The casting for Season 5 of Vikings marked a major turning point for the series, as it was the first full season following the departure of the show's original lead, Ragnar Lothbrok. To fill this void, showrunner Michael Hirst introduced formidable new antagonists and expanded the roles of Ragnar's sons to drive the narrative forward across 20 episodes. New Major Characters and Antagonists
Meyers brings prestige drama credibility, while Copeland brings a built-in fanbase and physicality. Combined with the elevated roles of Katheryn Winnick (Lagertha) and Gustaf Skarsgård (Floki), the new cast members help bridge the gap between the old era of Ragnar and the new era of the Viking expansion. vikings season 5 casting
Season 5 saw several recurring actors finally step into the spotlight as series regulars. The casting for Season 5 of Vikings marked