Vikings
Vikings: Season 5

Air Date

November 29, 2017

Episodes

20 episodes

Vikings

Season 5

Overview

Season five begins with Ivar the Boneless asserting his leadership over the Great Heathen Army, while Lagertha reigns as Queen of Kattegat. Ivar’s murder of his brother Sigurd sets the stage for vicious battles to come as Ragnar’s sons plot their next moves after avenging their father’s death. Bjorn follows his destiny into the Mediterranean Sea and Floki who is suffering from the loss of his wife Helga, takes to the seas submitting himself to the will of the Gods. This season is full of startling alliances and unbelievable betrayals as the Vikings fight to rule the world.

Episodes

The Departed (1)

1. The Departed (1)

7.4
November 29, 2017
46 min

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, with King Aethelwulf and his family still in hiding, Heahmund—the warrior bishop—must rally the Saxons to defend the Realm.

The Departed (2)

2. The Departed (2)

7.3
November 29, 2017
44 min

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, with King Aethelwulf and his family still in hiding, Heahmund—the warrior bishop—must rally the Saxons to defend the Realm.

Homeland

3. Homeland

7.7
December 6, 2017
44 min

Celebrations are cut short in the aftermath of the battle at York. Ragnar Lothbrok's sons are pitted against each other as tensions reach an all-time high, and each is forced to choose a side.

The Plan

4. The Plan

7.2
December 13, 2017
44 min

Guided by Heahmund's visions, the Saxons devise a battle plan. Ivar the Boneless strategises as the Vikings undergo increasing pressure. Bjorn Ironside finds himself in a new territory and must convince the local commander he is a trader.

The Prisoner

5. The Prisoner

7.4
December 20, 2017
48 min

Ivar meets his match in Heahmund. Floki returns to Kattegat. Bjorn receives a lavish welcome in North Africa.

The Message

6. The Message

7.1
December 27, 2017
47 min

Lagertha is betrayed, and Bjorn must find a way to support the distraught queen. Floki and his settlers arrive in a new land, but it is far from what they expected.

Full Moon

7. Full Moon

6.9
January 3, 2018
45 min

Bjorn returns to Kattegat to learn that an attack will take place during the next full moon. Ivar must decide if he can place his trust in a former enemy on the battlefield.

The Joke

8. The Joke

7.5
January 10, 2018
46 min

The battle for Kattegat begins and, as the two armies line up to fight, the Great Heathen Army must decide between a final plea for peace or all-out war. Floki faces discord among the settlers.

A Simple Story

9. A Simple Story

6.9
January 17, 2018
46 min

The army leaders consider their options in the aftermath of the battle. In Floki's camp, all hopes of binding the community together are dashed as tragedy unfolds.

Moments of Vision

10. Moments of Vision

6.9
January 24, 2018
46 min

A sense of doom looms over Kattegat as bloodshed ensues. The defeated army flees in the face of the victors. A legendary warrior makes his way home.

The Revelation

11. The Revelation

7.4
November 28, 2018
45 min

Ivar is crowned the new king of Kattegat just in time to welcome Rollo home. Bjorn, Lagertha and Ubbe must rely on unsteady alliances to survive.

Murder Most Foul

12. Murder Most Foul

7.2
December 5, 2018
45 min

Bjorn, Lagertha and Ubbe face an uncertain fate as Heahmund's loyalty is tested. Floki fights to understand the will of the gods. Ivar may have met his match.

A New God

13. A New God

6.6
December 12, 2018
45 min

Heahmund must try to convince King Alfred that his actions are in defense of the Crown. Ubbe and Torvi strengthen the position of the Vikings but not all in the Viking camp support their strategy. Another settler disappears in Iceland.

The Lost Moment

14. The Lost Moment

6.8
December 19, 2018
44 min

As the celebrations for Ivar continue in Kattegat, grief hits Iceland and Floki must now make a fated decision. Harald's army approaches Wessex. A conspiracy grows against King Alfred.

Hell

15. Hell

7.8
December 26, 2018
45 min

Bishop Heahmund is wracked with guilt as he fights to renounce his passions. Viking will clash with Saxon on the battlefield leaving a key figure lost in the balance.

The Buddha

16. The Buddha

7.7
January 2, 2019
44 min

Bjorn achieves one of Ragnar's dreams. Ivar hatches a new plan while preparing for a divine arrival. In Iceland, a settler returns in a terrible state. King Alfred faces his greatest threat yet.

The Most Terrible Thing

17. The Most Terrible Thing

7.4
January 9, 2019
46 min

An unexpected turn amongst the settlers leaves Floki powerless. King Alfred confronts Judith. In York, Bjorn must strike a deal with Harald. Wessex is once again threatened by a Viking force, but who will lead the Saxon army to defend the Realm?

Baldur

18. Baldur

7.4
January 16, 2019
45 min

Hvitserk is severely tested. Floki makes an amazing discovery. Freydis gives Ivar a surprise. Ubbe negotiates with the three Danish Kings that have massed their armies in Reading, but the negotiations may have a perilous outcome.

What Happens in the Cave

19. What Happens in the Cave

7.8
January 23, 2019
44 min

Ubbe is forced into hand-to-hand combat. Floki reaches new depths and is met by a shocking sight. Bjorn sets off for Scandinavia with an old rival.

Ragnarok

20. Ragnarok

7.7
January 30, 2019
45 min

A new battle for Kattegat is on and only the gods know who will emerge victorious.