Viking fans have been living in a drought ever since the original show ended. However, Vikings Valhalla give the fans something to cheer for. Now, after binging the first season, fans are waiting for Vikings Valhalla Season 2. So, let’s discuss what we know about it.
What Will Happen in Viking Valhalla Season 2?
In the first season of Viking Valhalla, viewers saw Jarl Haakon was seemingly dead. It also revealed that Olaf has deliberately given Harald the wrong news so that the defenders would have to divide their men. On the other hand, Kåre was killed by Freydis and later left with Harald. And Forkbeard managed to take charge of the Danish fleet with some assistance from Emma. He attacked Kattegat. That ended Olaf’s brief rule on the city. Meanwhile, Liv died in the arms of Leif, which activated the killer inside him. The first season concluded on a cliffhanger while Leif drills to attack Canute’s son, Svein.
When the series returns for Viking Valhalla Season 2, it is likely to continue the story after the jaw-dropping ending of the first season. In the upcoming season, viewers might see Leif discovering the boy’s originality. Also, he will attempt to locate his sister and Harald. Furthermore, the second season could follow Canute and his family looking for Olaf while Emma converges her power in England.
Why Was Edmund Killed?
Earlier it seemed that Godwin’s actions were because of his personal interests. Meanwhile, he was made the Ealdorman of Wessex by Forkbeard, which gave him significant influence and power. All this was something that he could have never imagined in his wildest dreams. On the other hand, Canute and his family’s kingdom were put in a dangerous position. This was because of the sudden rise of Edmund.
The noblemen of England considered Edmund their rightful king, and the common folks also accepted his leadership. So, when Edmund w as killed, his death put an end to any potential mutiny in the future. Godwin maintained England’s peace by sacrificing his son as king.
When Will Vikings Valhalla Season 2 Release?
The first season of the Viking spinoff series titled Valhalla premiered on Netflix on February 25, 2022. And as far as Vikings Valhalla Season 2 is concerned, fans should be overjoyed that Netflix has already ordered 24 episodes. That means the show will be back for another season. However, there hasn’t been any official confirmation about the release date of Viking Valhalla Season 2.
Creator of the original series Michael Hirst, stated in an interview, “I am beyond excited that we are announcing the continuation of our Vikings saga. I know that the millions of our fans across the globe will be thrilled by the belief being shown in our show by MGM and Netflix.”
On the other hand, scriptwriter Jeb Stuart mentioned, “I think that you almost need to be able to look over the horizon. When I was out pitching it, I was trying to pitch it as a multi-season thing, because that way I can develop those characters in the storylines over a longer, longer throw.” He also added that It was not like, What they could do the Vikings this year? As the characters had not only an emotional arc but they are also historically important.
Who Will Appear In Vikings Valhalla Season 2?
Prominent cast members in Vikings: Valhalla features Sam Corlett as Leif Eriksson, Frida Gustavsson playing Freydis Eriksdotter, and Leo Suter appears as Harald Sigurdsson. On the other hand, Jóhannes Haukur stars as Olaf Haraldsson, and David Oakes can be seen as Earl Godwin.
In addition, other cast members include Caroline Henderson as Jarl Haakon. Asbjørn Krogh Nissen as Jarl Kåre. Soren Pilmark as Sweyn Forkbeard. And Pollyanna McIntosh as Queen Ælfgifu. The series also stars Laura Berlin as Emma of Normandy. Louis Davison as Prince Edmund. Gavin Drea as Eadric Streona. And Lujza Richter plays Liv.
Apart from the characters who met their inevitable end in the first season, fans can expect most of the main cast to return when the show comes back with Vikings Valhalla Season 2.
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