Season 5 returns with the arrival of a legendary Duke Rollo, who causes upheaval in a Kattegat. Bjorn, Lagertha and Heamund flee Ivar's forces, but Ivar's reign will not go unchallenged and old enemies will become allies to defeat the despot.
Rollo is welcomed home to Kattegat after Ivar is crowned the new king. Bjorn, Lagertha and Ubbe must flee Ivar’s murderous forces and rely on unsteady alliances to survive.
12. Murder Most Foul
December 4, 2018
44min
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Heahmund’s loyalty is tested creating an uncertain fate for those in his company. In Iceland, Floki fights to understand the will of the gods and the new ruler of Kattegat may have met his match.
13. A New God
December 11, 2018
44min
TV-14
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Heahmund fights to convince King Alfred of his religious intents in defense of the Crown. Ubbe and Torvi strengthen the position of the Vikings but not everyone supports their strategy. Another settler disappears in Iceland.
14. The Lost Moment
December 18, 2018
44min
TV-14
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Contrary to the celebrations in Kattegat, grief hits Iceland and Floki must now make a fated decision. Harald’s army approaches Wessex and a conspiracy grows against King Alfred in Court.
15. Hell
December 25, 2018
44min
TV-14
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Bishop Heahmund is wracked with guilt as he fights to renounce his passions. Vikings will clash with Saxons on the battlefield leaving a key figure lost in the calamity.
16. The Buddha
January 1, 2019
44min
TV-14
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Bjorn achieves one of Ragnar's dreams and King Alfred faces his greatest threat yet. A new plan is conceived while Ivar prepares for a divine arrival and a settler returns to Iceland in terrible condition.
17. The Most Terrible Thing
January 8, 2019
44min
TV-14
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In York, Bjorn makes a strategic deal. Wessex is once again threatened by a Viking force with concern of who will lead the Saxon army to defend the Realm. An unexpected turn amongst the settlers leaves Floki powerless.
18. Baldur
January 15, 2019
44min
TV-14
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Ivar is treated to a surprise, Hvitserk is severely tested and Floki makes an amazing discovery. Three Danish Kings massed their armies in Reading and Ubbe's negotiations may have a perilous outcome.
19. What Happens in the Cave
January 22, 2019
44min
TV-14
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Ubbe is forced into hand-to-hand combat. Floki reaches new depths and is met by a shocking sight. Bjorn sets off for Scandinavia with an old rival.
20. Ragnarok
January 29, 2019
45min
TV-14
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A new battle for Kattegat is on and only the gods know who will emerge victorious.