The features a blend of longtime fan favorites and pivotal newcomers who drive the civil wars and international expansions of the Norse world.
Bjorn continues his journey as the archetypal Viking hero. In Season 5, Bjorn is no longer just trying to live up to his father’s name; he is forging his own path. Ludwig brings a grounded gravitas to the role, balancing Bjorn’s desire for exploration (his journey to the Mediterranean) with the heavy responsibility of leadership. He stands as the moderate force between his fanatical brothers. viking cast season 5
Entertainment Weekly 9m "Vikings" Baldur (TV Episode 2019) - Full cast & crew - IMDb Cast * Katheryn Winnick. Lagertha. * Gustaf Skarsgård. Floki. * Alexander Ludwig. Bjorn Lothbrok. * Peter Franzén. King Harald Fin... IMDb Show all Katheryn Winnick as Lagertha : The shield-maiden and Queen of Kattegat. This season, she faces challenges to her rule while dealing with the fallout of her past actions. Winnick also made her directorial debut this season with episode 8. Gustaf Skarsgård as Floki : Devastated by the loss of his wife, Helga, Floki sets sail on a solo journey that leads him to discover a "land of the gods," modern-day Iceland. His storyline focuses on establishing a new settlement. Alexander Ludwig as Bjorn Ironside : Ragnar’s eldest son, who explores the Mediterranean and later returns to Kattegat to challenge Ivar for the throne. Alex Høgh Andersen as Ivar the Boneless : The primary antagonist of the season, Ivar’s tactical brilliance and descent into megalomania (believing himself to be a god) fuel much of the civil war. Jordan Patrick Smith as Ubbe : The most moderate of Ragnar's sons, who eventually allies with Lagertha and Bjorn, even converting to Christianity to secure land for his people in Wessex. Marco Ilsø as Hvitserk : Ragnar's son who struggles with his identity, eventually siding with Ivar before questioning his loyalty. Peter Franzén as King Harald Finehair : A Viking king with ambitions to rule all of Norway, who frequently shifts alliances to further his own power. Show more Significant New Additions and Returns Season 5 introduced several high-profile actors to fill the vacuum left by previous departures. Jonathan Rhys Meyers as Bishop Heahmund : A "warrior bishop" and a skilled fighter who becomes both a foil and an ally to the Vikings. Adam Copeland (Edge) as Kjetill Flatnose : A seasoned warrior who joins Floki’s expedition to Iceland, whose character eventually reveals a darker, more ambitious side. Alicia Agneson as Freydis : A former slave who becomes Ivar’s queen, manipulating his belief in his own divinity. Clive Standen as Rollo : Ragnar's brother returns in the second half of the season, revealing secrets about Bjorn's parentage. Show more Supporting and Recurring Cast Character Actor Role/Significance Torvi Georgia Hirst Wife of Ubbe and a loyal shield-maiden The features a blend of longtime fan favorites