During the CCXP convention in São Paulo, Brazil, the stars of HBO's upcoming Game of Thrones spin-off, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, shared intriguing insights about the series and its connection to George R.R. Martin. Peter Claffey, who plays Ser Duncan the Tall, revealed that Martin visited the set and disclosed that his favorite story is The Hedge Knight. This novella, published in 1998, is the first in the Tales of Dunk and Egg series, which the show is based on. Claffey humorously acknowledged Martin's request for the team to not 'mess it up,' reassuring fans of the show's direction. The series is set to premiere on January 18, 2026, with a second season already planned.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is set to premiere on January 18, 2026, on HBO.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms will be a significant addition to the Game of Thrones franchise, which gained immense popularity from the original series based on George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire novels. This spin-off will explore the early history of Westeros, focusing on the adventures of Dunk and Egg, two beloved characters in Martin's works. Given its connection to the established world of dragons and political intrigue, fans are eagerly anticipating how the show will expand upon the rich lore of Westeros.