Warner Bros. will release a new Game of Thrones feature film in theaters in June 2029, according to American trade publications citing studio sources. The movie, titled Game of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest, will focus on Targaryen king Aegon I and his invasion of the land of Westeros, where he established the Targaryen dynasty across the Seven Kingdoms.
Production Team and Creative Direction
British director Owen Harris has signed on to direct the studio project, as reported by industry media based on studio sources. Harris previously directed A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, a prequel series that debuted on the streaming service HBO Max in January. Screenwriter Beau Willimon, who served as showrunner on the Netflix political drama series House of Cards, wrote the script for the upcoming feature film. Studio sources confirmed that casting details for the production remain unannounced.
Origins of the Franchise
Author George R.R. Martin created the underlying concept for the fantasy franchise through his multi-part book series. Those novels served as the narrative foundation for the television adaptation, which ran for eight seasons before concluding in 2019. The television series, known for political intrigue and dragons, became a major cultural phenomenon and one of the largest media hypes in television history. Belga supplied the original reporting for this project.
Game of Thrones Aegon's Conquest release date and plot
When will the Game of Thrones movie be released in theaters?
Studio sources report that Game of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest is scheduled to arrive on the big screen in June 2029.
What story will the film tell?
The movie centers on the conquest of Westeros by Targaryen king Aegon I, the historical figure who founded the Targaryen dynasty in the Seven Kingdoms.
Who is directing and writing the movie?
Owen Harris is attached to direct the project, while Beau Willimon authored the screenplay.