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Bloodaxe: Father-Son Duo Revives Viking Saga
5 Oct
Summary
- New Viking series Bloodaxe is helmed by father and son.
- It explores the succession drama for Norway's throne.
- Filming occurs on sets built by the original Vikings crew.
The upcoming series Bloodaxe, set in 10th-century Norway, is a father-son collaboration helmed by writers Horatio and Michael Hirst, continuing the rich tradition of the original Vikings drama. The story centers on the fierce succession battle for the Norwegian throne following the declining health of King Harald Fairhair. Erik Bloodaxe emerges as a key contender, though his half-brother Haakon and other figures also vie for power, creating a tense political landscape.
The production utilizes sets largely recreated by the original Vikings crew at Ashford Studios in Wicklow, Ireland, with many key crew members returning. This ensures a high level of authenticity and visual grandeur for the new series. Season 1 focuses on the succession drama, with subsequent seasons planned to explore Erik and Gunnhild's wider adventures across various historical locations.
