---
title: "The Northman"
year: 2022
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-northman-2022"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 639933
imdb_id: "tt11138512"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 137
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 5133
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Northman (2022) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-northman-2022

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Northman is a 2022 film that belongs to the genres of action, adventure, and fantasy. The movie is set in a Viking context and follows the story of a young man on the verge of becoming a man, who is about to experience a significant event in his life. Two decades later, this individual embarks on a mission to achieve a specific goal, motivated by a desire for revenge and a need to save a loved one. The film's runtime is 2 hours and 17 minutes, and it is rated R.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A Viking prince embarks on a relentless quest to avenge his father and rescue his mother."

### Why Watch
- compelling revenge narrative
- immersive historical atmosphere

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains brutal violence
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains brutal sequences and is rated R.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: visceral, intense, gritty, epic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Stan | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Robert Eggers
- **Networks / Studios**: Regency Enterprises, New Regency Pictures, Square Peg

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Alexander Skarsgård** as *Amleth*
- **Nicole Kidman** as *Queen Gudrún*
- **Claes Bang** as *Fjölnir the Brotherless*
- **Ethan Hawke** as *King Aurvandil War-Raven*
- **Anya Taylor-Joy** as *Olga of the Birch Forest*
- **Gustav Lindh** as *Thórir the Proud*
- **Elliott Rose** as *Gunnar*
- **Willem Dafoe** as *Heimir the Fool*
- **Phill Martin** as *Hallgrímr Half-Troll*
- **Eldar Skar** as *Finnr the Nose-Stub*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the genre of The Northman?
The film is categorized as action, adventure, and fantasy.

### Q: When was The Northman released in the US?
The film was released in the United States on April 22, 2022.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Robert Eggers.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes.

### Q: What is the main plot of the film?
The story follows Prince Amleth, who seeks to avenge his father and save his mother after his uncle murders his father.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Northman — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/639933)

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