Shows Like Vikings
The adventures of Ragnar Lothbrok, the greatest hero of his age. The series tells the sagas of Ragnar's band of Viking brothers and his family, as he rises to become King of the Viking tribes. As well as being a fearless warrior, Ragnar embodies the Norse traditions of devotion to the gods. Legend has it that he was a direct descendant of Odin, the god of war and warriors.
Ranked by shared creators, cast, themes, genre, and network — not just generic recommendations.
Vikings: Valhalla
Direct sequel set 100 years later, same franchise, same Norse world, Vikings vs English warfare
The Tudors
Created by Michael Hirst; same creator's signature: power-hungry ruler, political betrayal, brutal court drama
Camelot
Co-created by Michael Hirst; Dark Ages Britain, brutal power struggle, same creator's historical drama style
The Last Kingdom
Vikings invading Saxon England, same era and geography, gritty serialized warrior drama, overlapping audience
Rome
HBO historical epic, political intrigue + battlefield action, multi-lead serialized narrative, same prestige-drama audience
Game of Thrones
Epic serialized saga of power and war, morally grey kings, brutal battles, same core prestige TV audience
House of the Dragon
Dynastic power struggle, dark tone, violent battles, serialized prestige drama; GoT universe fans overlap heavily with Vikings fans
Black Sails
Historical action-adventure, morally complex outlaw protagonist rising to power, gritty serialized narrative
Spartacus: House of Ashur
Sword-and-sandal warrior drama, brutal combat, power politics in the gladiatorial world; Spartacus franchise continuation
Peaky Blinders
Serialized rise-to-power saga, ruthless charismatic lead, gritty historical setting, same prestige drama audience
Taboo
Dark historical period drama, fierce lone warrior protagonist operating outside society, brutal and atmospheric
Britannia
Roman invasion of ancient Britain, dark pagan atmosphere, warrior culture and brutal conflict, same historical-drama tone
Sharpe
Historical warrior hero rising through ranks via battle skill, period action-drama; different era but same archetype
Knightfall
Medieval historical drama, warrior brotherhood, religious and political intrigue; similar era and action-drama format
Twilight of the Gods
Norse mythology setting, Vikings, adult animation with brutal combat; shares mythology/world but different medium
Merlin
Dark Ages Britain, Arthurian legend, medieval action-adventure; lighter tone but same historical fantasy shelf
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
Epic fantasy with large-scale battles, political intrigue, dark tone; high-fantasy cousin to historical epics like Vikings
Arcane
Serialized war-driven narrative with morally grey factions and high emotional stakes; tonal sibling despite animated fantasy genre
The Crown
Prestige historical drama about royalty, power and dynasty; same thoughtful serialized format, different era and tone
How Good Is Vikings?
Ratings across IMDb and TMDB, plus our verdict.
Where to Watch Vikings
Streaming, rental, and purchase options across 40+ countries.
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Frequently asked about Vikings
Common questions people search for, with answers written by us at MoviesPack.
Why does Ragnar fake his own death and return to Kattegat?
After the disastrous second raid on Paris and years of self-imposed exile, Ragnar returns in disguise to test who among his sons has the ambition and strength to follow in his footsteps. He also carries enormous guilt over abandoning the English settlement at Wessex, and his return is partly a penance — he intends to go back to England, knowing it will likely mean his death, to answer for what happened to the settlers.
What is the significance of Ragnar's visions of Odin throughout the series?
Ragnar's recurring visions of a one-eyed wanderer — understood to be Odin — represent his deep spiritual connection to Norse fate and his belief that he is destined for greatness chosen by the gods. These visions intensify as Ragnar begins to question his faith and flirt with Christianity, reflecting his internal conflict between the old Norse worldview and the new religion he encounters in England. The show treats the visions ambiguously, leaving open whether they are divine contact or the manifestations of a restless, visionary mind.
Why does Athelstan abandon the priesthood and embrace the Viking way of life?
Athelstan is captured as a slave during Ragnar's first raid on Lindisfarne, and prolonged immersion in Viking culture — combined with Ragnar's genuine curiosity about his faith — creates a profound identity crisis. He comes to deeply care for Ragnar's family and finds that his Christian faith cannot provide simple answers to what he witnesses and experiences. By the time he accompanies Ragnar back to England, Athelstan exists in a liminal space between both worlds, which is precisely what makes him valuable to Ragnar and ultimately marks him for a martyr's death at Floki's hands.
What motivates Floki to kill Athelstan, and is he punished for it?
Floki murders Athelstan out of fanatical devotion to the Norse gods, believing Athelstan's growing Christian faith is a corruption poisoning Ragnar and the Viking people. He sees himself as an instrument of the gods' will rather than a murderer. Ragnar discovers the truth and eventually condemns Floki, but rather than execute him, Ragnar chains him inside a cave filling with water — a prolonged, torturous punishment — though Floki ultimately survives, spared by what he interprets as the gods' mercy.
What happens to Ragnar at the end of Season 4, and what are the consequences for his sons?
Ragnar is captured by King Aelle of Northumbria and executed by being thrown into a pit of venomous snakes — a death that mirrors the legendary historical account of Ragnar Lothbrok's end. Before dying, Ragnar taunts Aelle by prophesying that his sons will avenge him, setting in motion the historical Great Heathen Army. The second half of Season 4 and beyond follows Bjorn and his brothers launching a massive invasion of England specifically to enact the 'blood eagle' on Aelle, fulfilling Ragnar's dying prophecy.