Game of Thrones fans, rejoice! HBO has officially confirmed that its upcoming spin-off series, ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’, will premiere in January 2026. The announcement was made along with a captivating new poster featuring the tagline — “A Tall Tale That Became Legend.”
The poster sets the tone for an epic medieval saga filled with adventure, courage, and the legacy of the Targaryens. The creators captioned the reveal with, “This Winter, Spring is Coming. #AKnightoftheSevenKingdoms premieres January, only on @hbomax. #NYCC.”
Fans React with Excitement
As soon as the announcement dropped, fans flooded social media with enthusiasm. One user wrote, “My favourite Game of Thrones story right here. Can’t wait!!!” while another commented, “Everybody wake up, WINTER IS COMING.”
Earlier this year, Warner Bros. Discovery executives hinted that the series might be delayed until 2026, and now the timeline is officially confirmed.
Storyline: Dunk and Egg’s Legendary Journey
Adapted from George R. R. Martin’s novella “The Hedge Knight”, the show follows the adventures of Ser Duncan the Tall (played by Peter Claffey) and his squire Egg (portrayed by Dexter Sol Ansell).
The story takes place 100 years before the events of Game of Thrones and a century after House of the Dragon, exploring the early Targaryen dynasty through new perspectives.
Targaryen Legacy Continues
As Dunk and Egg travel across Westeros, they will cross paths with key members of the Targaryen family — Prince Aerion Targaryen, Prince Baelor Targaryen, and Prince Maekar Targaryen.
According to the official synopsis quoted by Variety:
“A century before the events of Game of Thrones, two unlikely heroes wandered Westeros… a young, naive but courageous knight, Ser Duncan the Tall, and his diminutive squire, Egg. Set in an age when the Targaryen line still holds the Iron Throne, great destinies, powerful foes, and dangerous exploits all await these improbable and incomparable friends.”
What to Expect
With its rich lore, compelling characters, and the grandeur of Westeros, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms promises to deliver the magic that made Game of Thrones a global phenomenon. Fans now eagerly await HBO’s official trailer and confirmed premiere date.
This Winter, Spring is Coming.#AKnightoftheSevenKingdoms premieres January, only on @hbomax. #NYCC pic.twitter.com/zq3wcztM37
— Game of Thrones (@GameOfThrones) October 6, 2025
