Winnick, Alex Høgh Andersen & Jonathan Rhys MeyersVikings: Season 5 (2017) is a thrilling chapter in the epic saga of Norse warriors, created by Michael Hirst. Packed with brutal battles, shifting alliances, and political intrigue, this season explores the legacy of Ragnar Lothbrok and the power struggles that define the Viking world. The season begins with Bjorn Ironside (Alexander Ludwig), Ivar the Boneless (Alex Høgh Andersen), Ubbe (Jordan Patrick Smith), and Hvitserk (Marco Ilsø) vying for control following the death of their father, Ragnar.

Each brother takes a different path, igniting tensions that fracture their once united family. Meanwhile, Lagertha (Katheryn Winnick) defends her claim as Queen of Kattegat against relentless threats, including an uprising led by Ivar and Harald Finehair (Peter Franzén). Her leadership is tested as the battle for Kattegat escalates, with devastating consequences.

New to the series is Bishop Heahmund (Jonathan Rhys Meyers), a passionate and ruthless warrior-priest who becomes both a formidable enemy and a key player in the evolving power dynamics of England and Scandinavia. From Bjorn’s daring exploration of the Mediterranean to Ivar’s strategic conquest of York, the season showcases the Vikings’ ambition and resilience. As betrayals mount and alliances shift, the stage is set for an explosive confrontation that will shape the fate of the Viking world.

Vikings: Season 5 delivers stunning action, complex characters, and emotional depth, exploring themes of ambition, loyalty, and the cost of power in an unforgiving era.