The Last Kingdom

As Alfred the Great defends his kingdom from Norse invaders, Uhtred--born a Saxon but raised by Vikings--seeks to claim his ancestral birthright.

Genre: Action, Drama, History

Cast:Alexander Dreymon , Eliza Butterworth , Arnas Fedaravicius , Mark Rowley , Emily Cox , James Northcote , Millie Brady , Timothy Innes , Cavan Clerkin , Ian Hart , Ewan Mitchell , David Dawson , Adrian Schiller , Harry McEntire , Jeppe Beck Laursen , Adrian Bouchet , Toby Regbo , Stefanie Martini

1Season 1

S1.E1 ∙ Episode #1.1

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

After Uhtred follows his father to the battlefield, he watches his father's death from the sidelines, when the invading Danes capture Uhtred he is brought up as one of them after proving himself.

2Season 1

S1.E2 ∙ Episode #1.2

Thu, Oct 29, 2015

Uhtred and Brida are on the run. Uhtred attempts to clear his name for a wedding massacre. Brida finds an inventive use for a twig.

3Season 1

S1.E3 ∙ Episode #1.3

Thu, Nov 5, 2015

Uhtred wins the protection of Alfred, but this newfound allegiance might also cost him his relationship with Brida. Meanwhile, Brida harbors a secret of her own.

4Season 1

S1.E4 ∙ Episode #1.4

Sat, Oct 31, 2015

A cunning tactical play by King Alfred keeps Uhtred close at heel, but it's not long before Uhtred realizes he's been tricked and his relationship with the King hits a new low. Meanwhile, a great battle looms over Wessex.

5Season 1

S1.E5 ∙ Episode #1.5

Sat, Nov 7, 2015

Uhtred puts himself forward for a daring stealth mission to outflank the Danes and destroy their ships, but in the process he attracts Ubba's attention and is challenged to a one-on-one fight to the death.

6Season 1

S1.E6 ∙ Episode #1.6

Sat, Nov 14, 2015

Uhtred and Leofric lead a raiding party to Cornwall, on a mission for wealth and independence. The party becomes mercenaries for a Cornish King and Uhtred attracts the attention of a beautiful sorceress queen named Iseult. Iseult's charms and the promise of silver make Uhtred feel like he finally has the chance of a new start. However, when he returns to Wessex he is faced with the wrath of King Alfred and a judgment that leaves both his life and the life of his best friend Leofric hanging in the balance.

7Season 1

S1.E7 ∙ Episode #1.7

Sat, Nov 21, 2015

Uhtred and Leofric must face off against each other in a death match-a consequence of their actions in Cornwall. But there are ominous signs of a greater battle to come - The Danes launch an invasion on Wessex, pouring through the streets and killing all in their path. Running for their lives in an escape to find safety, a bond is finally struck between Uhtred and King Alfred; the two men recognize they must now stand and fight together if Wessex is to be reclaimed. Uhtred realizes that his best chance of regaining Bebbanburg rests on Alfred's return to the throne.

8Season 1

S1.E8 ∙ Episode #1.8

Sat, Nov 28, 2015

The future of England is at stake and the King refuses to hide. He is a man on a mission. Leaving the cover of the marshes, a united King Alfred and Uhtred must get word to Saxon forces; they make a rallying call to all Saxon armies to converge at Egbert's Stone to fight a decisive battle against the Danes. Treachery, deception and heartache follow, though hope remains. Wessex can still be saved, but at what cost to Uhtred?

1Season 2

S2.E1 ∙ Episode #2.1

Thu, Mar 16, 2017

Having helped Alfred defeat the Danes in Wessex Uhtred is anxious to return to Bebbanburg and reclaim his kingdom. Accompanied by feisty nun Hild he arrives in York where Beocca and Father Hreothward lead the fight against renegade brothers Erik and Siegfrid and aim to free local lord Guthred from Uhtred's old foe Kjartan with Alfred's blessing. Guthred is saved and vows to help Uhtred arrest Kjartan and the treacherous Aelfric though Kjartan escapes. Grateful Abbot Eadred canonizes Guthred but Uhtred's enemies are still plotting to defeat him. Meanwhile in Essex, Brida and Ragnar argue with Alfred over the next way forward.

