HBO Renews "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" Early for Season Two
The company announced the show's renewal two months before the release of the first season.
The premiere of the first season of "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" is almost two months away, but HBO has already renewed the project for a second season. The sequel will be released in 2027, which will ensure a relatively short break between seasons — a rare occurrence for projects in the "Game of Thrones" universe.
This pace of production was probably made possible by the format: each season includes six half-hour episodes, rather than eight to ten hour-long episodes, as in other series in the franchise.
The renewal was confirmed by Casey Bloys, head of HBO, during a presentation in New York. Along with "House of the Dragon," which was also renewed early for a fourth season, the series will be part of the studio's long-term strategy to develop the universe of George R. R. Martin.
"A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" is based on a series of novellas about the adventures of the wandering knight Dunk and his squire Egg — the future King Aegon V Targaryen. The events take place approximately ninety years before the original "Game of Thrones" and fifty years after the extinction of the dragons. Unlike "House of the Dragon," the new project promises a more intimate scale and a softer tone — it is described as a "knightly tale of friendship and courage."
The main roles are played by Peter Claffey (Ser Duncan the Tall) and Dexter Sol Ansell (Egg). The cast also includes Daniel Ings, Bertie Carvel, and Tanzin Crawford. Ira Parker is the showrunner, and George Martin and Vince Gerardis are among the producers.
The first season will premiere on January 18, 2026 on HBO and the Max service.
The trailer is available at the following link.
