A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms finally has a date to circle: HBO’s new series premieres on January 18, 2026 , with a six-episode, half‑hour season that brings Ser Duncan “Dunk” the Tall and his squire Egg to the screen. The story is set 100 years before the events of Game of Thrones and 72 years after House of the Dragon , positioning the tale squarely between the two flagship timelines.
HBO’s official logline sets the tone: “A century before the events of ‘Game of Thrones,’ two unlikely heroes wandered Westeros,” and “great destinies, powerful foes, and dangerous exploits all await these improbable and incomparable friends.” The trailer made its debut during New York Comic Con, confirming the show’s lighter, more intimate, and more grounded approach compared with the franchis