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Plot Summary
Set a thousand years ago in the early 11th century, Vikings: Valhalla chronicles the heroic beginnings of some of the most famous men that ever lived: legendary explorer Leif Erikson, his fiery sister Freydis Eriksdotter, and the ambitious European prince Harald Sigurdsson. As tensions between the Vikings and the English royal family escalate to the brink of war, and the Vikings themselves clash over their conflicting Christian and pagan beliefs, these three embark on an epic journey that will take them across oceans and battlefields.
Critical Reception
Vikings: Valhalla received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its action sequences, historical setting, and the performances of its cast. While some critics noted similarities to its predecessor, Vikings, the show was appreciated for forging its own identity and exploring new narrative avenues within the Viking saga.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense action and visually striking battle sequences.
Appreciated for its exploration of the religious and political tensions of the era.
Noted for strong performances from the lead actors, particularly Sam Corlett as Leif Erikson.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the show's engaging plot, impressive fight choreography, and compelling characters. Many viewers enjoyed the continuation of the Viking saga with new characters and storylines, finding it a worthy successor to the original series.
Fun Fact
The series is filmed primarily in County Wicklow, Ireland, utilizing many of the same stunning landscapes and historical locations that served as backdrops for the original 'Vikings' series.
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