Un Caballero de los Siete Reinos está comprometido a mantener feliz a GRRM

¡El estreno de Un Caballero de los Siete Reinos, el primer episodio de la historia de Dunk and Egg, es esta noche en HBO! Esta nueva precuela de Game of Thrones, basada en las populares novelas cortas Dunk and Egg de George R.R. Martin, encaja muy bien entre las otras dos series de precuelas. Sin embargo, los espectadores que anticipen más luchas políticas y combates con dragones encontrarán que este programa ofrece algo bastante diferente.

Déjame decirte que entrar en el mundo de Un Caballero de los Siete Reinos se siente diferente. Los Targaryen ya no son la potencia que alguna vez fueron: no tienen dragones, pero aún se aferran al trono. Pero, sinceramente, el verdadero atractivo no es la política. Son los personajes. Conocemos a Dunk, interpretado por Peter Claffey, un joven que todavía está de luto por su antiguo mentor y está decidido a demostrar su valía en el torneo de Ashford Meadow. Está arruinado, es desconocido, pero lleno de valor y genuinamente buenas intenciones. Al principio, la nobleza no le presta atención, pero rápidamente se conecta con un joven llamado Egg, interpretado por Dexter Sol Ansell, quien se convierte en su escudero y, francamente, en el corazón de esta historia.

ScreenRant y otras publicaciones entrevistaron a Ira Parker, el showrunner de Un caballero de los siete reinos, junto con la estrella Peter Claffey y otros miembros del elenco, para discutir qué tan cerca el programa sigue el material original. Hablaron sobre la sensación generalmente alegre y positiva del programa, aunque Claffey aclaró que no pretendía ser una comedia. Explicó que el programa tiene un tono más ligero “porque nos centramos en las vidas de la gente común en Ashford y sus alrededores, en lugar de las luchas de poder de la nobleza en Desembarco del Rey”.

Las entrevistas también revelaron cuán confiado está George R.R. Martin sobre la adaptación del programa, la creciente amistad entre los actores que interpretan a Dunk y Egg tanto dentro como fuera de cámara, y lo que los espectadores pueden esperar en temporadas futuras.

Un Caballero de los Siete Reinos sabe cómo pedir la bendición de GRRM

Es común que los fanáticos tengan fuertes reacciones cuando un libro favorito se convierte en un programa de televisión, y Juego de Tronos es un excelente ejemplo. El productor Parker admitió que sabían que los fans estaban muy interesados en el trabajo de George R.R. Martin. Explicó que si bien querían crear algo que llegara a una gran audiencia global, también era un poco desalentador saber lo apasionada que era la base de fans.

Inmediatamente descartó cualquier preocupación sobre desviarse del material original. “Los fans de la novela original disfrutarán del espectáculo”, explicó. “Seguimos la misma historia, con el mismo principio, desarrollo y final. Nos atenemos a la trama y no añadimos desvíos innecesarios para los personajes”. Sin embargo, dado que hasta ahora solo se han publicado tres novelas cortas, todavía hay mucho material de esa época que aún no se ha adaptado.

No está claro cómo se adaptarán los creadores del programa, Parker y Martin, si la serie comienza a adelantarse al material original nuevamente. Sin embargo, su trabajo tanto en la primera temporada como en la segunda temporada ya planificada debería darnos una idea de su enfoque.

Soy un gran admirador de esta novela, especialmente del personaje Dunk, y George siente lo mismo. Me ha dicho varias veces que es su mejor trabajo, o al menos su favorito, y eso realmente se me quedó grabado. Estaba decidido a asegurarme de que estuviera satisfecho con el resultado, porque ambos teníamos una visión clara de la historia y entendíamos muy bien a los personajes.

El proceso fue sorprendentemente sencillo. Evitamos desacuerdos porque dejé claro desde el principio que no incluiría nada en el programa que George no aprobara y nunca tuvimos un conflicto. Nunca tuvo que decirme qué no hacer. En lugar de eso, todo se discutió abiertamente y no se puede pedir un mejor compañero para hablar sobre el mundo de Westeros que George R.R. Martin.

Es un espectáculo realmente divertido: intercambiamos bien ideas y él ha sido una gran incorporación. No a todos les encantará, y eso está bien. Esperamos que la gente reconozca el esfuerzo genuino que ponemos. Definitivamente hicimos nuestro mejor esfuerzo y, si bien el producto final no es perfecto, ¡Dunk tampoco lo es!

