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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms(TV series)

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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
Created byGeorge R. R. Martin
Based onTales of Dunk and Egg
by George R. R. Martin
Starring
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
Production
Executive producers
  • George R. R. Martin
  • Ira Parker
  • Ryan Condal
  • Vince Gerardis
  • Owen Harris
  • Sarah Bradshaw
Production company
Original release
Network
Related
Game of Thrones
House of the Dragon

A Knight of the Seven Kingdomsis an upcoming Americanfantasydramatelevision series created byGeorge R. R. Martin.AprequeltoGame of Thrones(2011–2019), it is set to be the third television series in theA Song of Ice and Firefranchise. It uses Martin'sTales of Dunk and Eggnovellas as its basis. It starsPeter Claffeyas Ser Duncan the Tall, the titular hedge knight, andDexter Sol Ansellas Egg.

The series comprises six episodes to be released onHBOandMaxin 2025.

Cast[edit]

  • Peter Claffeyas Dunk/Ser Duncan the Tall, a hedge knight of humble origin.
  • Dexter Sol Ansellas Aegon "Egg" Targaryen, a prince of the Targaryen dynasty and Ser Duncan's squire.
  • Finn Bennettas Aerion "Brightflame" Targaryen, Egg's older brother.
  • Bertie Carvelas Baelor "Breakspear" Targaryen, the heir to the Iron Throne, Hand of the King to Daeron II and Aerion and Egg's uncle.
  • Tanzyn Crawford as Tanselle, a Dornish puppeteer.
  • Daniel Ingsas Ser Lyonel Baratheon, a knight known as the "Laughing Storm" and the heir to Storm's End.
  • Sam Spruellas Maekar Targaryen, the Prince of Summerhall, Baelor's younger brother and Aerion and Egg's father.

Production[edit]

Show creator and executive producerGeorge R. R. Martin

Development[edit]

HBOannounced that it was developing a new televisionprequelseries toGame of Thronesin January 2021. The series follows the adventures of Ser Duncan the Tall and a youngAegon V Targaryen,nicknamed Egg, and is based on the novellas byGeorge R. R. Martinthat constitute theTales of Dunk and Egg,taking place 90 years beforeA Song of Ice and Fire.[1]There were reports thatSteven Conradwas hired to write for the series in November 2021.[2]The series received an official order fromHBOin April 2023.[3]By then, Martin had already written the script for a pilot episode.[4]Casting began in October 2023 with plans to begin filming in 2024.[5]By February 2024,Warner Bros. DiscoveryCEODavid Zaslavconfirmed that the series had begun pre-production and that Martin was serving as creator and executive producer.[6]

In May,Owen Harriswas hired to direct the first three episodes of the series and serve as an executive producer, setting the tone for the series.[7]That June,Sarah Adina Smithwas announced to direct three of the six episodes of the first season.[8][9]

Casting[edit]

In April 2024, the lead roles were cast withPeter Claffeyas Ser Duncan the Tall andDexter Sol Ansellas Egg.[10]In June, it was announced thatFinn Bennett,Bertie Carvel,Tanzyn Crawford,Daniel Ings,andSam Spruellhad joined the cast as Prince Aerion Targaryen, Prince Baelor Targaryen, Tanselle, Ser Lyonel Baratheon, and Prince Maekar Targaryen, respectively.[8][9]

Filming[edit]

Production began in June 2024 inBelfast,Northern Ireland.[8]

Release[edit]

The series is set to be released onHBOandMaxin early 2025 and will consist of six episodes.[11][7]

References[edit]

  1. ^Otterson, Joe (January 21, 2021)."Game of ThronesPrequelTales of Dunk and Eggin Early Development at HBO (Exclusive) ".Variety.Penske Media Corporation.RetrievedJune 21,2024.
  2. ^Maas, Jennifer (November 30, 2021)."Game of ThronesPrequelTales of Dunk and EggSets Steve Conrad as Writer ".TheWrap.RetrievedJune 21,2024.
  3. ^Hibberd, James (April 12, 2023)."Game of ThronesDunk and Egg Prequel Officially Ordered to Series ".The Hollywood Reporter.PMRC.RetrievedJune 21,2024.
  4. ^Tapp, Tom (February 23, 2024)."A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight:Everything We Know About TheGame Of ThronesPrequel, Including Plot, Premiere Date & Whether George R.R. Martin Is Involved ".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on February 24, 2024.RetrievedFebruary 26,2024.
  5. ^Jirak, Jamie (October 21, 2023)."Game of ThronesSpinoff Casting Call May Hint at Sooner Than Expected Production ".ComicBook.com.Paramount Global.RetrievedJune 21,2024.
  6. ^Hibberd, James (February 23, 2024)."Game of ThronesSpinoffThe Hedge KnightGets 2025 Release Date ".The Hollywood Reporter.Archivedfrom the original on February 23, 2024.RetrievedFebruary 26,2024.
  7. ^abHibberd, James (May 7, 2024)."Game of ThronesSpinoffKnight of the Seven KingdomsAddsBlack MirrorDirector in Major Role ".The Hollywood Reporter.Penske Media Corporation.RetrievedJune 21,2024.
  8. ^abcVary, Adam B. (June 18, 2024)."Game of ThronesSpinoffA Knight of the Seven KingdomsBegins Filming asThe Crown, True DetectiveActors Join Cast ".Variety.RetrievedJune 18,2024.
  9. ^abGrobar, Matt (June 18, 2024)."Daniel Ings & Sam Spruell Among Five Additions To HBO'sA Knight of the Seven Kingdoms– First Look ".Deadline.RetrievedJune 18,2024.
  10. ^Otterson, Joe (April 5, 2024)."Game of ThronesPrequelKnight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge KnightCasts Peter Claffey, Dexter Sol Ansell in Lead Roles ".Variety.Penske Media Corporation.RetrievedJune 21,2024.
  11. ^Dinsdale, Ryan (February 23, 2024)."Games of Thrones'Next Spin-Off,Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,Arrives Late 2025 ".IGN.Ziff Davis.RetrievedJune 21,2024.

External links[edit]

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