The Last Kingdom: Season 1

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The Last Kingdom: Season 3

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BBC America | Netflix | Season Premiere Date: October 10, 2015

Starring: Ian Hart, Adrian Bower, Alexander Dreymon

Summary: After his noble Saxon parents were killed by the invading Vikings, a young Uhtred (Tom Taylor) was taken and raised one of them. As a grown man (Alexander Dreymon), he finds himself in Wessex, where King Alfred the Great (David Dawson) has thus far kept the Vikings from conquering his lands in this adaptation of Bernard Cornwell's series,After his noble Saxon parents were killed by the invading Vikings, a young Uhtred (Tom Taylor) was taken and raised one of them. As a grown man (Alexander Dreymon), he finds himself in Wessex, where King Alfred the Great (David Dawson) has thus far kept the Vikings from conquering his lands in this adaptation of Bernard Cornwell's series, The Saxon Stories.… Expand

Genre(s): Drama, Action & Adventure

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E8. Episode 8
Air Date: November 28, 2015
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S1:E7. Episode 7
Air Date: November 21, 2015
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S1:E6. Episode 6
Air Date: November 14, 2015

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Uncle Barky Ed Bark

Oct 9, 2015

It all meshes together in enthralling fashion with a tale that’s understandable and a setting that’s tailor made for picturesque vistas. Last Kingdom livens up Saturday nights with Emmy caliber storytelling and oft-sumptuous production values. Read full review

Dennis Perkins

Oct 9, 2015

The show’s many battle scenes play out in bloody, muddy confusion that’s nonetheless rendered with reliable clarity of storytelling, and, while Uhtred’s position as a hero torn between two worlds is central, it’s also not elevated much above the larger context of the story the show tells so consistently well. Read full review

TV Guide Magazine Matt Roush

Sep 24, 2015

This is smart, satisfying entertainment that brings new life to ancient history. [28 Sep - 11 Oct 2015, p.17]

Brian Lowry

Oct 7, 2015

After an hour or two, the series has taken on a life of its own, offering a reminder that there’s always room, at least on a niche basis, for another good one. Read full review

Nancy DeWolf Smith

Oct 9, 2015

The truthful background of this high-stakes history makes it thrilling on a deeper level. Along with the battle scenes and other entertainments, the series reflects many challenges of today’s world. Read full review

Ray Rahman

Oct 5, 2015

Shifting allegiances and unpredictable motives are what keeps this sometimes hoary show compelling. [9 Oct 2015]

Rob Owen

Oct 5, 2015

As "Thrones"-aping series go, The Last Kingdom is a better bet than plenty of others. It's easier to follow than "Bastard Executioner" and less battle-crazy than "Vikings," occupying a gentler middle ground. Read full review

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Destinyisall

Dec 21, 2018

Having binge watched 9 out of 10 episodes on Netflix it then took a few days to watch the last episode knowing that once watched there would be no more for another year. I simply love this show. The characters are so engaging and mesmerising to watch. Never have I hated a man so much inHaving binge watched 9 out of 10 episodes on Netflix it then took a few days to watch the last episode knowing that once watched there would be no more for another year. I simply love this show. The characters are so engaging and mesmerising to watch. Never have I hated a man so much in Aethelwold that I yearned for his death through most of season 3, a credit to the actor that plays him. Uhtred is fantastic yet again and in this season he has to battle with so many different trials and emotions, I just wanted to reach into the TV and give him a big hug! I will definitely be watching this over and over again until the next season arrives.… Expand

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Tacostand23

Nov 21, 2018

This is just one of those shows that keeps getting better and better and really makes you love the characters and the story and the fact that its loosely based on real life makes it even better. This to me is just as good as Game of Thrones and better than Vikings. I never cared aboutThis is just one of those shows that keeps getting better and better and really makes you love the characters and the story and the fact that its loosely based on real life makes it even better. This to me is just as good as Game of Thrones and better than Vikings. I never cared about ANYBODY on the Vikings show. It's a nice time period piece but thats it. The Last Kingdom makes each individual person special. The actors are incredible with their range, and the battles and action enthralling.… Expand

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Al5421

Oct 21, 2015

I've watched the first two episodes and the series so far is excellent. I think it is one of the most historically accurate (medieval) television shows out there ... more so than say 'The Vikings' etc.. I have only read one of Cornwell's novels (from the Sharpe series) so I am not familiarI've watched the first two episodes and the series so far is excellent. I think it is one of the most historically accurate (medieval) television shows out there ... more so than say 'The Vikings' etc.. I have only read one of Cornwell's novels (from the Sharpe series) so I am not familiar with this work ... but the filming, acting and story are excellent. I think out of all the historical-fiction on television this is one of the best. I am giving 'The Last Kingdom' a 10.… Expand

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AWESOM-0

Jan 1, 2020

Very cool show, not too serious, but a fun watch. Kind of like supernatural, the characters are awesome and the main story is cool, but there is a lot of fluff there.

