Game of Thrones Spinoff Averages 13 Million Viewers Per Episode on HBO

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A new show set in the world of Westeros is quickly becoming the biggest television success of 2026. Viewership figures have just been released, and they’ve exceeded all expectations.

As a huge TV fan, I was really excited to read the latest numbers from Variety about A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. Apparently, each episode is pulling in around 13 million viewers – that’s incredible! It’s already clear the Game of Thrones prequel is a hit, but those numbers really prove it. It’s not just the biggest show of the year so far, it’s one of HBO’s biggest launches ever. Even more impressively, it’s currently beating out the second season of The Pitt in viewership while that show is still releasing new episodes!

This report arrives just before the season finale of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, which finishes adapting The Hedge Knight, the first story in George R.R. Martin’s Tales of Dunk and Egg series. A second season, expected in 2027, will cover the events of The Sworn Sword.

Beyond its impressive number of viewers, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is earning rave reviews from critics and fans alike. As the first season nears its conclusion, the show boasts a remarkable approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes – the highest of any series set in the Game of Thrones world. Episodes four and five were particularly popular, even briefly becoming the highest-rated television episode ever.

What Does A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Success Mean for Game of Thrones?

With the success of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, it’s clear that fans are still deeply invested in the world of Game of Thrones, even after the original series ended in a way that divided audiences seven years ago. There was some doubt about whether people still wanted more stories from this fantasy world, but while House of the Dragon showed there was still interest in George R.R. Martin’s work, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms confirms that Game of Thrones remains one of the biggest fantasy franchises today.

Following the strong performance of its recent prequel, Game of Thrones is highly likely to grow with additional spinoffs set in the world of Westeros. Several storylines are being explored for potential TV series or films, such as the story of Aegon’s Conquest. A stage show is also in the works, focusing on the final years of King Aerys II’s reign and the events leading up to Robert’s Rebellion.

There are reports that HBO is planning new shows set after the end of Game of Thrones. One possible series would follow a character continuing to explore the Sunset Sea. There’s also talk of a Jon Snow spinoff, but Kit Harington, who played Jon Snow, says that isn’t happening.

Thanks to the continued popularity of its recent shows, the world of Game of Thrones is staying strong. The franchise is successfully attracting viewers with series like A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms that offer something different. As long as it keeps innovating, Game of Thrones is likely to remain the top fantasy series on TV for years to come.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is available to stream on HBO Max.

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2026-02-20 05:36