The Last Kingdom is a British historical drama based on Bernard Cromwell's The Saxon Stories series of novels. Here is a guide to actors and characters.
Who are the cast of The Last Kingdom and what characters do they play? Based on Bernard Cromwell's series of novels, The Saxon Stories, The Last Kingdom is a British fantasy historical drama adapted for the small screen by Baghdad central author Stephen Bouchard. Set during the early Middle Ages, the epic series spans several decades and chronicles one of the most turbulent periods in British history: the Viking conquest of the country's Anglo-Saxon kingdoms.
Since its debut in 2015, The Last Kingdom has been praised for its stunning cinematography, richly drawn characters, and epic battle scenes. Unfortunately, the series premiered its fifth and final season on Netflix in 2022, but the show will continue with a standalone sequel titled Seven Kings Must Die which is currently filming in Hungary.
A release date for Seven Kings Must Die has not yet been scheduled, but it has been confirmed that the cast will feature new faces and some returning cast members from the show as well. Before the sequel arrives, though, here's a quick guide for those who want to get acquainted with The Last Kingdom's cast and characters.