Vikings, Seasons 1-5

Farmer family man and rebel Ragnar Lothbrok is determined to sail west to discover new lands and riches despite an intimidating warning from his village’s tyrannical leader Lord Haraldson who makes it clear in no uncertain terms that doing so could result in severe consequences.

Ragnar and his men decide to sail west behind Lord Haraldson’s back. Unbeknownst to them one of Haraldson’s spies sees them depart on their journey which sets in motion a plan for Haraldson to make them pay for their disobedience if they return alive.

Ragnar and his men look for and discover many riches on the Northeast coast of England while causing tremendous bloodshed in the process. When the men return home an incensed Lord Haraldson lays down a harsh punishment for their defiance.

The Vikings set sail to the town of Hexham in search of riches and find a church that more than satisfies their appetite for plunder. However as they’re returning back to their ship they run into worthy opponents determined to make them pay for their violent actions. Meanwhile back in Kattegat Haraldson becomes aware that one of his emissaries was killed by Ragnar and plots to have Ragnar pay deeply for his sin should Ragnar return from his latest journey alive.

Looking to do some serious physical damage to Ragnar Haraldson’s men show up at his home. When they discover he’s away the men terrorize Lagertha and the children while savagely wreaking havoc on Ragnar’s farm animals which sets the stage for an all-out battle to the death when Ragnar returns.

Though severely battered and injured Ragnar vows revenge on Earl Haraldson and orders Floki to request a one-on-one combat challenge against the chieftain on his behalf. Haraldson knows his personal reputation is now at stake and has no choice but to accept or live with shame. The townspeople are aware this is more than simply a combat; its outcome will dictate their futures including who will be the next Earl.

The Saxons are prepared to relentlessly shed blood as the Vikings draw closer to the Royal Villa of King Aelle. Aethelwulf the King's brother and a warrior of great reputation rallies his warriors to overturn the 'heathen' invasion. When the Saxons march downstream they discover the Vikings have set up camp and a gory blood splattering battle erupts causing King Aelle to declare eternal war and retribution on Ragnar.

Disturbed by the death of his unborn son Ragnar decides to make the pilgrimage with his family to Uppsala to thank the gods and reflect on his future which he hopes will include a new son. Ragnar has also brought along Athestan who reveals that his Christian faith has waned to the point where he’s accepted the Vikings’ religious views. As Athelstan becomes indoctrinated with the Vikings’ worship of their gods he learns that they believe in sacrificing humans to please these gods and then is shocked to find out that he has been chosen by a priest to be one of those sacrificed.

Ragnar along with Rollo his son Bjorn and a small party travel north on behalf of King Horik to mediate a dispute about land the king wants to take from one of his adversaries Jarl Borg. Borg flat-out refuses to cooperate and make a deal with Ragnar and then convinces Rollo to help him fight for his land thus pitting brother against brother. Meanwhile a deadly fever has consumed the town of Kattegat where Ragnar's daughter Gyda and wife Lagertha remain putting their lives in grave danger.

The battle begins between Ragnar and King Horik’s forces against Jarl Borg. Borg is joined by Rollo and this Viking clash pits brother against brother. There can only be one victor. Meanwhile Princess Aslaug makes her way to Kattegat and brings with her a surprise that leaves Ragnar in a difficult predicament.

Four peaceful years have since passed with Ragnar as Earl. The time has come for an unlikely alliance to band together in pursuit of a common goal – a new raid on England. A storm pushes the Viking fleet to a new destination and on the beaches of Wessex Ragnar and his men may have met their match.

The Wessex Viking raid is in full swing and King Ecbert finds himself facing an entirely new kind of foe. While Ragnar races to dominate in the West Jarl Borg has his own plans in store for the future of Kattegat.

A meeting between two great men may pave the way for future compromise as Ragnar and Ecbert come face to face. Jarl Borg now rules Kattegat and with an iron fist and Rollo must now become the leader his people need in Ragnar’s absence.

Lagertha and Ragnar unite once again and together fight to win Kattegat back from Jarl Borg. Aslaug must face the truth of her prophecies. Athelstan struggles to define his faith. Bjorn must once again make a choice.

King Horik returns to Kattegat with a surprising proposition for Ragnar. Lagertha runs into a less-than-enthusiastic homecoming from her new husband. Athelstan struggling with his own inner demons becomes confidant to King Ecbert.

Ragnar and King Horik clash over how to dispense justice to Jarl Borg. In Wessex King Aelle arrives and Ecbert has an eye on a new alliance.

Princess Aslaug’s latest prophecy comes to fruition as she readies to give birth once more. Ragnar Horik and their new ally Lagertha set sail for Wessex - Ragnar and Horik have very different ideas about the true purpose of this trip.

Ragnar’s Viking warriors march on to King Ecbert’s villa and are met with a surprisingly vicious welcome party along the way. After a bloody battle both sides must come to new terms.

Ragnar and King Horik return to Kattegat and the final showdown between two Viking leaders is at hand. Ragnar has placed his trust in those who have stood by him and now the time has come for new alliances to be made.

