Warner Bros. has set a 2029 release date for 'Game of Thrones: Aegon's Conquest,' the first feature film set in the Game of Thrones franchise's fictional world of Westeros, according to multiple outlets. Owen Harris is directing from a screenplay by Beau Willimon.
Sources disagree on the exact release date: Variety and Independent Journal Review report June 1 or June 6, 2029, while Deadline reports June 1, 2029.
According to Deadline, the film reportedly centers on Aegon I, described as the first Lord of the Seven Kingdoms. No cast or production start information has been announced, per Deadline.
Deadline also noted that Warner Bros. is soon to be taken over by Paramount, according to its report, a detail not mentioned by other outlets.
How each side covered it
Left
- The Verge and Hollywood Reporter reported the 2029 scheduling of the film.
- Variety specified a June 6, 2029 release date.
- Left-leaning outlets named Owen Harris as director and Beau Willimon as screenwriter.
“‘Game of Thrones’ Finally Hitting Big Screen in 2029 With Warner Bros.’ ‘Aegon’s Conquest’” — The Hollywood Reporter
Center
- Deadline reported a June 1, 2029 release date, differing from some other outlets.
- Deadline noted Warner Bros. is soon to be taken over by Paramount.
- Deadline reported the film reportedly centers on Aegon I, the first Lord of the Seven Kingdoms.
“‘Game Of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest’ Movie Gets 2029 Release Date” — Deadline
Right
- Independent Journal Review cited a June 1, 2029 release date, attributing it to 'most outlets.'
- The Daily Caller framed the film as the franchise's 'biggest adventure yet.'
- Right-leaning outlets confirmed Owen Harris directing from Beau Willimon's script.
“Game of Thrones Film Set for June 1, 2029” — Independent Journal Review
Questions readers ask
What is 'Game of Thrones: Aegon's Conquest'?
It is the first movie set in the Game of Thrones franchise's fictional world of Westeros, scheduled for release by Warner Bros. in 2029, directed by Owen Harris from a script by Beau Willimon.
When does 'Aegon's Conquest' come out?
Reports differ: Variety and Independent Journal Review cite dates of June 1 or June 6, 2029, while Deadline reports a June 1, 2029 release.
Who is directing and writing the film?
Owen Harris, known for 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,' is directing from a screenplay by Beau Willimon.
What is the movie about?
According to Deadline, the film reportedly centers on Aegon I, described as the first Lord of the Seven Kingdoms, though full plot details have not been announced.
Has a cast been announced?
No, according to Deadline, no cast or production start information has been announced yet.
Sources · 7 outlet reports
- Los Angeles TimesLeft-leaning‘Game of Thrones’ movie ‘Aegon’s Conquest’ will hit theaters summer 2029
- The Hollywood ReporterLeft-leaning‘Game of Thrones’ Finally Hitting Big Screen in 2029 With Warner Bros.’ ‘Aegon’s Conquest’
- The VergeLeft-leaningA Game of Thrones movie is scheduled for 2029.
- VarietyLeft-leaning‘Game of Thrones’ Movie ‘Aegon’s Conquest’ Sets Summer 2029 Release Date
- DeadlineCenter‘Game Of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest’ Movie Gets 2029 Release Date
- Independent Journal ReviewRight-leaningGame of Thrones Film Set for June 1, 2029
- The Daily CallerRight-leaningGame Of Thrones’ Sets The Stage For Its Biggest Adventure Yet With Aegon’s Conquest Film