Top 10 Historical Viking Films

Description: Starring Kirk Douglas and Tony Curtis, this film explores the rivalry between two Viking brothers, one of whom is a slave, set against the backdrop of Viking raids and battles.

Fact: The film was shot in Norway, providing an authentic backdrop for the Viking saga. It also features a famous scene where Kirk Douglas slides down a ship's sail.

Description: This adventure film captures the spirit of Viking exploration, focusing on the quest for the legendary "Mother of Voices," a golden bell said to be the loudest in the world.

Fact: The film features Richard Widmark as a Viking leader and was one of the first to depict Vikings in a more historically accurate manner, including their shipbuilding techniques.

Description: A comedic take on Viking lore, this film follows Erik, who sets out to find the mythical "Horn Resounding" to end the Age of Ragnarok and bring peace to his people.

Fact: Directed by Terry Jones of Monty Python fame, the film blends humor with historical elements, featuring a cast including Tim Robbins and John Cleese.

Description: Based on Michael Crichton's novel "Eaters of the Dead," this film tells the story of an Arab ambassador who joins a group of Vikings to fight against mysterious creatures.

Fact: The film was initially a box office disappointment but has since gained a cult following for its unique blend of historical fiction and fantasy.

Description: While not strictly historical, this film blends Viking lore with science fiction, where a space traveler crash-lands in Viking-era Scandinavia and must fight a monster with the help of the locals.

Fact: The film uses the historical setting to explore themes of cultural clash and survival, with a unique twist on the Viking narrative.

Description: A dark and atmospheric film about a mute warrior, One-Eye, who escapes from his captors and journeys to the New World, encountering various challenges along the way.

Fact: The film was shot in Scotland, and its director, Nicolas Winding Refn, is known for his visually striking and often brutal storytelling.

Description: This film follows a group of Vikings who, after a shipwreck, must navigate through hostile territory to return home, facing both human and supernatural threats.

Fact: The film was shot in South Africa, which provided a visually stunning backdrop for the Viking adventure.

Description: Although a TV series, it's included for its historical depth, depicting the life of Uhtred of Bebbanburg, a Saxon raised by Vikings, during the unification of England.

Fact: The series is based on Bernard Cornwell's "The Saxon Stories" novels, offering a detailed look at the Viking influence on England's history.

Description: This silent film is one of the earliest cinematic depictions of Viking life, focusing on the legendary figure of Leif Erikson, who is believed to have been the first European to set foot in North America.

Fact: The film was shot on location in Newfoundland, where the real Viking settlement of L'Anse aux Meadows is located. It was also one of the first films to be shot in Canada.

Description: This Norwegian film tells the story of a boy who escapes from a Viking raid and is adopted by a tribe of indigenous people, eventually becoming their protector against the Vikings.

Fact: The film was remade in Hollywood in 2007, but the original remains a classic for its cultural authenticity and depiction of the Sami people.