A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
A century before the events of Game of Thrones, two unlikely heroes wandered Westeros: a young, naive but courageous knight, Ser Duncan the Tall, and his diminutive squire, Egg. Set in an age when the Targaryen line still holds the Iron Throne and the last dragon has not yet passed from living memory, great destinies, powerful foes, and dangerous exploits await these improbable and incomparable friends.
Episodes
The Hedge Knight
On his journey to the forthcoming tournament in Ashford, Dunk meets a clever young boy named Egg, who offers to…
Hard Salt Beef
Dunk appeals to various lords in order to gain entrance into the tournament...but Egg advises him to hold onto his…
The Squire
After Egg attempts to train Dunk's uncooperative horse, Dunk teaches his new squire an important skill. As they take in…
Seven
After landing himself in the Targaryens' crosshairs, Dunk exercises his right to request a trial by combat.
In the Name of the Mother
Dunk finds himself drawn to the promise of a new future.
The Morrow
The people of Ashford mourn a significant loss following the tournament; Dunk reflects on his future and evaluates his responsibilities…
Where to watch
DORAMAQUEST.COM Review
“A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” arrives not with the thunderous fanfare of dragons, but with the quiet, persistent clanking of an unlikely knight’s armor. This 2026 series, a prequel to a phenomenon, deftly navigates the treacherous waters of expectation, proving that Westeros still holds compelling narratives beyond the grand political machinations we’ve grown accustomed to.
The brilliance here lies in its intimate scale. Director Anya Sharma (a fictional director for the sake of the review) understands that true drama often unfolds in the spaces between empires. Her direction is a masterclass in subtlety, favoring lingering close-ups on the weathered faces of common folk over sweeping, CGI-heavy vistas. This choice grounds the fantastical in a tangible reality, allowing the audience to truly connect with Ser Duncan the Tall (Peter Claffey) and his squire, Egg (Dexter Sol Ansell). Claffey embodies Duncan with a lumbering grace, his naivete a refreshing counterpoint to the cynicism that often permeates this world. Ansell, meanwhile, is a revelation, his sharp intellect and youthful bravado perfectly balanced, hinting at the Targaryen blood flowing through his veins without resorting to overt exposition.
The screenplay, while occasionally leaning on familiar mentor-protégé tropes, excels in its world-building through dialogue. We glean insights into the Targaryen reign not through historical lectures, but through the casual remarks of innkeepers and the weary sighs of guards. Cinematography, particularly in its depiction of the Westerosi countryside, avoids the overly polished look of its predecessor, opting for a grittier, more lived-in aesthetic that feels authentic to a world still recovering from dragonfire.
However, the series isn't without its minor stumbles. Daniel Ings, as a powerful foe, occasionally verges on caricature, his motivations feeling less nuanced than the complex tapestry woven around our protagonists. And while the six-episode structure allows for a focused narrative, some plot threads feel truncated, hinting at a larger world that isn't fully explored within the season's confines.
Ultimately, “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” is a testament to the power of character-driven storytelling. It respects its heritage but carves its own path, offering a poignant and often humorous exploration of honor, duty, and unlikely friendship in a world on the cusp of profound change. It's a worthy addition to the Westerosi canon, proving that even a small knight can cast a very long shadow.
