
The Vikings
Amidst the brutal raids of 9th-century Northumbria, a visceral adventure unfolds not simply as a tale of Viking conquest, but as a volcanic collision of fraternal identity. The film centers on Einar, the ruthless heir to a Viking throne, and Eric, a disgraced slave, locked in a fierce rivalry fueled by ambition and a shared desire for a captivating English princess. Their escalating conflict masks a shocking lineage—they are half-brothers, unknowingly bound by blood as they navigate a landscape of political upheaval and savage warfare. The film explores themes of honor and savagery through their competitive struggle, presenting a complex dynamic where loyalty is perpetually tested against personal gain and the looming shadow of a shared past. It’s a visually striking spectacle driven by raw physicality and primal instincts, less concerned with historical accuracy than with the elemental clash of wills.
Rolprentbesonderhede
- Regisseur
- Richard Fleischer
- Vrystellingsdatum
- 1958-06-11
- Looptyd
- 115 min
- Gradering
- 7.0 / 10 (375)
Rolverdeling
- Kirk Douglas
- Tony Curtis
- Ernest Borgnine













