If you loved
Vikings
Michael Hirst · Series · 2013
What hooked you in Vikings is the visceral fusion of historical grit with the weight of ancient, inescapable destiny.
Start with the source
Adaptation
Vikings: Valhalla
Jeb Stuart · Series · 2022
Books on the same thread
A Game of Thrones / A Clash of Kings / A Storm of Swords / A Feast of Crows / A Dance with Dragons
George R. R. Martin · Book · 2014
Shares a thread with Vikings: Family Loyalty.
Like Vikings, this series balances expansive political maneuvering with brutal power struggles, capturing the same feeling of shifting alliances and high-stakes ambition that defined Ragnar Lothbrok’s rise to power.
The Lord of the Rings
J. R. R. Tolkien · Book · 1954
Explores: Good vs Evil, The Power of Friendship, The Corrupting Influence of Power.
Fans of Vikings will find the same foundational epic scope here, as Tolkien establishes a world defined by heroic quests and the heavy, corrupting influence of absolute power.
Eaters of the Dead
Michael Crichton · Book · 2006
Shares a thread with Vikings: Norse Mythology.
This story mirrors the cultural clash and survival instincts seen in Vikings, forcing an outsider to endure the harsh, unforgiving realities of Norse life and their terrifying mythological landscape.
The Legend Of Sigurd And Gudrún
J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien · Book · 2012
Shares a thread with Vikings: Norse Mythology.
If the Norse mythology in Vikings captivated you, this deep dive into the legend of the Völsungs provides the essential, foundational epic poetry that inspired those ancient warrior traditions.
Films on the same thread
Northmen: A Viking Saga
Claudio Fäh · Film · 2014
Explores: Survival, Pursuit, Brotherhood.
This film echoes the intense brotherhood and survival-focused action of Vikings, placing a desperate band of warriors in a lethal race where every choice carries a heavy cost.
The Northman
Film · 2022
Shares a thread with Vikings: Viking Saga.
This film captures the same dark, fatalistic atmosphere of Vikings, focusing on the brutal reality of bloodlines and the relentless pursuit of vengeance that shaped the lives of Norse legends.
Podcasts on the same thread
Myths and Legends
Jason Weiser, Carissa Weiser, Nextpod · Podcast · 2026
Explores: cultural origins, archetypal storytelling, human condition.
Because you appreciated the mythological roots of Vikings, this podcast offers a deeper look at the archetypal storytelling and cultural origins that inform the legends of our collective history.
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
Dan Carlin · Podcast · 2025
Explores: civilizational collapse, human nature, moral ambiguity.
Those drawn to the moral ambiguity and civilizational shifts in Vikings will value this long-form analysis, which explores the human condition through the lens of historical and geopolitical consequences.
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Common questions
Is Vikings: Valhalla a direct continuation of the original Vikings series?
Vikings: Valhalla is a separate television series that serves as a sequel to the original Vikings. While it expands on the historical narrative and Norse traditions established in Vikings, it focuses on new characters and events occurring after the era of Ragnar Lothbrok.
What is the chronological order to watch Vikings and Vikings: Valhalla?
You should watch the original Vikings series first, as it covers the rise of Ragnar Lothbrok and his family. Once you finish that narrative, you can proceed to Vikings: Valhalla, which takes place later in history and explores the subsequent generation of Norse warriors.
Does Vikings: Valhalla feature the same characters as the original Vikings series?
No, Vikings: Valhalla does not feature the same main characters as the original Vikings series. While both shows explore Norse traditions and the legacy of Viking warriors, the sequel is set significantly later in time and follows a different cast of historical figures.
Is the story of Ragnar Lothbrok concluded in Vikings?
Yes, the original Vikings series created by Michael Hirst follows the life and rise of Ragnar Lothbrok from his time as a warrior to his eventual status as King of the Viking tribes. His complete saga is contained within the original series.