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portrays , whose transformation from a sickly prince to a legendary king is a major arc this season. Supporting and Recurring Cast Jennie Jacques as Queen Judith : The influential mother of Alfred. Georgia Hirst as : A loyal shield-maiden and Bjorn’s former wife. Alicia Agneson as : A former slave who becomes Ivar’s queen. Moe Dunford as King Aethelwulf : The ruler of Wessex who faces the Great Heathen Army. Josefin Asplund as : Lagertha's former lover and later wife of King Harald.
as : A son of Ragnar torn between his brothers Ivar and Ubbe. Peter Franzén
Caught in the middle of his brothers' feud, Hvitserk oscillates between loyalty to Ivar and his own internal struggles. Returning Legends
Season 5 is, effectively, the season of Ivar. Andersen’s performance elevates Ivar from a supporting antagonist to a terrifying protagonist. The actor masterfully conveys Ivar’s physical vulnerability contrasted with his intellectual and strategic genius. Andersen’s portrayal captures the character’s god-complex and deep-seated insecurity, making Ivar one of the most complex villains in modern television. vikings season 5 cast
, a fierce warrior who joins Floki’s expedition to Iceland. His casting was widely reported by outlets like IMDb . Ferdia Walsh-Peelo
The fifth season of the historical drama features a sprawling ensemble cast that navigates the aftermath of Ragnar Lothbrok's death, centering on the civil war between his sons and the defense of Saxon England. The season is notable for introducing several high-profile actors, including and former WWE star Adam Copeland . Main Cast and Key Characters
as : The eccentric boat builder who leads a group of settlers to discover Iceland. Jordan Patrick Smith portrays , whose transformation from a sickly prince
The friction between Alexander Ludwig (Bjorn Ironside) and Alex Høgh Andersen drives the season's central conflict. Ludwig portrays Bjorn as the traditionalist warrior—brave but often outmaneuvered—contrasting with Andersen’s cerebral, manipulative Ivar. The cast's chemistry in these confrontations highlights the disintegration of family bonds.
For a comprehensive breakdown of every episode's specific appearances, including guest stars and background roles, the Vikings Wiki and The Movie Database (TMDB) provide detailed actor lists for all 20 episodes.
| Actor | Character | Role in Season 5 | |--------|-----------|------------------| | | Lagertha | Former Earl of Hedeby; seeks revenge on Ivar | | Alexander Ludwig | Bjorn Ironside | Lagertha’s son; explorer and warrior | | Alex Høgh Andersen | Ivar the Boneless | Ruthless, brilliant strategist; self-proclaimed god | | Marco Ilsø | Hvitserk | Ivar’s erratic, conflicted brother | | Jordan Patrick Smith | Ubbe | The most level-headed of Ragnar’s sons | | Jonathan Rhys Meyers | Bishop Heahmund | Zealous, passionate Christian warrior (new in S5) | | Peter Franzén | King Harald Finehair | Ambitious king of parts of Norway | | Jasper Pääkkönen | Halfdan the Black | Harald’s loyal brother (until mid-S5) | | Moe Dunford | King Ecbert | Appears in flashbacks/visions | | Lothaire Bluteau | King Olaf | New ally to Bjorn and Harald (appears later in S5) | Alicia Agneson as : A former slave who
Following his father’s footsteps, Bjorn explores the Mediterranean and Northern Africa before returning to lead the resistance against Ivar’s tyranny.
The season’s primary antagonist, Ivar's tactical brilliance and ruthless ambition lead him to seize control of York and eventually Kattegat.
Jordan Patrick Smith shines as Ubbe, who arguably inherits Ragnar’s diplomatic nature. Unlike the warmongering Ivar, Ubbe’s storyline focuses on exploration and alliance. His interactions with the English and his eventual meeting with Rollo (Clive Standen, returning as a guest star) provide a necessary bridge between the old world and the new.
Season 5 introduced several key figures who played pivotal roles in both the Saxon and Viking storylines: Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org