2Season 2

S2.E2 ∙ Episode #2.2

Thu, Mar 23, 2017

Uhtred proves his worth to a grateful Guthred and when a group of horsemen arrives, claiming loyalty to Guthred but in reality sent by Kjartan. Uhtred is quick to see through their lies and all are swiftly dispatched, except one Sihtric, who agrees to change sides. Beocca leaves to return to Wessex but the baleful Eadred, still illogically mistrustful of Uhtred, and anxious for a peace treaty with Erik and Siegfrid. poisons the simple gullible Guthred against his former saviour, particularly in the light of Uhtred's fondness for Guthred's sister Gisela. As a result Guthred, anxious for a truce with the Danes, betrays Uhtred, handing him over to his enemies. Beocca seeks Alfred's help in freeing him with Alfred asking Ragnar to locate him before he is taken overseas.

3Season 2

S2.E3 ∙ Episode #2.3

Thu, Mar 30, 2017

Uhtred is a galley slave on a Viking ship but Aelfric is angry that Guthred did not kill him and breaks the alliance, joining with Erik and Sigefrid to take Durham with savage violence. To appease Aelfric Guthred offers his sister Gisela in marriage but Gisela, in love with Uhtred, refuses and goes into hiding. In Wessex Alfred arranges the marriage of his daughter Aethelflaed to the young king of Mercia Aethelred and sends Hild and Ragnar to rescue Uhtred, which they accomplish when the ship comes ashore to winter. Uhtred is reunited with Gisela but Alfred holds the rescue and the killing of the odious Eadred over him to force him back into the king's service.

4Season 2

S2.E4 ∙ Episode #2.4

Thu, Apr 6, 2017

Married by Beocca to Gisela, Uhtred joins Ragnar and Alfred's nephew, the reluctant Aethelwold, and others including Hild and Beocca to travel north and defeat Sigefrid and Erik - and ultimately Kjarten, meeting up with Brida on the way. An early victory sends the treacherous brothers into exile and later brings Uhtred's party to visit a contrite Guthred, who now approves the storming of Durham, and release of Ragnar's sister, Thyra. The town is successfully captured and Ragnar faces Kjartan in single combat, a victory for justice, though Thyra does not react as hoped.

5Season 2

S2.E5 ∙ Episode #2.5

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

Three years have passed. Uhtred has an estate in Wessex with Gisela and their two children. He receives a visit from Aethelwold, who tells him that a medium, Eilaf, has prophesied that he will replace Alfred as king of Wessex and Uhtred will become king of Mercia. Knowing that Alfred despises his brother's weakness Uhtred does not tell the king the whole story but also learns that Alfred means to marry his daughter Aethelflaed to young lord Aethelred of Mercia to provide an alliance. Another alliance is proposed when Erik returns, seeking Uhtred's cooperation in an attack on London. Instead Uhtred visits Eilaf, who tells him that one day he will be the ruler of all the kingdoms in England.

6Season 2

S2.E6 ∙ Episode #2.6

Thu, Apr 20, 2017

Alfred's daughter Aethelflaed is married to the arrogant, scheming Mercian lord Aethelraed, for whom both Uhtred and Aethelwold have nothing but disdain. Aethelraed is also a bullying husband, casting doubt on his wife's fidelity, but he manages to secure influence with the king by persuading him that Uhtred is not to be trusted. After failing to buy off Erik and Sigefrid following their capture of London Aethelraed and Uhtred join forces to lead a liberating army but find the city strangely empty. This is because, unknown to them, the Danish brothers have a more lethal plan of their own.

7Season 2

S2.E7 ∙ Episode #2.7

Thu, Apr 27, 2017

Tricked into abandoning their camp for an abortive attack on London the Saxons and Uhtred return to find it a scene of massacre with Thyra, now married to Beocca, among the few survivors and Aethelflaed captured by the Danes and taken to East Anglia as a hostage. Alfred is furious with Aethelred, to Aethelwold's delight, and sends him to negotiate her release . At the suggestion of Odda and Aethelwold, Uhtred accompanies him. However Aethelflaed finds captor Erik far more tender towards her than her brutal husband, who is richly humiliated by the Danes and she lets Uhtred know she has no desire to return to Wessex.

