# Game of Thrones franchise expansion

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/game-of-thrones-franchise-expansion
> Updated: 2026-09-06T14:42:25.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 3.

The ‘Game of Thrones’ franchise is undergoing expansion through various television and stage productions. Upcoming television projects include a fourth and final season of ‘House of the Dragon’, expected in 2028, and a second season of the spin-off ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’, anticipated for early 2027.

In live performance, the stage play ‘The Mad King’—an adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s ‘A Song of Ice and Fire’ series written by Duncan Macmillan—has seen significant interest. Following a sold-out run at the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon, the production is confirmed to move to London in 2027. George R.R. Martin confirmed the move on his official blog, though specific venue and premiere dates are yet to be announced. Speculation has suggested the production may move to the Troubadour Greenwich Peninsula Theatre.

The play, which dramatizes Robert’s Rebellion and the end of Aerys II Targaryen’s reign, has received critical acclaim. Outlets such as The Guardian and The Independent awarded it four stars, while WhatsOnStage described it as a ‘soaring, surging spectacle.’ Discussions regarding a potential world tour, including possible dates in the United States, remain ongoing.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-06: Game of Thrones stage prequel to move to London in 2027

The Game of Thrones stage prequel 'The Mad King' will transfer to London in 2027 following sold-out performances and critical acclaim for its depiction of Robert’s Rebellion.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-of-thrones-stage-prequel-to-move-to-london-in-2027

### 2026-09-03: Game of Thrones: The Mad King to move to London in 2027

Following a sold-out run in Stratford-upon-Avon, the stage play ‘Game of Thrones: The Mad King’ is scheduled to transfer to London in 2027, with potential world tour plans under discussion.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-of-thrones-the-mad-king-to-move-to-london-in-2027

### 2026-08-11: Game of Thrones franchise expands with new series and stage projects

The Game of Thrones universe expands with a planned final season of House of the Dragon in 2028, a second season of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms in 2027, and the stage play The Mad King.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-of-thrones-franchise-expands-with-new-series-and-stage-projects

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