9 episodes

Vikings - Season 1

First aired Mar 3, 2013Season 1

Introducing the extraordinarily complex and violent world of the Norsemen, The History Channel's first scripted series races the gripping sagas of historical hero Ragnar Lothbrok. As claimed direct descendent of Odin, god of war and warriors, Lothbrok's mystical nature and devotion to the gods feeds his stealthy maneuvers and determination to become King of the Vikings.

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Community reviews for Vikings, shown here with its season details.

MovieGuys

Dec 18, 2019

Whilst Vikings may be based as much on myth, as fact, its core understanding of the world they lived in, makes it inherently watchable. Vikings were conquerors, traders, settlers, and politicians. All elements, that can be found blended in intricate and intriguing ways, in this series. Its helped too be decent acting, direction, fantastic sets and rich visuals. I do feel that said this series needs to come to an end soon as its really reached its potential and much more, will simply start to feel a little repetitive. A great watch. 9/10.

rspen46

Nov 13, 2022

10.0

Vikings is somewhat based on History, but either way, it's an excellent show with awesome Characters & I love the Actors in it. The locations & sets are perfect, the action outstanding, even if you don't like this kind of show, I would suggest it to anyone to give it a try. Once you get to know the people in it & get into the story, & it takes a few episodes, but once it gets rolling it's an overall awesome experience. 10/10 Rating for me.

TkA

Jul 31, 2026

10.0

**Such a great series, don't miss!** This is one of the best vikings TV series ever! I was hooked all the way through!\ \ It follows the rise of Ragnar Lodbrok, his life, family, loves, friends, his kingdom of Kattegat, his travels, conquests, and voyages, and his eventual death. Then it continues on following the same for his sons and friends.\ \ This series is such an excellent telling of the era, and incredibly immersive! It has excellent acting and storytelling, beautiful shots and dramatic battles, and the full uncensored barbarism vikings were known for.\ \ This is one you don't want to miss if you're into vikings, their history, or just pure entertainment!\ \ PS: if you're waiting for the battle shown in the intro credits, don't, that's the only place where you see it, at the start of every show.

Episodes

Episode 1

Rites of Passage

7.7

Mar 3, 201347 min125 votes

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.

Episode 2

Wrath of the Northmen

7.2

Mar 10, 201347 min103 votes

The journey west begins as Ragnar gathers a crew willing to risk their lives to travel into the unknown. Earl Haraldson's paranoia reaches new heights as his fear of Ragnar's success grows.

Episode 3

Dispossessed

7.7

Mar 17, 201345 min86 votes

Ragnar and his crew return from their trip with treasure, and Earl Haraldson has no choice but to sanction another raid. The west is open for the taking, and the Vikings' world will never be the same.

Episode 4

Trial

7.6

Mar 24, 201345 min84 votes

Ragnar and his crew sail out with Earl Haraldson's permission.

Episode 5

Raid

7.8

Mar 31, 201344 min83 votes

A seer reads Earl Haraldson's future and tells him that Ragnar searches for his death.

Episode 6

Burial of the Dead

7.8

Apr 7, 201344 min74 votes

Ragnar, weak and still hurt, must meet the Earl head-on after it comes to light that Rollo has been tortured on Haraldson’s orders. The two men will come together face to face with a single outcome possible: Only one man will leave this fight alive.

Episode 7

A King's Ransom

8.1

Apr 14, 201344 min75 votes

Three Viking ships sail toward the Royal Villa of King Aelle in eastern England. Ragnar wants ransom in exchange for peace, but the king has a very different plan in mind.

Episode 8

Sacrifice

7.2

Apr 21, 201347 min78 votes

The traditional pilgrimage to Uppsala to thank the gods brings a torrent of emotions for Ragnar, Lagertha, and Athelstan. Ragnar, pulling farther away from his wife goes to make peace with the death of his unborn son. Lagertha, still reeling from her miscarriage, wants to find out from the gods if more sons are in her future. As the Vikings come together to sacrifice and give thanks to their gods, Athelstan discovers just how strong his Christian faith still is.

Episode 9

All Change

7.3

Apr 28, 201345 min73 votes

Ragnar travels to Götaland to help King Horik resolve a land dispute with the area's leader, Jarl Borg. Meanwhile, sickness infects the village of Kattegat, and the people look to Lagertha to help them appease the gods.