Everybody and their dragon-loving cousin has fallen for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. The 2026 adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s Dunk and Egg novellas charms nearly 13 million U.S. viewers per episode and boasts a 95 percent critic approval rating, thanks to the witty camaraderie between Ser Duncan the Tall, played by Peter Claffey, and his clever squire, Egg, played by Dexter Sol Ansell.

The same excitement is building for season 2 as Ser Duncan the Tall might receive a fan-approved book upgrade.

Fans may dare to hope that Ser Duncan the Tall will finally sport long hair in season two. Peter Claffey, the actor behind the honorable knight, joined showrunner Ira Parker in a joint interview for Collider. The discussion made clear the difficulty in casting someone capable of both Dunk’s imposing stature and his blend of humor and gravitas.

"Yeah, I did not cut my hair until with fingers crossed hopes that we got to do it again." Claffey waved his own locks and quipped about season two possibilities, hinting that Dunk’s shaggy, sun-streaked hair might finally make its debut.

"It was very important to have a faithful adaptation," Ira Parker said to Collider, that these words that George R.R. Martin repeated multiple times during their first meeting in Santa Fe. The creators clearly aimed to capture Dunk’s rough, humble silhouette, setting him apart from the more polished knights and nobles of Westeros.

Claffey keeping his hair long underscores the team’s commitment to faithfully portraying Dunk while preserving the playful and charming energy that has captivated fans from the very start. Now that season 2 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is definitely happening, fans might just get to see a long-haired Ser Duncan the Tall

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If fans get the long-haired version of Ser Duncan the Tall, the adaptation edges even closer to perfection.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has been lauded as a faithful adaptation, capturing the warmth, humor, and grounded storytelling of the novellas. The series emphasizes character connections and personal moments over political machinations, which sets it apart from other entries in the franchise.

Major plot points, including the Ashford Tourney and the Trial of Seven, remain central, and the chemistry between the leads brings the story to life. Their adventures feel genuine, and fans can see the charm and spirit of the original tales reflected on screen.

Television adjustments include flashbacks to Dunk’s early life and expanded roles for supporting characters like Rafe. Egg is given a more proactive role during the Trial of Seven, and a handful of gory or humorous moments were omitted, whose backlash the executive producer had to address, but the adaptation remains faithful overall.

Through careful tweaks and attention to detail, the series enhances the story without altering its essence. Its fidelity to tone, dialogue, and characterization has made it a standout adaptation that appeals to both longtime fans and newcomers.

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