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Robb Stark and Jacaerys Velaryon might have a surprising amount in common.
This Fire & Blood character's story may be secretly similar to Robb Stark's
Throughout the first three books of A Song of Ice and Fire, readers fell in love with Robb Stark. The eldest son of Eddard Stark and Catelyn Tully oozes charism
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February 13, 2026 at 9:43 PM
We have finally gotten an answer for why Egg appears to be bald in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms — and it says something meaningful about his character.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 4 explains why Egg is bald
From Episode 1 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, we’re introduced to a little, shiny-domed precocious child who appears to be little more than a tavern owner’s
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February 13, 2026 at 6:26 PM
Game of Thrones fans might recognize the breakout star of the latest Avatar movie.
12 years after her Game of Thrones exit, this actress makes a splash in a billion dollar grossing movie
Since the ending of Game of Thrones in 2019, the series' sprawling cast have all gone their separate ways, with many fan-favorite actors earning well deserved s
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February 12, 2026 at 7:19 PM
The Blackfyre Rebellions are about to become much more important in future seasons of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and showrunner Ira Parker has hinted we may actually see more of them than expected.
It sounds like Blackfyre Rebellion flashbacks are coming in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
Right now we're deep into the first season of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and so far HBO's new Game of Thrones spinoff is absolutely killing it. From the li
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February 12, 2026 at 4:39 PM
With its biggest crutch removed, Starfleet Academy just released its first incredible installment with Episode 6, "Come, Let's Away"
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy season 1 Episode 6 review: Paramount+'s new show officially just found its feet
I've really enjoyed Star Trek: Starfleet Academy's inaugural season so far, but most of its best moments have admittedly come down to Easter eggs and other form
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February 12, 2026 at 2:44 PM
During a recent Reddit AMA, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms showrunner Ira Parker revealed the reason an iconic scene from "The Hedge Knight" didn't make it into the show, while simultaneously endearing himself to the fandom with his blunt honesty.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms showrunner confirms why a key book moment was cut from the show
We're deep into the first season of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, but the best is yet to come. This Sunday, Ser Duncan the Tall (Peter Claffey) will take part
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February 11, 2026 at 10:07 PM
With Operation Bounce House, the author of Dungeon Crawler Carl brings us a darker book that's as entertaining as it is thought-provoking.
Book review: Matt Dinniman's Operation Bounce House couldn't be more timely
If the point of science fiction is to unpack current issues through advanced technology and futuristic scenarios, Matt Dinniman's Operation Bounce House underst
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February 11, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Prepare to say goodbye to an underrated team-up when Fallout returns for season 3.
Fallout showrunner confirms big season 3 change for the Ghoul
Walton Goggins' Fallout character has had largely the same storyline since the show began in 2024. Although his arc isn't expected to completely transform when
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February 11, 2026 at 7:43 PM
George R.R. Martin is heavily and personally invested in the television adaptation of his Dunk and Egg stories, and recently revealed that he's already visited the set of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms season 2.
George R.R. Martin visited the set of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms season 2
George R. R. Martin has resurfaced, and in classic GRRM fashion, his latest blog post from February 7 comes with travel, reflection, and a meaningful return to
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February 11, 2026 at 2:26 PM
Arrogant and cruel, Aerion Targaryen is the most despicable character in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. But does he have any redeeming qualities?
Does Aerion Targaryen have any reedeeming qualities? A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms director weighs in
In A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Aerion Targaryen (Finn Bennett) is doing very little to redeem the family name. He's just another arrogant, sadistic and spoi
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February 11, 2026 at 1:55 AM
How did A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms composer Dan Romer craft the show's brilliant score? He and showrunner Ira Parker recently delved into the creative process for the show's music, including the epic Episode 4 climax.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms boss and composer break down Episode 4's epic musical climax
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has its own distinct musical language compared to Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon, but when Episode 4, 'Seven,' reached i
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February 10, 2026 at 8:39 PM
For All Mankind season 5 has a tough 6-year streak to maintain, but I think the criminally underrated Apple TV show is up to the task.
