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Heidi Venable

Critics Have Seen A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms, And They’re Saying The GOT Prequel Is A ‘Fresh Take On The Franchise’

Peter Claffey as Ser Duncan the Tall ("Dunk") and Dexter Sol Ansell as Aegon Targaryen ("Egg") on A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.

Game of Thrones is such an epic and detailed world that it feels like there are endless opportunities to continue bringing George R. R. Martin’s creations to life. House of the Dragon Season 3 is expected to hit the 2026 TV schedule this summer, but first we’re digging further into the story of another ancient member of the Targaryen family tree in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. Let’s see what critics are saying about the upcoming HBO series.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms stars Dexter Sol Ansell as Prince Aegon Targaryen, or “Egg,” as he squires for a hedge knight, Peter Claffey’s Ser Duncan the Tall, or “Dunk.” This series has a different tone than the two that preceded it and apparently could serve as a more friendly introduction to the universe for those who didn’t vibe with the darkness of Game of Thrones. CinemaBlend’s own Laura Hurley has screened the series, and she says:

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