9 TV shows similar to Vikings

1. Vikings: Valhalla

Vikings: Valhalla

• United States, 2022 - present.
• History, action.
• 2 seasons.
• IMDb: 7.3.

Scandinavian warriors pave the way in a complex developing world, where they have to beat out their right to exist with blood and where they no longer have a place. Among the main characters are such powerful personalities as Leif Eriksson, who went to America, Freydis Eriksdottir, the daughter of Eric the Red, Harald the Severe and others.

Vikings: Valhalla is a spin-off of the original series. The action takes place about a hundred years after the events that occurred in the "Vikings". The perfect sequel for fans of the saga who never got to say goodbye to the project.

2. Dragon House

House of the Dragon

• United States, 2022 - present.
• Fantasy, action.
• 1 season.
• IMDb: 8.5.

The Targaryen dynasty became the most powerful. However, strife within the family leads to a gradual loss of influence. Each Targaryen considers himself the main contender for the throne, which leads to war.

The Game of Thrones prequel is reminiscent of the Vikings series in its

medieval battles and political intrigues. There are many exciting plot twists, as well as interesting characters.

3. The Last Kingdom

The Last Kingdom

• UK, 2015–2022.
• Action, drama.
• 5 seasons.
• IMDb: 8.5.

Alfred the Great conquered from the Danish Vikings earth. A war is coming to bring them back. A descendant of the Saxons, Uhtred was kidnapped by the Vikings as an infant, but now he must decide which side to take in the upcoming battle.

The series is a perfect replacement for Vikings: it is full of bloody action and also tells an English story, but no longer from the Scandinavian side. Although the historical accuracy, like that of the Vikings, is rather conditional in the project.

4. Witcher

The Witcher

• United States, 2019 - present.
• Fantasy, adventure.
• 2 seasons.
• IMDb: 8.1.

The lone hunter Geralt of Rivia is trying to find his place in the world. One day, fate brings him to a sorceress and an exiled princess. The three of them have a tough road ahead of them.

Like Vikings, The Witcher has great combat and well-chosen action scenes. Although fans of the books and games about Geralt of Rivia do not feel the best about the series, fans of the Vikings may like it. Coming out at the end of June 2023 third season.

5. black sails

Black Sails

• USA, 2014-2017.
• Action, drama.
• 4 seasons.
• IMDb: 8.2.

Pirates control the Caribbean, and the British Navy wants to deal with them. Captain Flint is a formidable rogue who is ready to rise up against the empire in order to maintain control over the territory.

The series "Black Sails" is similar to the "Vikings" in a lot of battles and atmosphere. There is also an exciting plot, drama, and authentic costumes.

6. Fall of the Order

Knightfall

• United States, 2017-2019.
• Action, drama.
• 2 seasons.
• IMDb: 6.8.

The Holy Grail is lost due to the fall of Acre, and now the existence of the order Templars threatened by. To escape, the knights must find the Christian relic at all costs.

Order Fall is one of History's biggest projects. He, like the "Vikings", relies on real facts, but embellishes the story a little. Fans of the series will also like the show because it tells the story of warriors forced to fight for survival in a changing world.

7. Rome

Rome

• UK, 2005–2007.
• Drama, history.
• 2 seasons.
• IMDb: 8.7.

Caesar is preparing to enter Rome in triumph - the ruler has already conquered Gaul. Pompey is convinced that the return of the ruler will disturb the peace and stop the prosperity of Rome. A collision is brewing that will change history forever.

Rome is filled with intense action scenes. It is similar to the Vikings series in terms of the presence of prominent personalities and the way in which there is a struggle for power between them.

8. Barbarians

Barbaren

• Germany, 2020.
• Action, history, drama.
• 2 seasons.
• IMDb: 7.2.

Arminius - the son of the leader of the Germanic tribe, sent to Rome with his brother. The hero returns to his homeland, becoming a Roman officer. Now he will have a difficult choice in the upcoming war: he must decide whether to fight for his family or for Rome.

Like "Vikings", "Barbarians" tells about the Germanic tribes. Civilizational conflict is also touched upon. The abundance of battles, political intrigues, a vivid plot - "Barbarians" can be considered the series closest to the "Vikings" even though they are about different times and peoples.

9. Spartacus: Blood and Sand

Spartacus: Blood and Sand

• United States, 2010–2013.
• Action, drama.
• 3 seasons.
• IMDb: 8.5.

Spartacus and his wife are enslaved. A captive warrior becomes a gladiator. His influence grows, and the hero decides to defy circumstances in order to save himself and his family.

"Spartacus" allows a lot of liberties - it does not fit too well historical In reality, the creators did not go into details and did not accurately convey the hard life of a gladiator in Ancient Rome. However, the series will appeal to viewers with a vivid plot, excellent fight scenes and a narrative line.