8Season 2

S2.E8 ∙ Episode #2.8

Thu, May 4, 2017

Uhtred returns to Alfred, keeping Aethelflaed's secret and allowing the king to believe he can ransom his daughter, setting him at odds with Odda and Aethelwold, who propose a military intervention. To his brother's annoyance Erik falls in love for his captive, and the two plan to escape with Uhtred's help, with Uhtred forced to choose between rescuing Aethelflaed and proving loyal to Alfred.

1Season 3

S3.E1 ∙ Episode #3.1

Mon, Nov 19, 2018

King Alfred's health is failing. As time runs out for him to unite the kingdoms of England, his greatest warrior Uhtred must lead Wessex in battle against the fearsome Bloodhair. When Uhtred is cursed by vicious seer Skade, tragedy follows.

2Season 3

S3.E2 ∙ Episode #3.2

Mon, Nov 19, 2018

When Uhtred commits a serious crime Alfred turns events to his advantage but is outraged when Uhtred retaliates with an act of violence. Uhtred must embark on a voyage and Skade's power takes hold - has he passed a place of no return?

3Season 3

S3.E3 ∙ Episode #3.3

Mon, Nov 19, 2018

Bloodhair and Athelwold try to coax Uhtred into their alliance against Alfred. Fearing for her life, Aethelflaed turns to Father Beocca for aid.

4Season 3

S3.E4 ∙ Episode #3.4

Mon, Nov 19, 2018

Uhtred turns his attention to Aethelflaed's plight. Alfred forces Edward to face his duty. Ragnar's army marches but traitors emerge from within.

5Season 3

S3.E5 ∙ Episode #3.5

Mon, Nov 19, 2018

A deadly betrayal threatens to splinter Ragnar's army. Uhtred forms a cunning battle plan and finds an unexpected ally in young Edward.

6Season 3

S3.E6 ∙ Episode #3.6

Mon, Nov 19, 2018

Edward makes a kingly decision. Alfred lays plans for his son's future reign. Aethelwold faces a treacherous task. Uhtred and Brida search out a seer.

7Season 3

S3.E7 ∙ Episode #3.7

Mon, Nov 19, 2018

A message from Uhtred and the machinations of Skade exploit divisions among the Danes. His health failing, Alfred wrestles with Aethelwold's fate.

8Season 3

S3.E8 ∙ Episode #3.8

Mon, Nov 19, 2018

Uhtred risks returning to Wessex to fulfil his vow to Brida. As the royal wedding approaches, Aethelwold spreads discord from the shadows.

9Season 3

S3.E9 ∙ Episode #3.9

Mon, Nov 19, 2018

At the end of his days, Alfred takes Uhtred into his confidence about his plans for Edward's uncertain future, but Aelswith charts a different course.

10Season 3

S3.E10 ∙ Episode #3.10

Mon, Nov 19, 2018

As a huge battle with the Danes is close, Edward has to make pivotal decisions that will affect the fates of Uhtred, Wessex - and England.

1Season 4

S4.E1 ∙ Episode #4.1

Sun, Apr 26, 2020

Uhtred receives news that Bebbanburg's defences have been weakened by Scottish attacks and plans to seize his birthright, but Edward refuses to help.

2Season 4

S4.E2 ∙ Episode #4.2

Sun, Apr 26, 2020

As Uhtred and his men draw closer to Bebbanburg, the prodigal son Wihtgar returns with some tricks up his sleeves. News of a treachery troubles Uhtred.

3Season 4

S4.E3 ∙ Episode #4.3

Sun, Apr 26, 2020

Uhtred suffers a great loss on his attack on Bebbanburg. As he retreats south, he takes some valuable captives. Aethelflaed prepares for war.

4Season 4

S4.E4 ∙ Episode #4.4

Sun, Apr 26, 2020

Aethelflaed and Uhtred ally with the Welsh king Hywel to face Cnut's army of a thousand warriors at the Battle of Tettenhall, hoping that they will be joined by Edward's troops.