Si bien la primera temporada no es una copia directa del libro The Hedge Knight, Parker explicó que su versión de Dunk and Egg difería ligeramente de la historia original. Su objetivo era mantenerse fiel al trabajo de George R.R. Martin, pero hizo algunos cambios en los personajes. Específicamente, retrató a Egg como ocasionalmente más inteligente e ingenioso, y no siempre hizo que Dunk subestimara la inteligencia de Egg.

Definitivamente lucha contra la ansiedad y le cuesta reconocer su propio valor. Me llamó la atención que, mientras crecía, la gente probablemente lo trataba como si fuera menos inteligente porque era físicamente mucho más grande que otros niños de su edad. A menudo se le confundía con seis años cuando en realidad sólo tenía tres. Esto probablemente lo llevó a internalizar la creencia de que no era inteligente y así fue como comencé a comprender su situación.

Finalmente comprendí que no podía ceñirme rígidamente al guión original. Los personajes habían evolucionado, volviéndose casi independientes gracias a los actores, Dexter y Peter, que aportaron mucho de sí mismos a los papeles. Si bien el espíritu central del programa permanece, los cambios son sutiles, por lo que es importante seguir avanzando y evitar repetir viejas historias.

El código moral de Dunk podría ser su perdición… o su creación

Knights as dedicated to protecting ordinary people and upholding chivalry are rare in Westeros. Viewers watching A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms will likely compare Dunk to Brienne of Tarth, and they wouldn’t be the first to do so. According to Claffey, there’s a “huge commonality” between the two characters, suggesting a kind of inherited trait or lineage that people notice. However, Claffey also points out that Brienne faces even greater challenges as a woman striving to be a knight in Westeros, which is significantly more difficult.

Similar to Brienne, who often faced trouble due to her unwavering honesty, Dunk will discover that doing the right thing doesn’t always lead to the outcome he expects. As Claffey explained to ScreenRant, simply being good and following a strict moral code isn’t always effective. The world they inhabit is harsh, unforgiving, and often rewards ruthlessness rather than integrity.

This first story focuses on Dunk learning to deal with the challenges of living by a strict code of honor, and realizing that following it often leads to trouble. It’s a delicate balance, and while filming the second season, we’re exploring whether those old principles still influence his choices. He’s definitely still thinking about them, but we’re seeing if he’s grown and learned from those experiences, and how that affects his decisions.

The relationship between Dunk and Egg in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms draws comparisons to Arya and the Hound in Game of Thrones. However, according to Claffey, this new story is less harsh. While Dunk might just threaten to hit Egg, the Hound frequently resorts to violence with Arya, though there are still similarities between the two pairings.

Dunk & Egg’s Chemistry Keeps Growing As The Show Goes On

Because A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms centers on the close relationship between a knight and his squire, it was crucial for the actors playing those roles to have good chemistry. Luckily, actors Claffey and Ansell clicked immediately and worked to build on that natural connection from the start.

We only did one chemistry read because we immediately connected,” Claffey said. “Then we spent two months preparing before filming began. Since we lived close to each other in Belfast, we had a lot of time to hang out – we’d go to the arcade and get food. I really got to know him and his family, and they’re just genuinely kind and approachable people.

You know, I’ve really grown fond of my young co-star. I feel genuinely protective of him now. He’s juggling a lot, and I honestly don’t know how he manages it all, but he’s incredibly mature and level-headed. He’s actually really inspiring to me, seeing how he handles everything.

When working with a young actor, you often feel responsible for guiding and supporting them. But in this case, I actually found myself learning from him – he was incredibly talented, and I was really impressed by his performances. He has a bright future, and I feel lucky to have worked with him.

When ScreenRant asked about how the actors influenced their characters and their connection on screen, the showrunner, Parker, immediately highlighted their incredible chemistry. He said that the moment they were next to each other, you could just see how naturally they connected physically – it was instant!

They connected instantly, like brothers who’d known each other their whole lives. Their relationship felt natural and comfortable, filled with playful teasing and a deep affection. Despite a chilly first encounter, their bond has only grown stronger as they’ve gotten to know each other.

Parker also noted that both actors deeply invested themselves in their characters, sharing a charming story about Claffey’s enthusiastic reaction to being cast as a perfect illustration of this dedication.

Peter was incredibly nervous when he first came to the office after being cast – he even confessed to being sick from nerves beforehand. His anxiety felt genuine and endearing, mirroring his character Dunk’s own struggles. Interestingly, as Dunk gained confidence, Peter seemed to grow more confident as well.

