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‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Releases Episode 2, Strengthening Lore Links and a Smaller-Scale Tone

The prequel adopts a lighter, character‑first lens, with weekly releases underway plus a second season already ordered.

Overview

  • Episode 2 is now available on HBO and HBO Max on Sundays at 10 p.m. ET/PT, with UK availability on Sky/NOW the following day, and the six‑episode season scheduled to conclude on Feb. 22.
  • The series unfolds roughly a century before Game of Thrones, using recognizable history and figures to connect timelines without relying on dragons or palace intrigue.
  • New installments introduce key Targaryen princes, including Baelor and Maekar, further situating the story within established Westerosi lineage.
  • Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell lead as Dunk and Egg, with supporting turns from Daniel Ings, Bertie Carvel, Sam Spruell and Finn Bennett.
  • Early coverage highlights a warmer tone focused on ‘small folk’ and mentorship, while noting selective adaptation choices from the novellas and confirming HBO’s season‑two renewal.