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Vikings

2012·Show
3Episodes in1Season

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6
  • Wonder6

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody3

World

History, war, and fantasy

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout cinematography and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8

Who it's for

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About

Vikings is a 2012 BBC television documentary series written and presented by Neil Oliver charting the rise of the Vikings from prehistoric times to the empire of Canute.
Historical DramaViking AgeBrutal WarfareScandinavian CulturePolitical IntrigueCharacter-DrivenMythology & ReligionEpic Scope

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Vikings

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Where can I stream Vikings legally?

You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Vikings worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Vikings rated?

ViolenceSexual contentStrong language

Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and strong language.

How many seasons does Vikings have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 3 episodes.

When did Vikings air?

It ran from 2012 to 2012 and has ended.

What language is Vikings in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Vikings?

6AUCADEFRGBUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Vikings in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Vikings use?

Doomed HometownCrisis of FaithWhole-Plot ReferenceKangaroo CourtExpository Hairstyle ChangeA Love to DismemberSlasher SmileToo Dumb to LiveImpaled PalmHeel–Face Revolving DoorSensual SlavsSomewhere, a Herpetologist Is Cryingand 306 more

TV Tropes lists 318 storytelling tropes for Vikings, including Doomed Hometown, Crisis of Faith, Whole-Plot Reference.