The Viking Sagas (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2011, The Viking Sagas is a documentary film directed by Ashley Gething, running about 59 minutes.
What it’s about. Part of the BBC’s ‘Free Your Imagination: Books on the BBC’, the ‘Viking Sagas’ is a Century Films Production. This hour-long film explores how the unique literary achievements of the Saga writers were possible at a time of such immense cultural, political and religious upheaval.
Who’s in it. The Viking Sagas stars Sigurdur Atlason as Himself - Sorcery Expert, Vilborg Davíðsdóttir as Herself - Writer & Historian (as Vilborg Davidsdottir), Benedikt Erlingsson as Himself and Hilmar Örn Hilmarsson as Himself - Pagan Priest (as Hilmar Orn Hilmarsson), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Viking Sagas has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Viking Sagas page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Viking Sagas tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Viking Sagas (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Viking Sagas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Viking Sagas worth watching?
- The Viking Sagas holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Viking Sagas?
- The Viking Sagas stars Sigurdur Atlason, Vilborg Davíðsdóttir, Benedikt Erlingsson, Hilmar Örn Hilmarsson and Siggi Jokulsson.
- When was The Viking Sagas released?
- The Viking Sagas was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.