Iron Throne and the memory of the last dragon has not yet passed from living memory, great destinies, powerful foes, and dangerous exploits all await these improbable and incomparable friends.”
George R.R. Martin has expressed his vision for the adaptation, stating that the Dunk & Egg novellas are rich narratives akin to the main series and that the goal is to faithfully bring these tales to the screen.
Cast and Crew of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
The show’s executive producers include George R.R. Martin, Ira Parker, who previously wrote for House of the Dragon, and Ryan Condal, the showrunner of House of the Dragon. Martin and Parker are also involved as writers for the series.
Sarah Adina Smith directs three of the six episodes in the series.
Several actors have been announced for the show, including:
- Peter Claffey as Ser Duncan the Tall
- Dexter Sol Ansell as Egg
- Bertie Carvel as Baelor Targaryen
- Sam Spruell as Maekar Targaryen
- Finn Bennett as Aerion Targaryen
- Tanzyn Crawford as Tanselle
- Daniel Ings as Ser Lyonel Baratheon
Trailer for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
Yes, there are trailers available for the series. Check out the final trailer and the first teaser below:
Season 2 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
Season 2 is already in production and is set to begin filming in December, with a scheduled release in 2027, according to Variety.
Other Game of Thrones Prequels
Aside from A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, the only other available Game of Thrones prequel is House of the Dragon, which premiered its second season last year.
HBO also has plans for a series based on the Aegon Conquest, set 300 years before the events of Game of Thrones.
House of the Dragon, the highly anticipated show, will delve into the arrival of Aegon Targaryen, along with his sister wives Rhaenys and Visenya, and their formidable dragons in the land of Westeros.
In addition to this epic saga, fans can look forward to a spin-off centered around Lord Corlys Velaryon, a prominent figure in House of the Dragon. Titled “Nine Voyages,” this series will chronicle his daring voyages to the most enigmatic corners of the world.
Another prequel in the works is “10,000 Ships,” which will recount the remarkable exploits of Princess Nymeria, who existed a millennium before the events of Game of Thrones. Following the conquest of her realm, Rhoyne, by the Valyrians, Nymeria led a massive fleet to Dorne, where she forged an alliance through marriage with a member of House Martell.
Expanding the universe even further, HBO is developing an animated series set in Yi Ti, a lush and mysterious land in Essos that draws parallels to medieval China as envisioned by George R.R. Martin.
For fans eager to explore more of the rich history and diverse cultures within the world of Game of Thrones, these upcoming projects promise to deliver enthralling narratives and captivating visuals.
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