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HBO Unveils First Trailer for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms at NYCC, Sets Jan. 18, 2026 Premiere

The series emphasizes a grounded, faithful adaptation of The Hedge Knight under George R. R. Martin and showrunner Ira Parker.

Overview

  • HBO debuted the first full look during its New York Comic Con panel, confirming the six-episode, half-hour season.
  • New installments will stream weekly on HBO and HBO Max beginning Jan. 18, 2026, in a story set about a century before Game of Thrones.
  • Peter Claffey stars as Ser Duncan “Dunk” the Tall with Dexter Sol Ansell as Egg, who is secretly Prince Aegon Targaryen.
  • Ira Parker describes a low-magic, character-first approach, including a simplified title card designed to reflect Dunk’s unflashy perspective.
  • The trailer spotlights the Ashford Meadow tourney and brings back House Tyrell, introducing Steve Wall as Lord Leo “Longthorn” Tyrell.