The prequel series itself is said to take place 100 years before the events depicted on 'Thrones' and will be based on the famed author's 2013 'Tales of Dunk and Egg' novel.
- Apr 13, 2023
AceShowbiz - George R.R. Martin is to write and produce a "Game of Thrones" prequel series for HBO. Best known for his "A Song of Ice and Fire" novels, which were adapted into the multi-award winning HBO TV series "Game of Thrones", the 74-year-old author was reported to be on board for a prequel to the show titled "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight".
According to The Wrap, Martin would be serving as both writer and executive producer. Per the outlet, the show itself, which will also be written and produced by Ira Parker, will take place 100 years before the events depicted in "Game of Thrones". It will ultimately be based on Martin's "Tales of Dunk and Egg" novel, which was originally published in 2013.
The official logline for the series stated, "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 memory of the last dragon has not yet passed from living memory, great destinies, powerful foes, and dangerous exploits all await these improbable and incomparable friends."
Joining Parker, who served as a co-executive producer in season 1 of "House of the Dragon", on the "The Hedge Knight" were Ryan Condal and Vince Gerardis. The "Dragon" showrunner and the "Thrones" executive producer will executive produce the series.
The announcement was made on Wednesday, April 12 by Warner Bros. Discovery presentation to press and investors. During the event, the movie giants also revealed that the combined HBO Max and Discovery+ streaming service will be known simply as Max in the near future.
