7.4/104,506 votes#1 - New Beginnings
Season 6 Episode 1 - Aired 12/4/2019
It’s six months after the battle of Kattegat and Bjorn is now King. As he struggles with the responsibilities of kingship, he finds he can’t rely on his mother. Ivar falls into the hands of the Kievan Rus, and in their ruthless and unpredictable ruler, Prince Oleg, he may finally have met his match.
Director: Stephen St. Leger
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.4/103,975 votes#2 - The Prophet
Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 12/4/2019
Messengers arrive in Kattegat with news that presents Bjorn with a dilemma. Prince Oleg of Kiev seems untroubled by his conscience. Lagertha has settled into her new, peaceful life, but danger lurks nearby.
Director: Stephen St. Leger
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.3/103,796 votes#3 - Ghosts, Gods and Running Dogs
Season 6 Episode 3 - Aired 12/11/2019
Lagertha is forced to take action. In Kiev, although Oleg continues to be friendly, Ivar is aware of the threat which Oleg poses to the vulnerable young heir to the throne. Bjorn has answered the call and come to the aid of an old enemy.
Director: Stephen St. Leger
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.4/103,696 votes#4 - All the Prisoners
Season 6 Episode 4 - Aired 12/18/2019
Lagertha leads her village's response to the recent attacks, but despite her best efforts, the consequences are tragic. Olaf has a bold new plan for the future of Norway. Ivar discusses Oleg's ambitions for Scandinavia.
Director: David Frazee
Writer: Michael Hirst
6.8/103,818 votes#5 - The Key
Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 1/1/2020
As Norway’s Kings and Jarls arrive at Harald’s territory for the election of the King of all Norway, Olaf is certain of the result, however, it may not go as smoothly as he believes. Lagertha’s village is anxious in anticipation of another attack and she is relieved when Gunnhild arrives with re-enforcements. In Kiev, Igor and Ivar engage in subterfuge and Ivar is stunned when he encounters a ghost from his past.
Director: David Frazee
Writer: Michael Hirst
8.2/104,707 votes#6 - Death and the Serpent
Season 6 Episode 6 - Aired 1/8/2020
Bjorn is forced to act quickly in the aftermath of the election for the king of all Norway. The Bandits attack Lagertha’s village again confident of an easy victory. However, when the defense boils down to single combat with Lagertha, victory seems less likely. In Kattegat, haunted and paranoid, Hvitserk continues to unravel.
Director: David Frazee
Writer: Michael Hirst
8.3/105,350 votes#7 - The Ice Maiden
Season 6 Episode 7 - Aired 1/15/2020
Bjorn returns to Kattegat. Harald gains a measure of revenge on Olaf. In Kiev, interesting news reaches Ivar and Igor about Prince Dir.
Director: Steve Saint Leger
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.5/103,518 votes#8 - Valhalla Can Wait
Season 6 Episode 8 - Aired 1/22/2020
Bjorn faces a difficult decision. Ubbe and Torvi leave Kattegat in search of new lands and perhaps old friends. Oleg's plans for the invasion of Scandinavia take shape. King Harald is baffled by the origin of a mysterious raiding party.
Director: Katheryn Winnick
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.2/103,396 votes#9 - Resurrection
Season 6 Episode 9 - Aired 1/29/2020
In Iceland, Ubbe and Torvi finally meet a mysterious wanderer. Bjorn is forced to re-think who his enemies are when Erik returns from a scouting mission with worrying information. Bjorn will need allies, but he may not be able to convince his old foe, King Harald, to join forces in the face of the new threat. Ivar is reunited with someone close to him.
Director: Daniel Grou
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.5/104,771 votes#10 - The Best Laid Plans
Season 6 Episode 10 - Aired 2/5/2020
Ivar and Igor may be plotting against Oleg, but they're still part of the force that departs Kiev to invade Scandinavia. King Harald and King Bjorn begin furious preparations for the invasion.
Director: Daniel Grou
Writer: Michael Hirst
8.9/106,702 votes#11 - King of Kings
Season 6 Episode 11 - Aired 12/30/2020
In Iceland, Ubbe learns the truth about Kjetill and has a difficult decision to make. Back in Norway, the battle against the Rus has had grave consequences. But re-enforcements have arrived, and Bjorn has an idea that may yet save the day.
Director: Daniel Grou
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.1/103,364 votes#12 - All Change
Season 6 Episode 12 - Aired 12/30/2020
Ubbe persuades the settlers in Iceland to embark on a voyage of exploration. The defeat of the Rus creates power vacuums in both Kattegat and Kiev.
Director: David Frazee
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.2/103,269 votes#13 - The Signal
Season 6 Episode 13 - Aired 12/30/2020
The election for Kattegat's new ruler is held, but a surprise visitor disrupts the proceedings. Ivar puts his plan to overthrow Oleg into action.
Director: David Frazee
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.0/103,239 votes#14 - Lost Souls
Season 6 Episode 14 - Aired 12/30/2020
As his enemies scheme for power, Harald prepares for his coronation and chooses a queen. Ubbe's party reaches shore — but not the one they're seeking.
Director: Helen Shaver
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.3/103,333 votes#15 - All at Sea
Season 6 Episode 15 - Aired 12/30/2020
Factions in Greenland spill blood, driving Ubbe's company away. Troops under Ivar and Dir seize Kiev for Prince Igor. Gunnhild makes a fateful choice.
Director: Helen Shaver
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.1/103,213 votes#16 - The Final Straw
Season 6 Episode 16 - Aired 12/30/2020
Ubbe and his followers languish on the open sea. Ivar and Hvitserk receive a frosty reception in Kattegat, until a restless Ivar has a revelation.
Director: Paddy Breathnach
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.3/103,163 votes#17 - The Raft of Medusa
Season 6 Episode 17 - Aired 12/30/2020
Ivar and Hvitserk lead King Harald's army to England, where King Alfred of Wessex abandons his royal villa and marches to meet the sons of Ragnar.
Director: Paddy Breathnach
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.5/103,187 votes#18 - It's Only Magic
Season 6 Episode 18 - Aired 12/30/2020
King Alfred falls ill as the Viking army seizes the high ground. Ingrid curses Erik. Ubbe and his people find a new world — but they're not alone.
Director: Steve Saint Leger
Writer: Michael Hirst
8.4/103,896 votes#19 - The Lord Giveth...
Season 6 Episode 19 - Aired 12/30/2020
Ubbe and the settlers open relations with the indigenous people of the new land. Ivar's strategy lures Alfred's forces into a devastating battle.
Director: Steve Saint Leger
Writer: Michael Hirst
7.8/105,553 votes#20 - The Last Act
Season 6 Episode 20 - Aired 12/30/2020
Ubbe reunites with an old friend but must pass judgment on a killer. The armies of Alfred and Ivar clash as each leader looks to his god for strength.
Director: Steve Saint Leger
Writer: Michael Hirst
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Season 6 Ratings Summary
"New Beginnings" is the best rated episode of "Vikings" season 6. It scored 7.4/10 based on 4506 votes. Directed by Stephen St. Leger and written by Michael Hirst, it aired on 12/4/2019. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "The Prophet".