A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms cast: Full list of stars in Game of Thrones' Dunk and Egg spin-off
HBO is bringing a new Game of Thrones spin-off to our screens.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is currently filming and looks set to provide a perspective on Westeros beyond the vicious scheming explored in both Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon.
We'll follow Ser Duncan the Tall, known as "Dunk", and his resourceful squire "Egg", who is actually the young Prince Aegon Targaryen, as they journey across the land during a period of great change.
Peter Claffey and child actor Dexter Sol Ansell are confirmed to be taking the lead roles, with a slew of other names joining the cast in recent weeks – including actors from Marvel's Avengers films, Masters of the Air and Doctor Who.
If you're already missing your Westeros fix following the end of House of the Dragon season 2, then scroll on for an early look at the key players joining the fantasy franchise in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms cast: Full list of stars in Game of Thrones' Dunk and Egg spin-off
The following cast members are confirmed for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.
- Peter Claffey as Ser Duncan the Tall/'Dunk'
- Dexter Sol Ansell as Prince Aegon 'Egg' Targaryen
- Finn Bennett as Prince Aerion 'Brightflame' Targaryen
- Bertie Carvel as Crown Prince Baelor 'Breakspear' Targaryen
- Tanzyn Crawford as Tanselle
- Daniel Ings as Ser Lyonel Baratheon
- Sam Spruell as Prince Maekar Targaryen
- Edward Ashley as Ser Steffon Fossoway
- Henry Ashton plays Daeron Targaryen
- Youssef Kerkour as Steely Pate
- Daniel Monks as Ser Manfred Dondarrion
- Shaun Thomas as Raymun Fossoway
- Tom Vaughan-Lawlor as Plummer
- Danny Webb as Ser Arlan of Pennytree
Read on for further information on these cast members and characters.
Peter Claffey plays Ser Duncan the Tall AKA 'Dunk'
Who is Ser Duncan the Tall? A hedge knight of humble origins who gains a squire who is secretly a young Targaryen prince. Ser Duncan is the star of the Dunk and Egg novellas by George RR Martin, and he will one day become lord commander of the Kingsguard.
Where else have you seen Peter Claffey? An Irish actor and former professional rugby player, Claffey has starred in Bad Sisters, as Cormac Kelly in Wreck, and as Dunstan in Vikings: Valhalla.
Dexter Sol Ansell plays Prince Aegon 'Egg' Targaryen
Who is Prince Aegon Targaryen? A young Targaryen prince, the resourceful boy nicknamed 'Egg' becomes the trusted squire of Ser Duncan the Tall. The son of Prince Maekar Targaryen and Lady Dyanna Dayne, one day Prince Aegon will become King Aegon V Targaryen and sit on the Iron Throne. Egg is the youngest brother of Maester Aemon Targaryen, and is mentioned by the character as 'Egg' in Game of Thrones.
Where else have you seen Dexter Sol Ansell? Ansell previously played Lucas Taylor in Emmerdale, starred as David Saunders in The Midwich Cuckoos, Finlay in Hullraisers, and portrayed a young Coriolanus Snow in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes.
Finn Bennett as Prince Aerion 'Brightflame' Targaryen
Who is Prince Aerion Targaryen? An older brother of Egg, Prince Aeron is notorious as one of the most sadistic and villainous members of the Targaryen family, and is despised by his younger brother Aegon. The cruel figure clashes with Ser Duncan in the Tales of Dunk and Egg.
Where else have you seen Finn Bennett? The Irish-British actor is best known for his role in True Detective: Night Country, but has also starred in Liar, Kiri and Domina.
Bertie Carvel as Crown Prince Baelor 'Breakspear' Targaryen
Who is Crown Prince Baelor 'Breakspear' Targaryen? The heir to the Iron Throne, the Prince of Dragonstone, and the Hand of the King to his father King Daeron II Targaryen. Known for his skill as a warrior and merciful nature, named after Baelor the Blessed, Baelor is also nicknamed 'Breakspear'. Baelor is the uncle of both Prince Aegon and Prince Aerion.
