Game of Thrones may have ended, but a series of prequel series are keeping its world alive. Fans are already enjoying a deep dive into the rise and fall of House Targaryen through House of the Dragon. And now, it's about time for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, another Game of Thrones prequel series, to take the spotlight.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Could Run For 10 Seasons, Longer Than Game of Thrones
George R.R. Martin gave A Knight of the Seven Kingdom's showrunner 10 to 12 outlines so HBO can finish the series before GRRM writes more books.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is based on George R.R. Martin's fantasy novellas, Tales of Dunk and Egg. The TV adaptation was announced back in 2021, and ever since then, fans have been eagerly waiting to witness this new tale. Well, the first episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is almost here, and HBO has confirmed the exact release time of the series premiere.
When Does A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms Come Out?
Episode 1 Of The Anticipated Series Will Arrive This Weekend
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 1 will premiere on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 10 pm ET/PT on HBO. HBO Max subscribers can also stream the first episode at the same time. It has been a long wait, but you'll get to experience the story of Ser Duncan the Tall in a few days.
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Episode 1 |
42 Minutes |
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Episode 2 |
33 Minutes |
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Episode 3 |
31 Minutes |
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Episode 4 |
34 Minutes |
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Episode 5 |
37 Minutes |
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Episode 6 |
31 Minutes |
The first season of the upcoming GOT prequel series will feature six episodes, and each episode will follow the same release schedule. Some fans might think that the episode will air on HBO pretty late, but take relief in the fact that every episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has a runtime of less than an hour. The first episode will be the longest, at 42 minutes, but every subsequent episode will be shorter.
A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms Is Set 90 Years Before Game Of Thrones
AKOTSK Begins In 209 AC (After Aegon's Conquest)
This is the lingering question that every Game of Thrones fan may ask while watching A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms. Well, the first season of the upcoming prequel series will be based on The Hedge Knight, which is set around 90 years before the events of Game of Thrones. When you compare it to House of the Dragon, AKOTSK is set roughly 75-78 years after the event that we all know as the Dance of the Dragons.
The story of A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms is set in an era ruled by Aerys I Targaryen. This is one of the most peaceful times in the history of Westeros, which makes it perfect for Ser Duncan the Tall to carry on his adventures and change his fortunes. The fact that it is a peaceful era set after the Dance of the Dragons means that there will be no dragons.
Of course, some GOT fans might expect to see deadly, large-scale battles, but it's not that kind of story. Sure, the series maintains that dark, gritty tone, and while it is called a "peaceful era," we all know that Westeros will always be harsh and violent. Instead of featuring dangers like White Walkers or large-scale battles, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms will center mostly around the personal struggles of Ser Duncan the Tall as he ventures forth with his squire, Egg.
- Release Date
- January 25, 2026
- Network
- HBO
- Showrunner
- Ira Parker
- Directors
- Owen Harris
- Writers
- George R. R. Martin, Ira Parker
WHERE TO WATCH
- Cast
- Peter Claffey, Dexter Sol Ansell, Daniel Ings, Henry Ashton, Edward Ashley, Shaun Thomas, Sam Spruell, Finn Bennett, Bertie Carvel, Ross Anderson, Danny Collins, Daniel Monks, Tom Vaughan-Lawlor, Carla Harrison-Hodge, Jenna Boyd, Danny Webb, Tanzyn Crawford
- Franchise(s)
- Game of Thrones
- Main Genre
- Fantasy
- Seasons
- 1
- Producers
- Layla Blackman, Lisa Byrne
- Streaming Service(s)
- MAX
- Creator(s)
- George R. R. Martin, Ira Parker
- Release Window
- 2026
- Executive Producer(s)
- George R. R. Martin, Sarah Bradshaw, Vince Gerardis, Ryan J. Condal, Ira Parker, Owen Harris
