Although there are already official images of the series, HBO refers to the premiere of this planned series based on the stories of George RR Martin
The expectation of returning to Poniente extends more than we thought. HBO decided to delay the premiere of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knightthe second spin-off of game of Thronesto him Winter of 2026. And no, it is not a strategic dragon game or a whim of White Walkers, but a decision announced during a presentation of the discovery of Warner Bros. who left many fans with the Hype on pause.
In this first glance, which was shown in an event for the advertisers of New York, The trailer closed with a simple and devastating word: “2026”. Shortly thereafter, Casey Bloys, CEO of HBO Content, has perfected a little more and confirmed that the series would arrive in winter, which suggests a premiere in January or February of that year. But there is still no concrete date. And yes, this means that we will have to put patience together.
The return expected to Poniente
The series, based on the famous short novels of Dunk y egg Written by George RR Martin, it will transport us 90 years before the events of game of Thrones. In this new story we will meet Be duncan el alto (dunk)A noble gentleman albeit without resources, already his peculiar scudiero Eggwhich is actually nothing more than The future King Aegon against Targaryen.
With a format of Six episodes miniseries, A knight of the seven kingdoms promises a more intimate and adventurous tone, far from the epic conflicts of The Dragon House or the political rawness of game of Thrones. Instead, this adaptation will focus An unlikely friendship And at the beginning of a legend that will mark the history of the seven kingdoms.
Peter Clarfey will give life to crushWhile Dexter Sol Ansell will play the egg. Are added Finn Bennett, Bertie Carvel Y Daniel IssIn articles not yet revealed, but this will certainly add layers of intrigues and dramas to this new adventure through the western paths.
The blessing of its creator
George RR Martin has already seen the six episodes and has given his blessingWhich is a relief by taking into account how demanding it is usually with the adaptations of his works. In his personal blog, the author wrote: “It is faithful as a reasonable man who could expect (and you already know how reasonable I am on these problems)”. Coming to him, it is a fairly enthusiastic statement.
Although we have not yet been able to see the official trailer, we have some First promotional images This suggests a warmer and more nostalgic visual approach, which contrasts with the majestic and overwhelming style of other series of the universe. A snack to calm anxiety.
The series will be the Second official HBO incursion in the spin-offs of game of ThronesAfter the success of Dragon housewhose third season is already in production. Although other projects relating to the universe of George RR Martin have been deleted or postponed (such as the Jon Snow series that is said), A knight of the seven kingdoms He managed to stand up and go on, albeit slowly.
This delay, of course, He did not sit too well among the community of fanswho had already had his eyes on the calendar of Max previews (yes, the service was called HBO Max, in another curious tour of the destination). Many expected this new story to arrive at the end of 2025, closing the year with something epic. But it seems that winter will be implored.
In the meantime, it is worth reviewing the original stories on which this series is based. Published under the title Dunk and egg storiesThese short novels offer a fascinating look at a lesser known but equally rich world was the western world. An ideal reading to keep the flame alive Until the arrival of the television adaptation.
And if you are not immersed in the extended universe of Song of ice and fireThis is a good time to do it. Because if George RR Martin taught us, it is Each epic story begins with small steps. And this, without a doubt, has all the ingredients to become a new favorite.