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The Worst Episodes of Vikings

Every episode of Vikings ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Vikings!

Worst episode
S6E5 The Key
6.84,513 votes
Best episode
S4E15 All His Angels
9.618,554 votes
Top season
Season 3
8.5avg
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2d 19h
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Vikings Season 6 Episode 5 - The Key
    6.8/10(4513 votes)

    S6:E5

    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

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  2. Vikings Season 5 Episode 17 - The Most Terrible Thing
    6.9/10(4539 votes)

    S5:E17

    An unexpected turn amongst the settlers leaves Floki powerless. King Alfred confronts Judith. In York, Bjorn must strike a deal with Harald. Wessex is once again threatened by a Viking force, but who will lead the Saxon army to defend the Realm?

    Director:Helen Shaver
    Writer:Michael Hirst

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  3. Vikings Season 6 Episode 14 - Lost Souls
    7.0/10(3891 votes)

    S6:E14

    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

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  4. Vikings Season 5 Episode 13 - A New God
    7.1/10(4533 votes)

    S5:E13

    Heahmund must try to convince King Alfred that his actions are in defense of the Crown. Ubbe and Torvi strengthen the position of the Vikings but not all in the Viking camp support their strategy. Another settler disappears in Iceland.

    Director:Ciarán Donnelly
    Writer:Michael Hirst

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  5. Vikings Season 5 Episode 14 - The Lost Moment
    7.1/10(4414 votes)

    S5:E14

    As the celebrations for Ivar continue in Kattegat, grief hits Iceland and Floki must now make a fated decision. Harald's army approaches Wessex. A conspiracy grows against King Alfred.

    Director:Steve Saint Leger
    Writer:Michael Hirst

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  6. Vikings Season 6 Episode 12 - All Change
    7.1/10(4006 votes)

    S6:E12

    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

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  7. Vikings Season 6 Episode 16 - The Final Straw
    7.1/10(3857 votes)

    S6:E16

    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

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  8. Vikings Season 6 Episode 9 - Resurrection
    7.2/10(4050 votes)

    S6:E9

    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

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  9. Vikings Season 5 Episode 10 - Moments of Vision
    7.3/10(7313 votes)

    S5:E10

    A sense of doom looms over Kattegat as bloodshed ensues. The defeated army flees in the face of the victors. A legendary warrior makes his way home.

    Director:Daniel Grou
    Writer:Michael Hirst

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  10. Vikings Season 6 Episode 13 - The Signal
    7.2/10(3905 votes)

    S6:E13

    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

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  11. Vikings Season 6 Episode 3 - Ghosts, Gods and Running Dogs
    7.3/10(4469 votes)

    S6:E3

    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

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  12. Vikings Season 6 Episode 15 - All at Sea
    7.3/10(3987 votes)

    S6:E15

    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

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  13. Vikings Season 6 Episode 17 - The Raft of Medusa
    7.3/10(3803 votes)

    S6:E17

    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

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  14. Vikings Season 5 Episode 9 - A Simple Story
    7.4/10(5311 votes)

    S5:E9

    The army leaders consider their options in the aftermath of the battle. In Floki's camp, all hopes of binding the community together are dashed as tragedy unfolds.

    Director:Daniel Grou
    Writer:Michael Hirst

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  15. Vikings Season 6 Episode 1 - New Beginnings
    7.4/10(5225 votes)

    S6:E1

    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

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  16. Vikings Season 6 Episode 2 - The Prophet
    7.4/10(4655 votes)

    S6:E2

    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

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  17. Vikings Season 6 Episode 4 - All the Prisoners
    7.4/10(4365 votes)

    S6:E4

    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

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  18. Vikings Season 5 Episode 7 - Full Moon
    7.5/10(4994 votes)

    S5:E7

    Bjorn returns to Kattegat to learn that an attack will take place during the next full moon. Ivar must decide if he can place his trust in a former enemy on the battlefield.

    Director:Jeff Woolnough
    Writer:Michael Hirst

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  19. Vikings Season 5 Episode 18 - Baldur
    7.5/10(4411 votes)

    S5:E18

    Hvitserk is severely tested. Floki makes an amazing discovery. Freydis gives Ivar a surprise. Ubbe negotiates with the three Danish Kings that have massed their armies in Reading, but the negotiations may have a perilous outcome.

    Director:Helen Shaver
    Writer:Michael Hirst

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  20. Vikings Season 5 Episode 16 - The Buddha
    7.5/10(4379 votes)

    S5:E16

    Bjorn achieves one of Ragnar's dreams. Ivar hatches a new plan while preparing for a divine arrival. In Iceland, a settler returns in a terrible state. King Alfred faces his greatest threat yet.

    Director:Steve Saint Leger
    Writer:Michael Hirst

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  21. Vikings Season 6 Episode 8 - Valhalla Can Wait
    7.5/10(4177 votes)

    S6:E8

    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

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  22. Vikings Season 6 Episode 18 - It's Only Magic
    7.5/10(3826 votes)

    S6:E18

    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

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  23. Vikings Season 1 Episode 1 - Rites of Passage
    7.6/10(11342 votes)

    S1:E1

    Farmer, family man and rebel Ragnar Lothbrok is determined to sail west to discover new lands and riches despite an intimidating warning from his village's tyrannical leader, Lord Haraldson, who makes it clear in no uncertain terms that doing so could result in severe consequences.

    Director:Johan Renck
    Writer:Michael Hirst

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  24. Vikings Season 1 Episode 8 - Sacrifice
    7.6/10(8162 votes)

    S1:E8

    The traditional pilgrimage to Uppsala to thank the gods brings a torrent of emotions for Ragnar, Lagertha, and Athelstan. Ragnar, pulling farther away from his wife goes to make peace with the death of his unborn son. Lagertha, still reeling from her miscarriage, wants to find out from the gods if more sons are in her future. As the Vikings come together to sacrifice and give thanks to their gods, Athelstan discovers just how strong his Christian faith still is.

    Director:Ken Girotti
    Writer:Michael Hirst

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  25. Vikings Season 6 Episode 10 - The Best Laid Plans
    7.6/10(5485 votes)

    S6:E10

    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

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Worst Episodes Summary

"The Key" is the worst rated episode of Vikings. It scored 6.8/10 from 4,513 votes. Directed by David Frazee and written by Michael Hirst, it aired on January 1, 2020. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Most Terrible Thing".

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