I have to say, I’m really intrigued by where Dunk’s character is going. The creator, Parker, let slip that we’ll be seeing a changed Dunk in season two. It’s not like they’re going to completely reinvent him, but he will be growing and learning from his experiences, which is great news. It sounds like the lovable, clueless Dunk we know won’t stay that way forever, and I’m excited to see that evolution.

He’ll have grown and changed through all he’s experienced, but new challenges will always bring fresh worries. It’s never the same problem – things change constantly, even between one stage of life and the next. There’s always something new happening, something for people to deal with as they learn and develop in their work.

What Else We Learned From A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms Cast

The series Dunk and Egg features a compelling cast of characters from the world of A Song of Ice and Fire. The premiere episode introduces Lyonel Baratheon (Daniel Ings), a jovial figure who lives up to his nickname, “The Laughing Storm.” His relationship with Dunk mirrors the bond between Robert and Ned in the early seasons of Game of Thrones, and Ings highlighted his co-star’s knack for comedy, even while playing the serious character of Dunk.

It was a lot of fun working with Peter; he’s a lot like Dunk – really kind, hilarious, and surprisingly down-to-earth. It was great being able to playfully interact with him through energetic and silly dancing.

Lyonel’s character, The Laughing Storm, demanded a bold approach, and Peter was completely enthusiastic about that. We didn’t have much time to rehearse, but we quickly found our rhythm on the first day, starting with the scene in the Baratheon tent where our characters get drunk and dance. Peter is incredibly open and loves comedy, and he’s a very talented actor who understands how to use it. We shared a similar comedic sensibility, which allowed us to really commit to the scene. It was great to have his serious demeanor play off my more wild energy.

Viewers who only watch the show haven’t met the Fossaway family yet, so ScreenRant asked Shaun Thomas (who plays Raymun) to share some background on his character and what’s happening with the Fossaways when the season begins.

You know, as a movie fan, I see Raymun as a genuinely good-hearted character. He’s the kind of guy who just wants to do what’s right and follows his instincts. That’s really at his core, I think – a happy, uncomplicated guy who leads with his heart.

Raymun comes from a family of entrepreneurs – they’re all very self-sufficient and make things like their own cider. I think that’s where he developed his natural business sense and people skills, likely from helping to sell the cider. He’s a smart businessman, even though he’s always friendly and approachable.

I’ve been really captivated by the relationship between Raymun and Dunk this season, and the showrunner, Thomas, had some interesting things to say about it. He basically gave us a peek behind the scenes of how they developed that dynamic.

During the first training session with Raymun and Steffon, Steffon’s interaction with Dunk surprises Raymun. This really strikes a chord with Raymun, who becomes fascinated by Dunk and wants to learn more about him. I think Raymun feels a connection to this large, former hedge knight, possibly because he sees a bit of himself – someone who feels inadequate – in Dunk.

Tanselle Too-Tall is another key character – a warm and friendly puppeteer who becomes friends with Dunk while he trains for the Ashford Tourney. The actor playing Tanselle explained how much work goes into her puppet shows and how her character contributes to the story.

The dragon puppet for the show was a real team effort – we all figured out how it would move together. It was huge and heavy, and took five or six people to operate – some controlled the wings, others the head, body, and tail. Honestly, they deserve all the credit, not me! They did an incredible job bringing that simple cardboard structure to life, and I just focused on making sure the choreography worked with how they needed to move it.

With the other puppet shows we created, it was a really collaborative process. We all worked together, planning everything out just like you would for any live stage production. The biggest adjustment was making sure we were positioned correctly for the camera, but honestly, it mostly felt like we were just rehearsing for a real performance!

Tanselle is a highly creative person who loves making things, like paintings, in her spare time. While she doesn’t necessarily thrive on being on stage, she still enjoys performing. She’s a long-time member and a leader within the troupe, having worked alongside her aunt and uncle for many years, and brings a lot of knowledge and experience to the group.

The new HBO adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s story is already impressing viewers with its smart changes to the original material. A recent clip showing Dunk and Egg’s first meeting demonstrates how these adjustments keep the story engaging while staying true to Martin’s world. For example, changing who initially plays the role of the “Puppets”—switching it from Dunk to Egg—subtly highlights Dunk’s dependence on his young squire and Egg’s quick thinking. Fans are sure to be watching closely for more changes like this.

You can revisit our interview with the cast and creator of the Game of Thrones prequel, recorded at New York Comic-Con.

2026-01-18 23:24