HBO has released a trailer for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and fans are wondering about the timeline of the new Game of Thrones spin-off. Considering the dense lore of the franchise, it could be quite confusing where the story stands in the series. Furthermore, fans are also wondering about the release date.
So, here are all the details that the viewers need to know about the upcoming HBO series.
When is A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms set in Game of Thrones timeline?
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms takes place in 209 AC, roughly 100 years before the events of Game of Thrones (which begin in 298 AC). Its timeline places it in the center of the former series and after the events of House of the Dragon (which ends in 129 AC). The show depicts a Westeros where dragons have disappeared, but the Targaryens still rule the Seven Kingdoms.
When is A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ release date
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is scheduled to premiere on January 18, 2026, on HBO Max. The series will consist of six episodes, with expectations of more seasons to come.
What plot will A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms follow?
The show adapts “Tales of Dunk and Egg” novellas by George R. R. Martin. It centers around the adventures of Ser Duncan the Tall (Dunk) and his young squire Egg (Aegon V Targaryen, Daenerys Targaryen’s grandfather).
The novellas consist of three books, and season 1 will closely adapt the first book, “The Hedge Knight.” Contrary to the larger-than-life dragon fights and supernatural beings, the story focuses more on a grittier and grounded tone of the medieval era.
The show’s cast includes Peter Claffey, Dexter Sol Ansell, Sam Spruell, Daniel Ings, and Finn Bennett, among many others. George R. R. Martin returns to the franchise as the show’s co-producer and co-creator, along with Ira Parker. The first three episodes are reported to be directed by Owen Harris, known for series like Black Mirror.
