Be warned: This article reveals key plot points from episode 4, “Seven,” of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms season 1. The series is a significant success for the broader A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms universe.
HBO’s second Game of Thrones spinoff, House of the Dragon, tells a more intimate story than its predecessor, focusing on the adventures of a wandering knight, Dunk (Peter Claffey), and his young apprentice, Egg (Dexter Sol Ansell). This approach lets the show explore everyday life in Westeros – the lives of common people – in a way we haven’t seen before, and it allows for a deeper look at ideas like honor and fairness. The most recent episode demonstrates just how well this is working.
The fourth episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, titled “Seven,” has become the highest-rated installment in the Game of Thrones universe in nearly a decade. It currently holds a 9.7/10 rating on IMDb. The last episode to achieve this level of praise was “Spoils of War” from Game of Thrones season 7, which aired in 2017. No episode of Game of Thrones or House of the Dragon has surpassed that rating since.
Several episodes of Game of Thrones received exceptionally high ratings: three scored a 9.9, one a 9.8, and six others, including “Spoils of War,” earned a 9.7. Although the show’s quality dipped in later seasons, the seventh season was still generally well-received. The episode “Spoils of War” is particularly memorable for its depiction of Daenerys Targaryen (Emilia Clarke) and her dragon, Drogon, overwhelming the Lannister army, along with her Dothraki forces – a truly iconic scene.
| Highest-rated Game of Thrones Episodes on IMDb | |
|---|---|
| Episode | IMDb Rating |
| Season 2, episode 9, “Blackwater” | 9.7 |
| Season 3, episode 9, “The Rains of Castamere” | 9.9 |
| Season 4, episode 2, “The Lion and the Rose” | 9.7 |
| Season 4, episode 6, “The Laws of Gods and Men” | 9.7 |
| Season 4, episode 8, “The Mountain and the Viper” | 9.7 |
| Season 4, episode 10, “The Children” | 9.7 |
| Season 5, episode 8, “Hardhome” | 9.8 |
| Season 6, episode 5, “The Door” | 9.7 |
| Season 6, episode 9, “Battle of the Bastards” | 9.9 |
| Season 6, episode 10, “The Winds of Winter” | 9.9 |
| Season 7, episode 4, “Spoils of War” | 9.7 |
Season 7 features a particularly memorable moment: Daenerys’s first use of a dragon in battle on Westeros. Meanwhile, the storyline “The Seven” from A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms presents a compelling narrative that examines the ethics of chivalry. After Dunk protects Tanselle from Prince Aerion, he’s tasked with assembling a team of six other knights to participate in a trial by combat.
As Dunk travels, some friends readily offer their help, but one is persuaded to switch sides. This results in Lyonel Baratheon unexpectedly knighting Raymun Fossoway, reminding viewers of the knight’s vow to defend the helpless, and ultimately, Prince Baelor Targaryen siding with Dunk despite being from a rival family.
Since it aired on February 6, 2026, “Seven” has quickly become a highlight of the series. A key moment is Dunk’s powerful speech, where he challenges the nobles of Westeros and declares his support for a just cause—all set to the iconic Game of Thrones theme song. The episode cleverly ends right before the combat trial begins, leaving viewers on a compelling note.
If A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms continues for 12 to 15 seasons, the show will have plenty of opportunities to deliver memorable scenes that highlight its central ideas. Plus, the third season of House of the Dragon is coming out this summer, and it’s possible that the critically praised series will still produce its strongest episodes and even surpass Seven in popularity.
The last two episodes of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ first season will become available on HBO and HBO Max on February 15th and 22nd, 2026.
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