5Season 4

S4.E5 ∙ Episode #4.5

Sun, Apr 26, 2020

As he lingers near death, Aethelred shows repentance. Ealdormen of Mercia vie for control of the land. Edward uses his niece Aelfwynn as a bargaining chip.

6Season 4

S4.E6 ∙ Episode #4.6

Sun, Apr 26, 2020

Eardwulf and his men pursue Uhtred's party as it flees through a countryside ravaged by disease. Tensions between Edward and the Mercians rise.

7Season 4

S4.E7 ∙ Episode #4.7

Sun, Apr 26, 2020

Aelfwynn suffers from the sickness sweeping the land. Edward proposes an unexpected path forward for Mercia. Cnut's kinsman Sigtryggr arrives in Wales.

8Season 4

S4.E8 ∙ Episode #4.8

Sun, Apr 26, 2020

Uhtred reluctantly prepares to take power in Mercia but he has an alternate plan in his mind. Brida joins the Danes in attacking the Welsh.

9Season 4

S4.E9 ∙ Episode #4.9

Sun, Apr 26, 2020

Brida and Sigtrggr lead the Danes to Winchester, guided by the traitor Eardwulf. Haesten ambushes Uhtred's party and seizes valuable captives.

10Season 4

S4.E10 ∙ Episode #4.10

Sun, Apr 26, 2020

As he awaits Aethelflaed's reinforcements, Edward besieges Winchester. Uhtred isn't convinced that conquest is really Sigtryggr's ultimate aim. Stiorra seeks to follow her own path. The wind shifts in Winchester.

1Season 5

S5.E1 ∙ Episode #5.1

Wed, Mar 9, 2022

Ill omens and border raids make Uhtred extra vigilant at his northern outpost. King Sigtryggr is visited by his notorious brother Rognvaldr.

2Season 5

S5.E2 ∙ Episode #5.2

Wed, Mar 9, 2022

A betrayal at Eoferwic sends Sigtryggr in search of aid, while Uhtred begs Aethelflaed for military support she cannot give. Edward meets a new ally.

3Season 5

S5.E3 ∙ Episode #5.3

Wed, Mar 9, 2022

In the aftermath of the tragic battle for Eoferwic, Sigtryggr is forced to make a painful choice. Edward learns of Aethelhelm's intrigues in Mercia.

4Season 5

S5.E4 ∙ Episode #5.4

Wed, Mar 9, 2022

Rivals secretly advance competing successors upon the death of a Mercian ruler. Brida finds solace in the faith of her prisoner, Father Pyrlig.

5Season 5

S5.E5 ∙ Episode #5.5

Wed, Mar 9, 2022

Aethelhelm's subterfuge successfully foments war tensions between Edward and Sigtryggr, but his thugs make a crucial mistake in attacking a pilgrimage.

6Season 5

S5.E6 ∙ Episode #5.6

Wed, Mar 9, 2022

The forces of Edward and Sigtryggr march toward battle as Uhtred races to reveal the truth of Aethelhelm's scheming and avert a ruinous war.

7Season 5

S5.E7 ∙ Episode #5.7

Wed, Mar 9, 2022

Edward offers a role to Stiorra that would restore her to power. Aethelhelm meets with a Saxon enemy. Uhtred has a long-overdue reckoning with Brida.

8Season 5

S5.E8 ∙ Episode #5.8

Wed, Mar 9, 2022

Upon learning of Aethelhelm's location, Uhtred proposes an audacious attack to rescue Aelfwynn and restore his birthright - but Edward is cautious.

9Season 5

S5.E9 ∙ Episode #5.9

Wed, Mar 9, 2022

Edward marches his troops north while Uhtred recruits a small force to infiltrate Bebbanburg. King Constantin arrives to meet his new bride, Aelfwynn.

10Season 5

S5.E10 ∙ Episode #5.10

Wed, Mar 9, 2022

Armies converge in an epic, final showdown that determines the fate of a king's dream for England - and Uhtred's hope for securing his family's future.