The Last Kingdom

Less polished than GOT, yet thoroughly riveting and entertaining. Just goes to show that showmakers don't need to spend tens of millions per episode to put on a great show. This show has some great actors and an obviously brilliant director

I put this on in a moment of boredom. After two episodes I was hooked. Great story arc from a fascinating and horrific period to be alive. Just about every actor smashes it out of the park.

Finan and Ardhelm both strong but very different stand out. Breeda was the only storyline that lost any sense of reality, it's like they didn't really know what to do with her. Alfred's wife/Edwards mum seemed ageless and became annoying and almost added comedy.

Father Pyrlig also surprised me, ive only ever seen him in small roles like the inbetweeners, but I look forward to seeing him again, Ian Hart as Beocca was the pin that hooked me from the start.

Great production values from the first episode that got better

Honestly it's been the best two weeks binging this. So pleased I gave it a go.

One of my favorities! This Netflix series is a period piece during the early years in England highlighting the battle between the devoutly religious and non-religious, good and evil (sometimes in reverse), and is full of action, drama, sensuality and a bit of fantasy. The main actor, Alexander Dreymon who plays "Uhtred of Bebbanburg" is mesmerizing and entertaining to watch! Great supporting cast, great storyline and a great escape!

(It's on a smaller scale of 'Game of Thrones', but very enthralling and it will keep you hopping and binging!)

If you haven't seen this one yet, it's a true hidden treasure!

The best way to describe The Last Kingdom is that it is just a flat out awesome show and a must watch. I never read the books so I didn't really know what to expect but I'm so glad that I did start watching it because it's become one of my favorite shows of all-time. As you can tell from the reviews and the rating this show is loved by just about everyone who's seen it. It currently has a 92% on Rotten Tomatoes and 8.5 here so both the audience and the critics love it. I can not overstate just how good this show really is. Every season is just as good as the others. There really isn't much more I can say about this incredible show that hasn't already been said so just go watch it. I promise you'll love it.

This series is one of the best ever. As one of the characters said, "It is life." So much happens.... characters live and die, sometimes unexpectedly and certainly not what you wanted to happen. Despite being set in the 9th century, the series makes it clear that politics and power have not changed and The Last Kingdom amply demonstrates this. The role of religion and the power of the church also are treated as they should be.... sometimes good and sometimes evil, just as humans are. Watch it. I can hardly wait for season 4.