A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 1 – Seven Kingdoms is a new series from HBO. It is set in the same world as Game of Thrones, but the story takes place many years earlier. Season 1 will focus on the characters Dunk and Egg.
The show is based on the Dunk and Egg stories written by George R.R. Martin. Film has already started and casting details are slowly being shared. Below, you can check the full cast list of characters and the latest release date of episodes for Season 1.
A new knight rises in westeros and his journey is about to begin.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 1 Story Overview
This show feels different from other Westeros stories. It has more humour and light moments. It does not feel as dark as Game of Thrones. Dunk is easy to like from the start. He has great chemistry with Egg. But they meet again only after about 35 minutes.
The main event is a big tournament. It will drive most of the action in the series. But the story outside the tournament also flows well. Dunk is honest and kind. People in Westeros do not take him seriously yet. They see him as an untested hedge knight. Still, his good nature wins respect slowly. The episode leaves many questions. But it keeps the charm of the original novellas. So far, the show feels warm and engaging.
- The Hedge Knight – Premiered January 18, 2026
- Hard Salt Beef – Premiered January 25, 2026
- The Squire – Premiered February 1, 2026
- Seven – Premiered February 6, 2026 (moved to Friday to avoid Super Bowl clash)
- The Trial of Seven – Premiered February 15, 2026
- The Laughing Storm – Premiered February 22, 2026 (Season Finale)
Seven Kingdoms Season 1 Cast & Characters Details
Below is the confirmed cast list of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 1.
| Actor / Cast Name | Character Role |
|---|---|
| Peter Claffey | Ser Duncan ‘Dunk’ the Tall |
| Dexter Sol Ansell | Egg |
| Daniel Ings | Ser Lyonel ‘The Laughing Storm’ Baratheon |
| Bertie Carvel | Prince Baelor ‘Breakspear’ Targaryen |
| Shaun Thomas | Ser Raymun ‘The Reluctant’ Fossoway |
| Finn Bennett | Prince Aerion ‘Brightflame’ Targaryen |
| Ross Anderson | Ser Humfrey Hardyng |
| Edward Ashley | Ser Steffon Fossoway |
| Danny Webb | Ser Arlan of Pennytree |
| Sam Spruell | Prince Maekar Targaryen |
| Tanzyn Crawford | Tanselle |
| Henry Ashton | Prince Daeron ‘the Drunken’ Targaryen |
| Daniel Monks | Ser Manfred Dondarrion |
| Paul Hunter | Lord Ashford |
| Cara Harris | Lady Gwin |
| Youssef Kerkour | Steely Pate |
| Tom Vaughan‑Lawlor | Plummer |
| William Houston | Ser Robyn Rhysling |
| Steve Wall | Leo ‘Longthorn’ Tyrell |
| Danny Collins | Ser Humfrey Beesbury |
| Rowan Robinson | Red |
| Russell Simpson | Lord Medgar Tully |
| Donal O’Hanlon | Ashford Herald |
| Bamber Todd | Young Dunk |
| Jenna Boyd | Innkeeper / Fortune Teller |
| Oscar Morgan | Valarr Targaryen |
| Wade Briggs | Ser Roland Crakehall |
| Bill Ward | Ser Donnel of Duskendale |
| Abigail O’Regan | Daisy |
| David Pearse | Ser Samwell |
| Carla Harrison‑Hodge | Beony |
For the complete and verified Cast & Crew details of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 1 (2026), visit the official IMDb page: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 1 (2026) IMDb
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 1 Release date
Season 1 premiered on 18 January 2026 in the US. It released on HBO and HBO Max. In India, it premiered on 19 January 2026. It streams on JioHotstar.
- Season 1 has 6 episodes. Episodes release weekly.
- 6th Episode is on 22 February 2026.
The story is set in Westeros. It takes place about 100 years before Game of Thrones. It follows knights and adventures in the Seven Kingdoms.
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Dunk and Egg Series
- The Hedge Knight (1998)
George R. R. Martin’s Dunk meets Egg and enters a tourney at Ashford Meadow.
- The Sworn Sword (2003)
Dunk serves under Ser Eustace Osgrey during a land dispute.
- The Mystery Knight (2010)
Dunk and Egg stumble into a conspiracy at a wedding tourney.
FAQs: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 1
Q1. Is A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms coming out?
Ans. Yes. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 1 premiered on 18 January 2026 in the US on HBO and HBO Max. In India, it premiered on 19 January 2026 on JioHotstar.
Q2. Did HBO announce that A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms would debut in 2025?
Ans. HBO announced the project earlier and confirmed development around 2025. Filming began that year, leading to the 2026 release. The series is based on stories by George R. R. Martin.
Q3. What will A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms be about?
Ans. It is set about 100 years before Game of Thrones. It follows Ser Duncan the Tall (Dunk) and his squire Egg. They travel across Westeros, facing tournaments and politics. Season 1 shows Dunk becoming a true knight. It also shows his growing bond with Egg.
Q4. How is A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms related to Game of Thrones?
Ans. It is a prequel in the same world of Westeros. It adapts Martin’s Dunk and Egg novellas: The Hedge Knight, The Sworn Sword, The Mystery Knight. The tone is lighter and more character-focused. It has less darkness than Game of Thrones.
