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The crushed skull reveal in Episode 5 wasn’t CGI. Here’s how A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms pulled it off.
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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

The ravens have been working overtime in Westeros, and we have a lot to talk about in this week's episode of Take the Black.
Daniel Roman|
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Suhaib Adeel|
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Video Shorts

Books

Sarah J. Maas has gone into detail on why a TV version of A Court of Thrones and Roses isn't happening right now, plus what's next for the fantasy saga.
Michael Weyer|
A Court of Thorns and Roses book six now has a release date, and Sarah J. Maas' update was more than fans could have hoped for.
Amanda Mullen|
Outlander executive producer Maril Davis and showrunner Matthew B. Roberts share the show's surprising approach to its ending ahead of the season 8 premiere, and why it won't spoil the conclusion of the books.
Daniel Roman|
Sword in the Storm, the first book in David Gemmell's Rigante series, features a setting similar to that of the ancient, Iron Age Britons. It is a battle between an old way of life based on nature and a modernized, violent empire.
Joel Wagler|

Fantasy Movies & Shows

Fans of Eragon are very excited about Christopher Paolini's latest update for Disney+'s upcoming TV adaptation!
Michael Weyer|
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Sci-Fi Movies & Shows

Don't miss out, there's still time.
Daniel Bibby|
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Ashley Hurst|
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Take the Black Podcast
Dunk & Egg Season 2 Casts + Aegon Conqueror Movie News!
Season 2 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is coming... and we’ve got the latest castings, leaks from Spain, and production drama! Plus, Warner Bros.’ Game of Thrones movie on Aegon the Conqueror is stirring the pot. Daniel Roman and Marq Nettles break it all down and debate what’s next for Westeros.
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Dunk & Egg Season 2 Casts + Aegon Conqueror Movie News!
Mar 9, 2026
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms FINALE Breakdown + House of the Dragon Season 3 TEASER Reaction
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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms FINALE Breakdown + House of the Dragon Season 3 TEASER Reaction
Feb 25, 2026
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Ep 5 Breakdown | Exploring Dunk’s Past & The EXPLOSIVE Trial of Seven
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Ep 5 Breakdown | Exploring Dunk’s Past & The EXPLOSIVE Trial of Seven
Feb 16, 2026
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 4 Breakdown | The Trial of Seven Approaches
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 4 Breakdown | The Trial of Seven Approaches
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Game of Thrones

Two projects about Aegon the Conqueror are reportedly in the works, but which is actually the better idea? There are pros and cons to each.
Natalie Zamora|
Ashley Hurst|
Richard Kraus|
Daniel Roman|
Cody Schultz|

House of the Dragon

The season finale of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has arrived, but that doesn't mean HBO is giving us a chance to catch our breath.
Daniel Roman|
Richard Kraus|
Cody Schultz|
Ashley Hurst|
Colin McCormick|

Editorials

They've been presented as a semi-main character...sometimes.
Daniel Bibby|
An almost unavoidable storyline we're expecting in For All Mankind is going to be difficult to watch — but it may not truly be the end for one beloved character.
Daniel Bibby|
We finally got our first look at Ryan Hurst as Kratos and Callum Vinson as Atreus, and it didn't take long for some gamers to start ripping it to shreds.
Daniel Roman|
Ser Lyonel Baratheon's last words for Dunk in the A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms finale show just how deep hatred for House Targaryen runs in the realm..and foreshadows trouble on the horizon.
Marq Nettles|

Interviews

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Interview Spotlight

We spoke with A Song of Ice and Fire author George R.R. Martin about his long career in fantasy and science fiction, how the job of being an author is changing with the times, and much more.
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Reviews