Ragnar and Lagertha’s fleets depart Kattegat once more for Wessex and this time they bring a group to colonize there. King Ecbert hosts the Norsemen and proposes a deal. Despite the misgivings of some of the other leaders Ragnar leads his forces into battle once more but this time as allies of Wessex.

Lagertha and Athelstan help to establish the Viking settlement in Wessex. Harbard a mysterious wanderer arrives in Kattegat realizing the forewarned dreams of Aslaug Siggy and Helga.

King Ecbert visits the developing Viking settlement as the first harvest is sown and rebuffs criticism from his leading nobles. The Wessex/Viking forces charge into battle with Mercia. In Kattegat Harbard arrives in the Great Hall and his mysterious aura fascinates Aslaug and Helga but Siggy remains suspicious. There are strange and tragic happenings in Kattegat and Siggy suspects Harbard is the cause.

The victorious Wessex/Viking forces return to Wessex but there is rancour in the Viking camp - Floki is angry over the alliance with Ecbert and is resentful of the influence that he feels Athelstan has over Ragnar. Princess Kwenthrith makes some calculating political moves following the battle at the Hill of the Ash in Mercia. Visitors from the past arrive in Hederby at Kalf’s invitation.

The fleet returns to Kattegat to find tragic circumstances await. Lagertha learns that her Earldom has been usurped and convinces Ragnar to travel to Hederby with her in an effort to reclaim her title. Ragnar causes great surprise when he announces the next raid. The Seer has interesting prophecies for Rollo.

Preparations for the Paris raid pick up pace and Rollo ponders the Seer’s prophecy about his destiny. Ragnar is informed of Aethelwulf’s massacre at the settlement in Wessex and Kalf arrives in Kattegat with some new allies and some familiar faces. Porunn and Judith both deliver children; but with new life there is also death.

The appearance of the Viking fleet causes panic among the population of Paris. The defence of Paris is in the hands of its Commander Count Odo who is confident that the city is prepared for the attack. The Emperor Charles urged by his daughter Gisla announces in Court he will remain in the city. The Vikings establish camp downriver from the city and plan their attack.

The Viking army embarks and Paris goes into lockdown as the army prepares the defense overseen by Count Odo. The Vikings are determined to make it through the gates of Paris and conquer the city; they will stop at nothing to succeed.

The Vikings go all out for a second assault on Paris. Recognizing the desperate state of affairs for his city Emperor Charles must make a difficult decision. In Wessex Judith is compelled to make a difficult decision of her own.

Rollo’s destiny is recognized and Bjorn steps up as a leader. With one last chance to take Paris Ragnar and his Vikings troops take a daring chance.

Entry to Valhalla eludes Ragnar but as he lies in his sick bed in Kattegat events unfold beyond his control. Bjorn orders the arrest of Floki for Athelstan’s murder while in Paris Rollo betrays the last of his Viking supporters to strengthen his position in the French Court. Meanwhile in Hedeby Kalf announces joint Earldom with Lagertha but is power-sharing Kalf’s true intention and is Lagertha actually willing to share what once was hers?

As Ragnar and Floki remain at odds in Kattegat Rollo makes great efforts in Paris to win over his new bride Princess Gisla. Bjorn’s survival skills are put to the test in the wilderness while King Ecbert sets the task for his son Aethelwulf to rescue Queen Kwenthrith from opposing forces in Mercia.

Ragnar tells Floki of a heavy price he has paid for his actions but as Floki remains a prisoner a mysterious visitor to Ragnar counsels mercy. Intrigue prevails at the French Court as Rollo finds an unlikely ally in Count Odo but can’t escape the contempt of his new bride. Bjorn must fight a fierce opponent in the wilderness but will he survive the threat that Erlendur and Kalf are sending his way?

The Yule Log burns in the Great Hall in Kattegat and though Floki must remain out in the cold other visitors are welcomed among them a Norwegian King and Bjorn with a new partner we’ve met before. King Aelle visits Wessex for Christmas and is not impressed with how family relations are developing. In Paris Rollo’s future hangs in the balance - can he win-over his new bride Gisla as a Papal Delegation arrives to arrange a divorce?

There’s an air of betrayal at Court in Paris and Wessex as those whom Odo trusts plot against him and Ecbert agrees to support Kwenthrith in Mercia but is Ecbert a true ally? Ragnar confides in Yidu his darkest secret. Pregnancy brings happiness to Lagertha and Kalf and a marriage is arranged but events on the wedding day take an unexpected turn.

Ragnar announces another raid on Paris at the Thing in Kattegat and although the fleet is battered by a storm after it sets-out the greatest challenge for the Vikings lies ahead in Paris where Rollo awaits. Ecbert also has a journey in mind as he dispatches Aethelwulf and Alfred on a pilgrimage to Rome.

In England King Ecbert’s ambitions are revealed as he schemes to gain the crown of Mercia while outside Paris the Vikings attack with considerable force but can they breach Rollo’s defenses? Meanwhile Harbard the mysterious wanderer returns and causes a stir amongst the women of Kattegat.

Defeat for the Vikings calls Ragnar’s leadership into question as they evacuate their camp and move back down-river. Ragnar himself remains inscrutable until he orders the fleet to beach at a cliff face and unveils an ingenious plan. Rollo and Gisla have news that strengthens Rollo’s position at the French Court whilst Count Odo fails to identify his true enemies with fatal consequences.

