TMDb/A Knight of the Seven Kin TV A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms starts light but turns dark by episode 5, delivering the violence and royal intrigue fans expect from a Game of Thrones prequel. April 26, 2026 AceShowbiz - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms season 1 began as a lighter, more grounded experience than most viewers expected from a Game of Thrones prequel. Unlike the main series, which centers on noble families and high-stakes politics, this spinoff initially focused on a hedge knight's perspective.