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.
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- Seasons
- 6
- Episodes aired
- 89
- Latest aired
- S06E11
- Total runtime
- 2d 19h
Timeline when each season aired
- Season 1 March 2013 – April 2013 9 episodes
- Season 2 February 2014 – May 2014 10 episodes
- Season 3 February 2015 – April 2015 10 episodes
- Season 4 February 2016 – February 2017 20 episodes
- Season 5 November 2017 – January 2019 20 episodes
- Season 6 December 2019 – December 2020 20 episodes
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S04E01 A Good Treason
February 18 · 47min find the promo
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A dangerously ill Ragnar returns to Kattegat, where his suspected death kicks off a scramble to succeed him. Meanwhile, Lagertha engages in a power struggle with her calculating, former second in command, Kalf. Rollo betrays his heritage and remains in Frankia. Floki pays the price for his brutality against the Christian priest.
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S04E02 Kill the Queen
February 25 · 44min find the promo
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As Ragnar and Floki remain at odds, Rollo makes great efforts in Paris to win over his new bride, Princess Gisla. Meanwhile, King Ecbert sets the task for his son Aethelwulf to rescue Queen Kwenthrith.
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S04E03 Mercy
March 3 · 49min find the promo
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Floki learns of the heavy price he has paid for his actions. Rollo finds an unlikely ally in Count Odo. Bjorn has to fight a fierce opponent in the wilderness.
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S04E04 Yol
March 10 · 44min find the promo
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King Aelle goes to Wessex for Christmas and is not impressed with how family relations are developing. Rollo's future hangs in the balance.
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S04E05 Promised
March 17 · 45min find the promo
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There's an air of betrayal as those whom Odo trusts plot against him. Ecbert agrees to support Kwenthrith in Mercia. Pregnancy brings happiness to Lagertha and Kalf and a marriage is arranged.
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S04E06 What Might Have Been
March 24 · 44min find the promo
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Ragnar declares another raid on Paris at the Thing in Kattegat. Ecbert also has a journey in mind as he dispatches Aethelwulf and Alfred on a pilgrimage to Rome.
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S04E07 The Profit and the Loss
March 31 · 45min find the promo
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In England, King Ecbert's true ambitions are revealed as he plots to gain the crown of Mercia. The Vikings attack Paris with considerable force, but will Rollo's defenses be too much for them to overcome? Meanwhile, Harbard, the mysterious wanderer, returns and causes a stir amongst the women of Kattegat.
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S04E08 Portage
April 7 · 45min find the promo
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Defeat for the Vikings calls Ragnar's leadership into question as they evacuate their camp and move back down river. Ragnar 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.
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S04E09 Death All 'Round
April 14 · 45min find the promo
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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 built. 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.
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S04E10 The Last Ship
April 21 · 44min find the promo
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A ferocious battle between the Vikings and the French eventually comes down to Ragnar against Rollo. The outcome will seal the fate of the two brothers.
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S04E11 The Outsider
November 30 · 45min find the promo
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Ragnar returns to Kattegat and formulates a plan to head back to Wessex, where he intends to right past wrongs.. Meanwhile, Lagertha plans a power play in Kattegat and Bjorn prepares to fulfill his long-held dream to explore the Mediterranean in a sleek new boat built for him by Floki.
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S04E12 The Vision
December 7 · 44min find the promo
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The Kattegat locals chide Ragnar that the gods have deserted him as he struggles to crew his voyage to Wessex. It's Bjorn who has charisma now as he prepares to fulfill his long-held dream to explore the Mediterranean in a sleek new boat built for him by Floki. By contrast, Ragnar must accept weathered boats and a crew he has bribed but when Aslaug foresees that the fleet will be lost in a vicious storm her warnings go un-heeded by Ragnar and her precious son, Ivar.
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S04E13 Two Journeys
December 14 · 46min find the promo
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Ragnar's fleet is shipwrecked and washes up on the Wessex coast, but without enough survivors to form a credible force, Ragnar and Ivar have a difficult decision to make. Rollo meets his Viking comrades again and can't resist the urge to join Bjorn's voyage, risking his marriage and his new Frankish identity. Ragnar too is taking a risk as he carries Ivar towards the Royal Villa in Wessex – throwing himself and his son upon the mercy of King Ecbert.
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S04E14 In the Uncertain Hour Before the Morning
December 21 · 45min find the promo
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Ragnar's faith is tested.
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S04E16 Crossings
January 4 · 43min find the promo
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Bjorn's fleet sails onward and launches a surprise attack. Back in Kattegat, Lagertha continues in her quest for power.
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S04E17 The Great Army
January 11 · 44min find the promo
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The Viking army begins to gather in Kattegat. Lagertha must remain vigilant in the absence of her son, Bjorn.
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S04E18 Revenge
January 18 · 52min find the promo
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Ragnar's plan comes to fruition. The Viking army lands on the coast of Northumbria.
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S04E19 On the Eve
January 25 · 44min find the promo
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The Viking army causes panic in the English countryside as King Ecbert and Aethelwulf plan the defense of the realm.
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S04E20 The Reckoning
February 1 · 46min find the promo
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Prince Aethelwulf finds himself subject to the Vikings' battle master plan. Ecbert remains behind with a plan of his own.