8.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Vikings (2013)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.3
Overview
The adventures of Ragnar Lothbrok, the greatest hero of his age. The series tells the sagas of Ragnar's band of Viking brothers and his family, as he rises to become King of the Viking tribes. As well as being a fearless warrior, Ragnar embodies the Norse traditions of devotion to the gods. Legend has it that he was a direct descendant of Odin, the god of war and warriors.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
LGBTQ: Positive
Female Combat: Yes
Christianity: Negative
Islam: Positive
Overview
The adventures of Ragnar Lothbrok, the greatest hero of his age. The series tells the sagas of Ragnar's band of Viking brothers and his family, as he rises to become King of the Viking tribes. As well as being a fearless warrior, Ragnar embodies the Norse traditions of devotion to the gods. Legend has it that he was a direct descendant of Odin, the god of war and warriors.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film primarily functions as a historical adventure epic exploring themes of honor, revenge, and destiny within a clash of cultures, without explicitly promoting a modern political ideology or offering a politically charged solution to its central conflicts.
The series maintains a cast largely consistent with its historical setting, featuring predominantly white characters without intentional race or gender swaps of traditional roles. The narrative frames traditional identities in a neutral or positive manner, focusing on historical drama rather than explicit DEI themes or critiques.
Secondary
The show "Vikings" offers a primarily positive portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters and themes, most notably through the relationship between Lagertha and Astrid. Their bond is depicted with dignity and acceptance within the Viking culture, free from judgment or prejudice. This affirming representation contributes positively to the narrative, showcasing complexity and agency.
The show features several prominent female shieldmaidens, including Lagertha and Gunnhild, who are consistently depicted engaging in and winning close-quarters physical combat against multiple male opponents using melee weapons.
The show frequently depicts Christian institutions and political leaders as hypocritical, power-hungry, and violent, often committing atrocities in the name of God. While individual characters show genuine faith, the overarching narrative often critiques the abuses of power and the destructive nature of Christian expansion.
Islam is depicted through interactions with sophisticated Islamic civilizations, showcasing their advancements and established religious practices. The portrayal is largely observational and respectful, presenting Islam as a powerful and integral part of a thriving culture without demonizing the faith.
The historical drama series "Vikings" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes within its narrative. The show focuses on Norse culture, exploration, and warfare, without exploring gender identity in this specific context.
The show "Vikings" draws inspiration from historical sagas and figures. While it fictionalizes events and introduces new characters, there are no instances where a character canonically or historically established as one gender is portrayed as a different gender on screen.
The show 'Vikings' is a historical drama based on Norse sagas and historical figures from the Viking Age. The casting of major and supporting characters consistently aligns with the historical and canonical racial background of the depicted populations, primarily Northern European. There are no instances where a character historically or canonically established as one race is portrayed by an actor of a different race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.5
8.1
Critic Ratings
9.3
7.4
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