HBO has officially renewed two of its biggest fantasy titles — House of the Dragon and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms — giving fans a major reason to celebrate. The network confirmed that House of the Dragon will return for Season 4, with a planned release in 2028, even before Season 3 has aired. In addition, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has also been renewed for Season 2 ahead of its Season 1 premiere in January 2026.
The announcements were made by HBO Chairman and CEO Casey Bloys during the network’s presentation in New York City, marking another bold expansion of the Game of Thrones universe.
House of the Dragon Season 4 Confirmed for 2028
The prequel series House of the Dragon, based on George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood, continues to be a global phenomenon. The show chronicles the dramatic and often brutal history of House Targaryen — set nearly 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones.
The renewal of Season 4 comes ahead of the Season 3 premiere, reflecting HBO’s confidence in the franchise. New images from Season 3 were also unveiled, giving fans a glimpse of what to expect as the tension escalates in the Targaryen civil war.
Will Season 4 be the final season?
Although showrunner Ryan Condal had previously hinted that the series would end with Season 4, reports now suggest the final decision is still pending. According to industry insiders, Condal will determine the show’s conclusion after wrapping Season 4, hinting that the saga could potentially extend further depending on narrative needs and audience response.
Season 3: Preparing for the Dance of the Dragons
Season 3 is expected to dive even deeper into the violent Targaryen civil war known as the Dance of the Dragons. Season 2 ended with the emotional aftermath of Lucerys Velaryon’s death at the hands of Aemond Targaryen — a moment that sets fire to simmering tensions between Rhaenyra and Aegon’s factions.
Season 3 features a powerful ensemble cast including:
- Matt Smith
- Emma D’Arcy
- Olivia Cooke
- Steve Toussaint
- Rhys Ifans
- Fabien Frankel
- Ewan Mitchell
- Tom Glynn-Carney
- Sonoya Mizuno
With dragons, betrayal, and political warfare at its core, the upcoming season promises to be one of the most explosive chapters yet.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Renewed for Season 2
Alongside the HOTD news, HBO also confirmed the renewal of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms for a second season — ahead of its Season 1 debut on January 18, 2026.
Based on George R.R. Martin’s beloved Dunk & Egg novellas, the series tells the story of the humble knight Ser Duncan the Tall and his young squire Egg, who later becomes King Aegon V Targaryen. The renewal signals HBO’s long-term commitment to expanding the Game of Thrones universe with diverse storytelling tones — from dark, political sagas like HOTD to heartfelt, character-driven adventures.
HBO Is Building a Massive Westeros Universe
With House of the Dragon continuing to dominate viewership charts and newer projects like A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms gaining momentum, HBO is laying the groundwork for a multi-series Westeros franchise.
From the fiery Targaryen civil war to the early adventures of Dunk and Egg, the world of Game of Thrones is alive, expanding, and evolving — and fans can expect even more announcements in the coming years.
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