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The Last Kingdom

"England is born"

8.2
5 seasons
46 episodes
Ended
Action & Adventure
Drama
War & Politics

Plot Summary

A show of heroic deeds and epic battles with a thematic depth that embraces politics, religion, warfare, courage, love, loyalty and our universal search for identity. Combining real historical figures and events with fictional characters, it is the story of how a people combined their strength under one of the most iconic kings of history in order to reclaim their land for themselves and build a place they call home.

First Aired:October 10, 2015
Last Aired:March 9, 2022
Episode Runtime:1h 0m
Networks:
Netflix, BBC Two
Created By:
Stephen Butchard

Cast & Characters

Where to watch free (US)

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Seasons (6)

Season 1
8.0

Season 1

8 episodes

Aired: 2015

In Season 1, young Saxon noble Uhtred transforms into a warrior and seeks to regain the lands annexed by his cunning uncle.

Season 2
8.3

Season 2

8 episodes

Aired: 2017

In season 2, while the bloody struggle between Saxons and Vikings engulfs the land, Uhtred sets out to avenge his slain family and reclaim his ancestral home.

Season 3
8.3

Season 3

10 episodes

Aired: 2018

As Alfred's health weakens -- and with it his dream of a united England -- Uhtred must take command and confront a new threat, Danish warlord Sigrid.

Season 4
8.3

Season 4

10 episodes

Aired: 2020

As Edward and Aethelflaed spar over the future of Mercia and their father's dream of a united England, Uhtred tries to recover his lost birthright.

Season 5
8.2

Season 5

10 episodes

Aired: 2022

A fragile peace has reigned in England for years, but Uhtred believes that trouble is just over the horizon — and events soon confirm his suspicions.

Production

Carnival Films

BBC Two

BBC America