The labors of the Vikings eventually bear fruit as within sight of Paris they re-launch their boats but this time along with some interesting structures that Floki has made. Aethelwulf and Alfred eventually arrive in Rome and honors are conferred by Pope Leo but relations are not so cordial in Wessex between King Ecbert and the disgruntled King Aelle.

A ferocious battle between the Vikings and the French eventually comes down to Ragnar against Rollo and the outcome seals the fates of the two brothers.

Ragnar has returned to Kattegat where he devises a plan to return to Wessex to right past wrongs.

The Kattegat locals chide Ragnar that the gods have deserted him as he struggles to crew his voyage to Wessex. Bjorn prepares to fulfill his dream of exploring the Mediterranean.

Ragnar and Ivar face a difficult decision in regard to their crew. Bjorn has an unexpected reunion.

Lagertha attempts to fulfill a long-held ambition. Ragnar negotiates an unexpected concession from King Ecbert.

Ragnar and Ivar plot against the Saxons and reach a new level of understanding.

Bjorn's fleet sails onward and launches a surprise attack. Back in Kattegat Lagertha continues in her quest for power.

The Viking Army begins to gather in Kattegat. Lagertha must remain vigilant in the absence of her son Bjorn.

Ragnar's plan comes to fruition the Viking Army lands on the coast of Northumbria.

The Viking Army causes panic in the English Countryside as King Ecbert and Aethelwulf plan the defense of the realm.

Prince Aethelwulf finds himself subject to the Vikings' battle master plan. Ecbert remains behind with a plan of his own.

Tensions mount between the sons of Ragnar Lothbrok as the Vikings continue to threaten the very heart of England. As the Great Army moves to take York with King Aethelwulf and his family still in hiding Heahmund the warrior bishop must rally the Saxons to defend the Realm.

As the Vikings establish their stronghold in York Ivar is determined to lead the Great Army. In Kattegat Lagertha misjudges King Harald and pays a heavy price. Floki arrives at a mysterious land.

Celebrations are cut short in the aftermath of the battle at York. Ragnar Lothbrok�s sons are pitted against each other as tensions reach an all-time high and each is forced to choose a side.

Guided by Bishop Heahmund�s visions the Saxons devise a battle plan. Ivar the Boneless strategizes on his own as the Vikings undergo increasing pressure. Bjorn Ironside finds himself in a new territory and must convince the local commander he is a trader and not a raider.

Ivar meets his match in Bishop Heahmund while Floki returns to Kattegat and Bjorn receives a lavish welcome in North Africa.

Lagertha is betrayed and Bjorn must find a way to support the distraught queen. Floki and his settlers arrive in a new land but it is far from what they expected.

Bjorn returns to Kattegat to learn that an attack is to take place during the next full moon. Ivar must decide if he can place his trust in a former enemy on the battlefield.

The battle for Kattegat begins. As the two armies line up to fight the Great Heathen Army must decide between a final plea for peace or all-out war. Floki faces discord amongst the settlers.

The army leaders consider their options in the aftermath of the battle. In Floki�s camp all hopes of binding the community together are dashed as tragedy unfolds.

There is a sense of doom in Kattegat and in the ensuing bloodshed brother will kill brother just as predicted. As the defeated army flee in the face of the victors a legendary warrior is making his way home.

Rollo is welcomed home to Kattegat after Ivar is crowned the new king. Bjorn Lagertha and Ubbe must flee Ivar�s murderous forces and rely on unsteady alliances to survive.

Heahmund�s loyalty is tested creating an uncertain fate for those in his company. In Iceland Floki fights to understand the will of the gods and the new ruler of Kattegat may have met his match.

Heahmund fights to convince King Alfred of his religious intents in defense of the Crown. Ubbe and Torvi strengthen the position of the Vikings but not everyone supports their strategy. Another settler disappears in Iceland.

Contrary to the celebrations in Kattegat grief hits Iceland and Floki must now make a fated decision. Harald�s army approaches Wessex and a conspiracy grows against King Alfred in Court.

Bishop Heahmund is wracked with guilt as he fights to renounce his passions. Vikings will clash with Saxons on the battlefield leaving a key figure lost in the calamity.

Bjorn achieves one of Ragnar�s dreams and King Alfred faces his greatest threat yet. A new plan is conceived while Ivar prepares for a divine arrival and a settler returns to Iceland in terrible condition.

In York Bjorn makes a strategic deal. Wessex is once again threatened by a Viking force with concern of who will lead the Saxon army to defend the Realm. An unexpected turn amongst the settlers leaves Floki powerless.

Ivar is treated to a surprise Hvitserk is severely tested and Floki makes an amazing discovery. Three Danish Kings massed their armies in Reading and Ubbe�s negotiations may have a perilous outcome.

Ubbe is forced into hand-to-hand combat. Floki reaches new depths and is met by a shocking sight. Bjorn sets off for Scandinavia with an old rival.

A new battle for Kattegat is on and only the gods know who will emerge victorious.