JOURNAL ARTICLE

Dark Knight of the Thrones franchise.

  • Published In: Time International - South Pacific Edition, 2026, v. 207, n. 1/2. P. 72 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Berman, Judy 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the HBO series "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms," which presents a lighter, more humorous take on the "Game of Thrones" universe, focusing on the adventures of Ser Duncan the Tall and his squire, Egg. Based on George R.R. Martin's "Tales of Dunk and Egg," the series consists of six episodes, each around 35 minutes long, and has already been renewed for a second season. While the show maintains high production values and features engaging characters, it struggles with humor and plot depth, raising questions about the franchise's direction and the stories being adapted from Martin's works. The series is set a century before the original "Game of Thrones," during a time of Targaryen rule marked by a lack of dragons. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time International - South Pacific Edition. 2026/01, Vol. 207, Issue 1/2, p72
  • Document Type:Film/TV Criticism and Review
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0818-0628
  • Accession Number:190920249
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