Vikings

Vikings, first aired in 2013, follows the legendary Norse hero Ragnar Lothbrok as he rises from farmer to king, leading raids across England and beyond. The series blends historical figures with myth, exploring themes of loyalty, ambition and religious conflict. It gained praise for its brutal realism, detailed costuming and nuanced depiction of Viking society. While not always historically precise, it captures the spirit of the age with striking visuals and complex characters. As the story expands to include Ragnar’s sons, it shifts into a broader saga of dynastic rivalry and cultural change at the edge of medieval Europe.