Caleb's story transforms the show's immediate future.
Daniel Bibby|
Does the Godzilla and Kong-featuring show Monarch: Legacy of Monsters live up to monstrous hype in its season 2 premiere?
William Jones|
This makes episode 7 especially skippable.
Daniel Bibby|
The tourney at Ashford Meadow has reached its somber end, and it's time for Dunk and Egg to set off on their next adventure.
Daniel Roman|
Vince Gilligan recently teased the return of Pluribus, saying there's "some dramatic stuff coming up in season 2.”
Ashley Hurst|
Fans of The Orville should be happy about Seth MacFarlane's latest update for season 4, even if at least one major issue is still blocking it.
Michael Weyer|
Tanzyn Crawford has opened up about the backlash to her casting as Tanselle Too-Tall on A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and the words of support she received from George R.R. Martin.
Michael Weyer|
Dunk and Egg are heading to drier pastures for a drought storyline in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms season 2.
Daniel Roman|
Go behind the scenes of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, where everyone appears to be having the time of their lives.
Daniel Roman|
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms introduced some terrific new characters to the Game of Thrones franchise, from inspiring hedge knights to powerful princes.
Colin McCormick|
Whether you prefer time-traveling romance, high seas adventure, superhero drama, or deep space political stories, there's plenty of new science fiction and fantasy television to choose from this March.
Daniel Roman|
Explore every Great House in HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms season 1. From House Targaryen and Baratheon to Tyrell, Lannister, and more. and how they shape the Ashford tourney, and Dunk and Egg’s journey.
Neha Hembram|
The Dreadful (2026) reunites Game of Thrones stars Sophie Turner and Kit Harington in a visually stunning but slow medieval horror film that almost forgets to be scary.
Ash Anjum|
From the funniest gags to the brutal battles, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms delivered some unforgettable moments in its first season. We picked the six best moments from the show's first season.
Colin McCormick|
Hot off his apperance in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Oscar Morgan has joined the cast of one of Netflix's biggest original series.
Cody Schultz|
In A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms season 1 finale, we see a touching sendoff for Ser Arlan of Pennytree. Showrunner Ira Parker explained those final moments of the finale and why they're important to Dunk's story.
Michael Weyer|
One thorn in Ser Duncan's side early on in the season disappeared after episode 3.
Richard Kraus|
Should A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms continue beyond the source material, showrunner Ira Parker and George R.R. Martin already have a plan in place to continue the show beyond season 3.
Cody Schultz|
Director Owen Harris had the challenge of helming the Trial by Seven in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms episode 5 -- and he delivered an all-time great.
Ashley Hurst|
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms takes on a different tone, and it allows the show to embody an ideal Game of Thrones never could.
Amanda Mullen|
The new Star Wars film The Mandalorian and Grogu is not faring well, even with Disney insiders.
William Jones|
Trekkies are being treated to some acting masterclasses of late.
Daniel Bibby|
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms expanded the Game of Thrones franchise with its first season, filled with great episodes.
Colin McCormick|
Netflix officially backed out of the deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. Had the deal gone through, it was assumed that Game of Thrones would be available to stream on Netflix for the first time.
Bryce Olin|

Timothee Chalamet is hinting that Dune: Part Three may be the biggest chapter yet in the epic sci-fi saga!
Michael Weyer|
It looks like fans won't see one key character back in season 2 of a Knight of the Seven Kingdoms but the actor won't rule out a later return!
Michael Weyer|
With Baelor Breakspear dead, where does that leave the line of succession for the Iron Throne?
Daniel Roman|
Everything we know about Interview With The Vampire season 3, renamed The Vampire Lestat.
Federica Bocco|
The 20th century American masterpiece has an important role in Episode 8.
Daniel Bibby|
A comprehensive ranking of Ursula K. Le Guin's complete Earthsea Cycle, one of fantasy literature's most influential series.
Ash Anjum|
The showrunner for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms reveals why the show wasn't simply called "Dunk & Egg," after the lovable duo in George R.R. Martin's book series.
Michael Weyer|
Death Watch is objectively evil in the Star Wars galaxy, so why is the main character of The Mandalorian still worshipping at their altar all these years later?
William Jones|
News has come out about the beginning of the streaming giant's falling out with the horror auteur behind The Haunting of Hill House and Doctor Sleep.
William Jones|
Daniel Ings is just as hopeful as fans that Lyonel Baratheon will return for more A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.
Michael Weyer|
Was Ser Duncan really knighted in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms? Showrunner Ira Parker has given his opinion.
Ashley Hurst|
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms added a few more branches to Westeros' most notable apple tree.
Richard Kraus|
The Rings of Power star Robert Aramayo had a historic pair of wins at the BAFTA Awards, but had to deal with some controversy during the ceremony.
Michael Weyer|
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' showrunner has shared hints about what fans can expect in season 2, as Dunk and Egg head to Dorne!
Michael Weyer|
The creator of The Mandalorian cannot keep recycling things from the original trilogy if the franchise is going to flourish. Audiences deserve new things.
William Jones|
Plenty of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms characters came out the other side of the season stronger, but two cast members in particular's lives changed forever for the better.
Richard Kraus|