The Last Kingdom is a historical drama television series based on The Saxon Stories by Bernard Cornwell. Set during the late 9th and early 10th centuries, it chronicles the life of Uhtred of Bebbanburg, a Saxon nobleman who is captured and raised by Danish Vikings after his family is killed during a raid. As he grows, Uhtred finds himself torn between the culture of the Danes who raised him and his birthright in the Christian Saxon world.
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The story begins during the reign of King Alfred the Great of Wessex, who envisions a unified England under Christian rule. Though Uhtred is a pagan and often reluctant to serve Saxon rulers, his warrior skill and strategic mind make him an invaluable asset in the battles against the invading Danes. Over time, Uhtred becomes embroiled in the political and military conflicts shaping the future of the island, struggling to reclaim his ancestral home of Bebbanburg, which was taken from him by his uncle.
As the series progresses, Uhtred forms uneasy alliances with kings, warriors, and even former enemies. He faces betrayal, heartbreak, shifting loyalties, and spiritual dilemmas, all while trying to preserve his identity and protect those he loves. The series culminates in the feature-length finale Seven Kings Must Die, where Uhtred, now aged and battle-worn, must confront one last war that will determine the fate of the emerging English nation.
Through personal sacrifice and unwavering determination, Uhtred becomes a legendary figure a man caught between two worlds, whose legacy is critical to the formation of England, yet whose place in history remains uncertain.
CAST
Alexander Dreymon as Uhtred of Bebbanburg
A Saxon-born nobleman raised by Danes, Uhtred is a fierce warrior caught between two worlds. His goal throughout the series is to reclaim his ancestral home.
David Dawson as King Alfred
The pious and strategic King of Wessex who seeks to unite England. Alfred sees Uhtred as both a threat and a necessity.
Emily Cox as Brida
A Saxon girl raised alongside Uhtred by Danes. Fiercely loyal to the Norse way of life, Brida becomes a ruthless warrior and Uhtred’s enemy in later seasons.
Ian Hart as Father Beocca
A Saxon priest and one of Uhtred’s oldest allies. Wise, compassionate, and deeply loyal.
Eliza Butterworth as Aelswith
Alfred’s devout Christian wife, often in conflict with Uhtred due to his pagan beliefs.
Mark Rowley as Finan
An Irish warrior and Uhtred’s most loyal companion, known for his humor and bravery.
Arnas Fedaravicius as Sihtric
A Danish-born warrior and one of Uhtred’s trusted men. Son of Kjartan.
Ewan Mitchell as Osferth
The illegitimate son of a nobleman and a monk turned warrior who joins Uhtred’s group.
Millie Brady as Lady Aethelflaed
The daughter of Alfred and future Lady of Mercia. Intelligent, brave, and one of Uhtred’s closest allies (and love interests).
Timothy Innes as King Edward
Alfred’s son, who inherits the throne and continues the struggle to unite England.
Stefanie Martini as Eadith
A noblewoman who becomes an important figure in Uhtred’s circle during the later seasons.
Adrian Schiller as Aethelhelm the Elder
A power-hungry nobleman and political manipulator, father of Edward’s second wife.
Harry Gilby as Aethelstan
The future king of a united England, raised and mentored by Uhtred. Becomes the central figure in Seven Kings Must Die.
Seasons Timeline
Season Release Year Platform(s)
Season 1 2015 BBC America / BBC Two
Season 2 2017 BBC Two & Netflix (co-production)
Season 3 2018 Netflix exclusive
Season 4 2020 Netflix
Season 5 2022 Netflix
Seven Kings Must Die (film) 2023 Netflix (finale film)
Rating: 10 Stars 🤩😍
