A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, the latest spin-off in the Game of Thrones universe, continues to captivate audiences with its adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s Dunk and Egg novellas. Set about a century before the events of the main series, the show follows the adventures of the hedge knight Ser Duncan the Tall (often called Dunk) and his young squire Egg, who is secretly Prince Aegon Targaryen.
The first season consists of six episodes, premiering on January 18, 2026, on HBO and streaming on Max (formerly HBO Max). New episodes have generally aired weekly on Sundays at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT, though there was a slight adjustment for Episode 4 due to the Super Bowl scheduling.
Episode 5, titled “In the Name of the Mother”, was released on Sunday, February 15, 2026. It became available to stream simultaneously on Max at the same time as its linear HBO broadcast. Sources confirm the premiere occurred at 10 p.m. ET, aligning with the show’s standard slot. For international viewers, it rolled out on February 16, 2026, in regions like the UK (on Sky Atlantic/NOW), India, Australia, and others, often with a slight time difference due to time zones.
This episode builds on the escalating tension from previous installments, including Dunk’s challenges in a brutal trial of seven, as teased in synopses and reviews. Early feedback highlights strong performances and faithful nods to the source material.
For context on the full season schedule (all times ET/PT unless noted):
- Episode 1: “The Hedge Knight” – January 18, 2026 (released)
- Episode 2: “Hard Salt Beef” – January 25, 2026 (released)
- Episode 3: “The Squire” – February 1, 2026 (released)
- Episode 4: “Seven” – February 8, 2026 (with an early Max drop on February 6 due to scheduling)
- Episode 5: “In the Name of the Mother” – February 15, 2026 (released)
- Episode 6 (Finale): “The Morrow” – February 22, 2026
If you’re catching up or planning to watch, the series streams exclusively on Max in the US, with global availability varying by platform (e.g., Sky in the UK). Check official HBO announcements or sites like Rotten Tomatoes for episode ratings and reviews.
With only one episode left in Season 1, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has delivered a grounded, character-driven entry in the Westeros saga—proving there’s still plenty of life in George R.R. Martin’s world beyond dragons and thrones. Stay tuned for the finale!