Where else have you seen Bertie Carvel? The Tony Award-winning thespian is known for his work on the stage, but also starred in Jonathan Strange & Norell, Doctor Foster, Dalgleish, The Sister, and recently played Tony Blair in The Crown.
Tanzyn Crawford as Tanselle
Who is Tanselle? Tanselle is a puppeteer from Dorne who encounters Dunk and Egg on their adventures - and, in the novellas, Duncan falls in love with her.
Where else have you seen Tanzyn Crawford? The Australian actor has also starred in Servant, Tiny Beautiful Things and Swift Street.
Daniel Ings plays Ser Lyonel Baratheon
Who is Ser Lyonel Baratheon? A tall, swaggering warrior, Ser Lyonel Baratheon is the heir to the Baratheon ancestral seat of Storm's End and is known as 'The Laughing Storm'.
Where else have you seen Daniel Ings? The English actor is best known for his work in Psychoville, Lovesick, The Crown, Instinct, The English Game, I Hate Suzie, Sex Education, The Gold, and the Netflix series The Gentlemen.
Sam Spruell plays Prince Maekar Targaryen
Who is Prince Maekar Targaryen? The Prince of Summerhall, Maekar is the younger brother of Crown Prince Baelor and is the father of Prince Aerion and Prince Aegon. One day, Maekar becomes King Maekar I Targaryen. A stern and strict figure, Maekar could be known for being unforgiving.
Where else have you seen Sam Sprurell? The British actor is best known for his villainous roles, appearing in films such as To Kill a King, London to Brighton, The Hurt Locker and Legend, along with television roles including Spooks, Mayday, Luther, Doctor Who and Fargo season 5.
Edward Ashley as Ser Steffon Fossoway
Who is Ser Steffon Fossoway? An anointed knight.
What else has Edward Ashley been in? You might recognise him from historical dramas including In The Heart of the Sea, The Lost City of Z, The King and, most recently, Masters of the Air. He also played William in Sally Wainwright's Last Tango in Halifax.
Henry Ashton plays Prince Daeron Targaryen
Who is Daeron Targaryen? A prince known for his frequent drunkenness.
What else has Henry Ashton been in? Ashton has had a busy year, taking roles in both My Lady Jane and A Good Girl's Guide to Murder. Previously, he had appeared in Outlander as Sandy Hammond.
Youssef Kerkour as Steely Pate
Who is Steely Pate? A blacksmith.
What else has Youssef Kerkour been in? Since his breakout role in Channel 4's Home, Kerkour has gone on to appear in Baghdad Central, Worzel Gummidge, Stay Close, Man Like Mobeen and Significant Other. His film projects include Ridley Scott productions House of Gucci and Napoleon.
Daniel Monks as Ser Manfred Dondarrion
Who is Ser Manfred Dondarrion? Another knight that Dunk and Egg will cross paths with.
What else has Daniel Monks been in? Monks has recently appeared in mystery series Dead Hot and John Cena/Zac Efron comedy film Ricky Stanicky.
Shaun Thomas as Raymun Fossoway
Who is Raymun Fossoway? The cousin and squire of Steffon.
What else has Shaun Thomas been in? Thomas played Gerry Roberts for a stint on Emmerdale between 2017 and 2019. He went on to roles in BBC Three comedy Ladhood, true crime drama Four Lives and acclaimed indie film How to Have Sex. Most recently, he appeared in ITV's The Long Shadow.
Tom Vaughan-Lawlor as Plummer
Who is Plummer? The steward of Ashford, who also acts as Master of the Games during a local tourney.
What else has Tom Vaughan-Lawlor been in? Vaughan-Lawlor provided the voice and motion capture for Marvel villain Ebony Maw in Avengers: Infinity War, Endgame and animated series What If...?. He is also known for Dublin Murders, The Ipcress Files and The Beautiful Game.
Danny Webb as Ser Arlan of Pennytree
Who is Ser Arlan of Pennytree? The knight for whom Dunk was once a squire.
What else has Danny Webb been in? Webb's career dates back decades, but recent work includes HBO's The Regime, BBC One's Beyond Paradise and The Trial of Christine Keeler. He appeared in Doctor Who's terrifying two-parter The Impossible Planet and The Satan Pit.
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