S4·E6 What Might Have Been

Episode recap

The television series Vikings follows the adventures of Ragnar Lothbrok, described as the greatest hero of his age, in a brutal and mysterious world of Viking warriors and farmers who yearn to explore. Created and written by Michael Hirst, the historical drama television series is a co-production between Canada and Ireland.

In the episode titled What Might Have Been, Ragnar declares another raid on Paris at the Thing in Kattegat. Meanwhile, Ecbert also has a journey in mind as he dispatches Aethelwulf and Alfred on a pilgrimage to Rome.

The series itself focuses on Ragnar Lothbrok and his world, encompassing action, adventure, drama, and war and politics. Characters appearing in the broader series and associated materials include Ragnar Lothbrok, Rollo, Bjorn Ironside, Harald Finehair, and Ubbe. The historical drama explores the sagas of Ragnar and his society, capturing the experiences of the Viking warrior and farmer as he seeks to explore unknown lands and undertakes significant raids.