The Last Kingdom: Season 1
The Last Kingdom season 1 is a British historical drama television series. It is based on The Saxon Stories series of novels by Bernard Cornwell and created and developed for television by Stephen Butchard. The series premiered on 10 October 2015 on BBC Two. It follows the story of Uhtred, a young Saxon noble who transforms into a warrior and seeks to regain the lands annexed by his uncle. Uhtred's journey is set aga
Season overview
The Last Kingdom season 1 is a British historical drama television series. It is based on The Saxon Stories series of novels by Bernard Cornwell and created and developed for television by Stephen Butchard. The series premiered on 10 October 2015 on BBC Two. It follows the story of Uhtred, a young Saxon noble who transforms into a warrior and seeks to regain the lands annexed by his uncle. Uhtred's journey is set against the backdrop of Alfred the Great defending his kingdom from Norse invaders. The series explores themes of heroic deeds, epic battles, and the complexities of war and politics. The show features a mix of action, adventure, drama, and historical elements.
Episode Guide
Season 1 Progress Shield
Episode 1
Oct 10, 2015 · 59 min
Abducted by a Viking warlord after his father is slain in battle, young Uhtred adopts the Norse way of life until tragedy befalls his new family.
Episode 2
Oct 17, 2015 · 59 min
Caught between his scheming uncle Ælfric and pitiless Viking warlord Ubba, Uhtred goes on the run and seeks out Alfred, the man who would be king.
Episode 3
Oct 24, 2015 · 59 min
Uhtred allies himself with newly crowned Alfred, but his commitment to the nascent king jeopardizes his bond with Brida.
Episode 4
Oct 31, 2015 · 57 min
King Alfred keeps Uhtred close with a tactical play, but Uhtred soon realizes he's been tricked. Meanwhile, a great battle looms over Wessex.
Episode 5
Nov 7, 2015 · 59 min
Uhtred volunteers to attack Danish ships, but challenges Ubba in the process as the Danes threaten Wessex.
Episode 6
Nov 14, 2015 · 59 min
Uhtred leads a raiding party to Cornwall on a mission for wealth and independence and attracts the attention of a beautiful sorceress queen.
Episode 7
Nov 21, 2015 · 59 min
As a consequence of their actions in Cornwall, Uhtred and Leofric face off in a death match. The Danes launch an invasion of Wessex.
Episode 8
Nov 28, 2015 · 59 min
A united King Alfred and Uhtred leave the cover of the marshes and make a rallying call to all Saxon armies.