He game of Thrones The universe is expanding once again with A Knight of the Seven Kingdomsa highly anticipated prequel series premiering January 18, 2026 on HBO and HBO Max.
Based on George R.R. Martin Dunk and Egg Tales As novellas, the new series takes a different approach than previous Westeros stories.
Instead of massive wars and dragons, the show focuses on a smaller, more personal journey driven by character and adventure.
Set almost 90 years before the events of game of ThronesThe story takes place while the Targaryens still sit on the Iron Throne and dragons become legends.
The series follows Ser Duncan the Tall, a traveling knight-errant with strong moral values, and his young squire Egg, who is secretly Aegon Targaryen, a prince with a powerful future.
As Dunk and Egg travel through the Seven Kingdoms, they move between tournaments, villages, and royal courts, meeting nobles and commoners alike.
Their journeys slowly draw them into hidden political tensions and power struggles, while their mentor-student bond forms the emotional heart of the series.
Peter Claffey plays Ser Duncan the Tall, with Dexter Sol Ansell playing Egg. The supporting cast includes Finn Bennett, Bertie Carvel, Daniel Ings, Tanzyn Crawford and Sam Spruell.
Season 1 will consist of six episodes, offering a focused, character-driven story while maintaining the richness of world-building that fans have come to expect.
HBO has already renewed the series for a second season, indicating great confidence in the show’s future.