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quincytheodore

Oct 12, 2015

The boy who walks with the Vikings.

For a medieval adventure, The Last Kingdom moves at a strikingly fast pace with unhinged ferocity and undiplomatic cultural clash. Audience might be familiar with The Vikings and it does have similar characters. Both series sets in the same timeline andThe boy who walks with the Vikings.

For a medieval adventure, The Last Kingdom moves at a strikingly fast pace with unhinged ferocity and undiplomatic cultural clash. Audience might be familiar with The Vikings and it does have similar characters. Both series sets in the same timeline and world, but this one is told from the perspective of an England boy. This is a fresh rendition of epic saga that creates solid characters in highly perilous time, relying less on stylish ambiance and more on gritty dusty violence.

Uthred, son of Uthred, is a boy meant to inherit an earldom. Then a series of unfortunate events carries him from luxurious to eventual warrior life. All of which happen in far greater pace than most television series. It introduces characters and sends them off to whatever fate tomorrow may hold for them, it has no place and time for wallowing.

Admittedly, this grants a much cinematic presentation, it also keeps the plot and characters very well refined. Script presents just the right amount of bantering for the personalities to be identifiable, establishing the relationship without wasting a moment. As its peers have done, it also brings skirmishes and brutality. Action is straightforward mayhem, grounded in presentably realistic warfare of the time. There's no shortage of carnage or blood here.

However, it might encounter a few issues later on. The transition could feel too brief, audience barely has enough time to invest before it shifts the plot pretty significantly. While it doesn't gloss over details, some subplots could've been more thorough. There are plenty of characters passing by even in span of one episode, that it simply has no time to cover them all and this rapid pace might not match runtime of a series.

The Last Kingdom is an intriguing epic tale. Granted, comparison could be made with Game of Thrones or The Vikings, be it a blessing or a curse, but it's strong enough to stand on its own and definitely a worthy foray to another medieval realm.… Expand

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rak_ib

Oct 9, 2020

Just finished season 1 few days ago now i'm enjoying season 2.Have to say this seems like a very good series in a while.I have enjoyed the characters music costume background score location & set.Most importantly the story/plot is solid.If u like series with past histories like knightsJust finished season 1 few days ago now i'm enjoying season 2.Have to say this seems like a very good series in a while.I have enjoyed the characters music costume background score location & set.Most importantly the story/plot is solid.If u like series with past histories like knights warriors kings queens prince & princess vikings Danes then highly recommended.You will definitely fall in love with it.This series has some mistakes & flaws but they are so little & easily ignore-able.Nothing is perfect in this world.I wanna specially mention that many watchers comparing it with game of thrones while i find it has very little similarities with GOT instead heavily identical with Vikings series.Welcome to the world of The last kingdom! enjoy it! Destiny is all !!… Expand

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roxannevictor1

Oct 30, 2018

I cannot remember a series that pulled me in so quickly. The acting is outstanding in every role from small to star. The settings are realistic and the story is compelling. This is movie quality on television, one you cannot wait to see the next episode of. There are characters you love andI cannot remember a series that pulled me in so quickly. The acting is outstanding in every role from small to star. The settings are realistic and the story is compelling. This is movie quality on television, one you cannot wait to see the next episode of. There are characters you love and ones you love to hate. You will be mouth agape or yelling at the screen. I hope this series runs for years. There are enough books by the author, and it is just that good, camera, sets, acting.… Expand

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Series Overview
Season 5

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- Season 5 Overview
  Air Date: March 9, 2022
Season 4

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- Season 4 Overview
  Air Date: April 26, 2020
Season 3

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- Season 3 Overview
  Air Date: November 19, 2018
Season 2

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- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: March 5, 2017
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: October 10, 2015
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  S1:E8. Episode 8
  Air Date: November 28, 2015
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  S1:E7. Episode 7
  Air Date: November 21, 2015
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  S1:E6. Episode 6
  Air Date: November 14, 2015
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  S1:E5. Episode 5
  Air Date: November 7, 2015
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  S1:E4. Episode 4
  Air Date: October 31, 2015
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  S1:E3. Episode 3
  Air Date: October 24, 2015
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  S1:E2. Episode 2
  Air Date: October 17, 2015
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  S1:E1. Episode 1
  Air Date: October 10, 2015