Top 10 Fantasy Viking Films

Description: This epic adventure follows a Viking leader in search of the legendary "Mother of Voices," a giant gold bell, blending historical adventure with mythical elements.

Fact: The film features Richard Widmark and Sidney Poitier, with some scenes shot in Yugoslavia to replicate the Viking landscape.

Description: A comedic take on Viking life, where Erik sets out to find the Horn Resounding to end the Age of Ragnarok, mixing humor with fantasy elements.

Fact: Directed by Terry Jones of Monty Python fame, the film features a mix of live-action and animation, showcasing Jones's unique comedic style.

Description: An Arab ambassador joins a band of Viking warriors to fight against a mysterious enemy, offering a fresh perspective on Viking culture through the eyes of an outsider.

Fact: The film is loosely based on Michael Crichton's novel "Eaters of the Dead," which itself was inspired by the epic poem "Beowulf."

Description: This animated film brings to life the epic poem with a modern twist, featuring a hero battling mythical creatures in a Viking setting.

Fact: The film uses motion capture technology to create realistic character movements, with actors like Ray Winstone and Angelina Jolie lending their voices and movements.

Description: A Viking boy left behind during a raid is adopted by a Native American tribe and grows up to defend them against his own people, combining Viking and Native American mythologies.

Fact: This film is a remake of a 1987 Norwegian film of the same name. It was shot in British Columbia, Canada, to replicate the look of ancient America.

Description: An alien crash-lands in Viking-era Scandinavia and must team up with the Vikings to fight a monster from his own world, blending sci-fi with Norse fantasy.

Fact: The film features a unique blend of genres, with the alien's technology being mistaken for magic by the Vikings. The creature design was inspired by Norse mythology.

Description: A silent, one-eyed warrior known as One-Eye embarks on a mystical journey to the New World, blending Viking lore with a surreal, dreamlike narrative.

Fact: The film features very little dialogue, relying on visual storytelling. It was shot in Scotland, which adds to its raw, atmospheric feel.

Description: This film takes the legend of Amleth, the basis for Shakespeare's Hamlet, and infuses it with Norse mythology and supernatural elements, making it a must-watch for fans of Viking fantasy.

Fact: The film was directed by Robert Eggers, known for his meticulous attention to historical detail. The cast includes Alexander Skarsgård, who underwent intense physical training to portray the Viking warrior.

Description: While primarily a TV series, its cinematic quality and focus on Viking invasions in England make it a notable entry in the fantasy Viking genre.

Fact: Based on Bernard Cornwell's "The Saxon Stories," the series has been praised for its historical accuracy and portrayal of Viking culture.

Description: While not strictly fantasy, this film includes elements of myth and legend, focusing on a Celtic queen's struggle against Roman invaders with the help of Viking warriors.

Fact: The film stars Don Murray and Carita, and was one of the earlier British films to explore Viking themes.