S5·E1 The Departed (1)

Episode recap

The historical drama television series Vikings, created and written by Michael Hirst for the History channel, follows the adventures of Ragnar Lothbrok, described as a Viking warrior and farmer who yearned to explore, as well as the sagas of the greatest hero of his age. The series transports viewers to the brutal and mysterious world of Ragnar Lothbrok and depicts a society where most Vikings were farmers, fishermen, craftsmen, and traders with their own laws, art, and architecture.

In the episode titled The Departed, tensions mount between the sons of Ragnar Lothbrok as the Vikings continue to threaten the very heart of England. As the Great Army moves to take York, King Aethelwulf and his family remain in hiding. Amid this threat to the realm, Heahmund, who serves as a warrior bishop, must rally the Saxons to defend their territory against the advancing forces.

The broader historical drama series, which originally aired from 2013 to 2020, eventually led to a sequel series titled Vikings Valhalla, which premiered on Netflix on February 25, 2022.