The Northman (2022)

The Northman

The Northman is a brutal, mythic action-adventure from director Robert Eggers that follows Amleth, a young Viking prince consumed by rage and a single purpose: to avenge his father’s murder. Set against the bleak, windswept landscapes of the Viking Age, the film blends epic battles and intimate moments of grief into a relentless, fate-driven quest. Watching The Northman you’ll be plunged into a raw, immersive world — bone-chilling vistas, thunderous combat, and ritualistic Norse atmosphere — where violence feels immediate and elemental. The pace alternates between savage set pieces and quieter, haunting sequences that probe themes of revenge, destiny, and the cost of vengeance. The storytelling leans into myth and prophecy, giving the journey a larger-than-life, almost inevitable feel. Expect visceral action, stark cinematography, and an intense emotional core: it’s as much a portrait of a man destroyed by hatred as it is a revenge saga. If you want a cinematic experience that’s immersive, uncompromising, and steeped in ancient legend, The Northman delivers.

Actors: Alexander Skarsgård, Nicole Kidman, Claes Bang

Director: Robert Eggers

Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama

Metacritic Rating 82 /100 IMDB Rating 7.0 /10 Bmoat Rating 7.6 /10