A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms review: Game of Thrones gets funny
The Verge • • entertainment
Key Points:
- A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms offers a fresh and humorous take on George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire universe, distinguishing itself from Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon with a smaller scale and lighter tone.
- The six-episode first season focuses on the story of Ser Duncan “Dunk” the Tall and his squire Egg, emphasizing their personal motivations and adventures rather than large-scale political intrigue or war.
- The show balances lighthearted moments with classic Westeros drama, including brutal battles and noble scheming, while showcasing strong performances by Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell as the central duo.
- Unlike other HBO Westeros series, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms concludes its first
