Vikings
Season 5
201720 episodes
Season five begins with Ivar the Boneless asserting his leadership over the Great Heathen Army, while Lagertha reigns as Queen of Kattegat. Ivar’s murder of his brother Sigurd sets the stage for vicious battles to come as Ragnar’s sons plot their next moves after avenging their father’s death. Bjorn follows his destiny into the Mediterranean Sea and Floki who is suffering from the loss of his wife Helga, takes to the seas submitting himself to the will of the Gods. This season is full of startling alliances and unbelievable betrayals as the Vikings fight to rule the world.
Episode 1
The Departed (1)
Nov 29, 201746m
TMDB rating 7.4TMDB
Tensions mount between the sons of Ragnar Lothbrok as the Vikings continue to threaten the very heart of England. As the Great Army moves to take York, with King Aethelwulf and his family still in hiding, Heahmund—the warrior bishop—must rally the Saxons to defend the Realm.
Episode 2
The Departed (2)
Nov 29, 201744m
TMDB rating 7.3TMDB
Tensions mount between the sons of Ragnar Lothbrok as the Vikings continue to threaten the very heart of England. As the Great Army moves to take York, with King Aethelwulf and his family still in hiding, Heahmund—the warrior bishop—must rally the Saxons to defend the Realm.
Episode 3
Homeland
Dec 6, 201744m
TMDB rating 7.7TMDB
Celebrations are cut short in the aftermath of the battle at York. Ragnar Lothbrok's sons are pitted against each other as tensions reach an all-time high, and each is forced to choose a side.
Episode 4
The Plan
Dec 13, 201744m
TMDB rating 7.2TMDB
Guided by Heahmund's visions, the Saxons devise a battle plan. Ivar the Boneless strategises as the Vikings undergo increasing pressure. Bjorn Ironside finds himself in a new territory and must convince the local commander he is a trader.
Episode 5
The Prisoner
Dec 20, 201748m
TMDB rating 7.2TMDB
Ivar meets his match in Heahmund. Floki returns to Kattegat. Bjorn receives a lavish welcome in North Africa.
Episode 6
The Message
Dec 27, 201747m
TMDB rating 7.1TMDB
Lagertha is betrayed, and Bjorn must find a way to support the distraught queen. Floki and his settlers arrive in a new land, but it is far from what they expected.
Episode 7
Full Moon
Jan 3, 201845m
TMDB rating 6.8TMDB
Bjorn returns to Kattegat to learn that an attack will take place during the next full moon. Ivar must decide if he can place his trust in a former enemy on the battlefield.
Episode 8
The Joke
Jan 10, 201846m
TMDB rating 7.5TMDB
The battle for Kattegat begins and, as the two armies line up to fight, the Great Heathen Army must decide between a final plea for peace or all-out war. Floki faces discord among the settlers.
Episode 9
A Simple Story
Jan 17, 201846m
TMDB rating 6.8TMDB
The army leaders consider their options in the aftermath of the battle. In Floki's camp, all hopes of binding the community together are dashed as tragedy unfolds.
Episode 10
Moments of Vision
Jan 24, 201846m
TMDB rating 6.6TMDB
A sense of doom looms over Kattegat as bloodshed ensues. The defeated army flees in the face of the victors. A legendary warrior makes his way home.
Episode 11
The Revelation
Nov 28, 201845m
TMDB rating 7.2TMDB
Ivar is crowned the new king of Kattegat just in time to welcome Rollo home. Bjorn, Lagertha and Ubbe must rely on unsteady alliances to survive.
Episode 12
Murder Most Foul
Dec 5, 201845m
TMDB rating 7.0TMDB
Bjorn, Lagertha and Ubbe face an uncertain fate as Heahmund's loyalty is tested. Floki fights to understand the will of the gods. Ivar may have met his match.
Episode 13
A New God
Dec 12, 201845m
TMDB rating 6.5TMDB
Heahmund must try to convince King Alfred that his actions are in defense of the Crown. Ubbe and Torvi strengthen the position of the Vikings but not all in the Viking camp support their strategy. Another settler disappears in Iceland.
Episode 14
The Lost Moment
Dec 19, 201844m
TMDB rating 6.6TMDB
As the celebrations for Ivar continue in Kattegat, grief hits Iceland and Floki must now make a fated decision. Harald's army approaches Wessex. A conspiracy grows against King Alfred.
Episode 15
Hell
Dec 26, 201845m
TMDB rating 7.5TMDB
Bishop Heahmund is wracked with guilt as he fights to renounce his passions. Viking will clash with Saxon on the battlefield leaving a key figure lost in the balance.
Episode 16
The Buddha
Jan 2, 201944m
TMDB rating 7.2TMDB
Bjorn achieves one of Ragnar's dreams. Ivar hatches a new plan while preparing for a divine arrival. In Iceland, a settler returns in a terrible state. King Alfred faces his greatest threat yet.
Episode 17
The Most Terrible Thing
Jan 9, 201946m
TMDB rating 7.1TMDB
An unexpected turn amongst the settlers leaves Floki powerless. King Alfred confronts Judith. In York, Bjorn must strike a deal with Harald. Wessex is once again threatened by a Viking force, but who will lead the Saxon army to defend the Realm?
Episode 18
Baldur
Jan 16, 201945m
TMDB rating 7.0TMDB
Hvitserk is severely tested. Floki makes an amazing discovery. Freydis gives Ivar a surprise. Ubbe negotiates with the three Danish Kings that have massed their armies in Reading, but the negotiations may have a perilous outcome.
Episode 19
What Happens in the Cave
Jan 23, 201944m
TMDB rating 7.3TMDB
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.
Episode 20
Ragnarok
Jan 30, 201945m
TMDB rating 7.5TMDB
A new battle for Kattegat is on and only the gods know who will emerge victorious.