For All Mankind season 5 has a tough 6-year streak to maintain
After a long wait, For All Mankind season 5 will premiere on Apple TV on March 17, 2026. Although it's very exciting to have the show's first episodes since the
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February 10, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Audiences will finally see a trial of seven come to life on screen in the next episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms — something which was only hinted at in A Song of Ice and Fire and abandoned entirely in Game of Thrones.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms finally realizes a plot detail that Game of Thrones abandoned
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms continues its winning streak with the season's fourth episode,
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February 10, 2026 at 2:10 PM
A new character in Hulu’s Tell Me Lies has romantasy fans on high alert, with many fancasting him as Xaden in the Fourth Wing show for Prime Video.
Fourth Wing readers are fancasting this Tell Me Lies actor as Xaden—and now I absolutely need it
A new character in Hulu’s Tell Me Lies has romantasy fans on high alert, with many fancasting him as Xaden in the Fourth Wing show for Prime Video.
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February 9, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Dunk is about to fight for his life in a rare form of trial by combat that hasn't been evoked in over 100 years. When was the last trial of seven in Westeros' history?
When was Westeros' last trial of seven before A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 5?
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is reaching its thrilling climax, and it has us on the edge of our seat waiting for the show's upcoming fifth episode. After assa
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February 9, 2026 at 9:14 PM
We can dream about the Resident Alien spinoff teased in the season 4 finale, but that might be all we can ever do.
Resident Alien season 4's teased spinoff looks less likely than ever in 2026
Resident Alien ended its four-season run, relatively on its own terms, in August 2025. However, before Alan Tudyk's sci-fi dramedy came to a close, the finale s
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February 9, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Episode 4 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms held the true climax of the season, the point of no return. How was it adapted?
Books vs show: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 4, 'Seven'
Episode 4 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is a lesson in building expectation and paying off that suspense at the right time. Titled “Seven,” it covers, almos
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February 9, 2026 at 2:37 PM
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 4 finally gave fans of the franchise a musical moment they've been waiting for, and it was an utterly perfect choice.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms finally leaned into its Game of Thrones roots — and it gave us chills
HBO's newest Game of Thrones spinoff started with a strong statement about where it stands in relation to the rest of the franchise, by fooling viewers with a s
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February 6, 2026 at 7:29 PM
New images of Daeron Targaryen, a.k.a. Daeron the Drunken, in #AKnightOfTheSevenKingdoms!
February 6, 2026 at 6:07 PM
The fifth episode of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy features a tear-jerking monologue from Deep Space Nine's Captain Sisko actor Avery Brooks. What's the story behind this recording?
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy's tear-jerking Avery Brooks monologue explained (Is it from Deep Space Nine?)
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy's emotionally-loaded Deep Space Nine tribute episode lacked a physical apperance from Avery Brooks' Captain Benjamin Sisko. That sa
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February 6, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Dunk faces a near-impossible task in the new episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. What is a trial of seven, and what does it mean for our noble hedge knight?
What is a trial of seven? A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' new trial by combat explained
Dunk faces a near-impossible task in the new episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, “Seven.”
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February 6, 2026 at 3:31 PM
After valiantly coming to Tanselle's rescue, Dunk finds himself facing an ancient style of trial by combat as he tries to survive the ire of Aerion Targaryen. He'll need allies if he's to make it out alive.

Our full spoiler recap and review for #AKnightOfTheSevenKingdoms Episode 4, "Seven":
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms season 1 Episode 4 recap and review: 'Seven'
After the third episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms shocked viewers with the revelation that Ser Duncan the Tall's (Peter Claffey) precocious squire Egg (
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February 6, 2026 at 2:11 PM
We almost got a cameo Star Trek fans have been dying for in the latest episode of Starfleet Academy, but then the chance passed us by.
Surprise Starfleet Academy cameo is so close to what Star Trek fans desperately wanted
If you've seen Starfleet Academy season 1, Episode 5,
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February 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Some big questions just got answers in Star Trek: Starfleet Academy's fifth episode, but the important one remained unaddressed.
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy season 1 Episode 5 review: Emotional Deep Space Nine love letter is a mixed bag
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy season 1 Episode 5,
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February 5, 2026 at 2:25 PM
More details are emerging about Apple TV's deal to adapt Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere, and how "deeply involved" the author will be in The Stormlight Archive television show.
Brandon Sanderson will be a showrunner for The Stormlight Archive TV Show
The details just keep coming for Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere adaptation. Last week we learned that Apple TV had contracted with Sanderson to develop his interco
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February 4, 2026 at 11:48 PM