The Last Kingdom(2015-2022)is an onscreen adaptation ofBernard Cornwell’s best-selling book series, which recounts the journey of Uhtred of Bebbanburg. Born Saxon but raised Dane, the protagonist is often torn between these two sides, especially when he becomes indebted to King Alfred. Throughout its five seasons, the historical series explored Uhtred’s involvement in many of the battles that brought the dream of England one step closer to what it is today. After the final season came out in 2022, Netflix gave fans of the series a final look at Uhtred’s fate onceKing Aethelstan (Harry Gilby)ascends to power with a sequel film calledThe Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die(2023).
Now that the story has been wrapped up, you might already be missing some of the characters, especially those who weren’t included in the follow-up film. If that is the case, here is a handy guide to the series cast, so you may get to know more about the actors and other projects you can watch them in.
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Alexander Dreymon as Uhtred
Alexander Dreymonis primarily known for his role as Uhtred of Bebbanburg inThe Last Kingdomseries and its sequel film. The character is recognized as a noble warrior who, despite growing up among the Danes, becomes a faithful Saxon ally on the battlefield. Dreymon has played Uhtred since 2015, but that doesn’t mean that he hasn’t dedicated himself to other projects before his most famous one. The actor worked oppositeMatt Smith(House of the Dragon) in a British indie calledChristopher and His Kindand starred in thethird season ofAmerican Horror Storyas Luke Ramsey. In 2020, he was also cast in the filmHorizon Line, in which he and his real-life partnerAllison Williamsplayed a couple that fights to survive after their airplane pilot has a heart attack while they are on their way to a tropical island.
Emily Cox as Brida
Emily Coxplays Brida, Uhtred’s former lover who was also born a Saxon but grew up as a Dane. Different from the protagonist, the character doesn’t feel torn about accepting the Viking ideology and the drive to protect their lands from the Saxons. Cox has consistently been a part ofThe Last Kingdomcast ever since Season 1, making her role in the show her most notable performance to date. She has also appeared in a number of indie films, such asThe FatherlessandHead Full of Money. Cox has also appeared in one episode ofHomeland(2011-2020) Season 5as a character called Claudia
Eliza Butterworth as Aelswith
Eliza Butterworthportrays Aelswith in the Netflix series, who is King Alfred’s insufferable wife. As a religious woman that is strongly attached to her family, Aelswith is against Uhtred’s pagan ways and often sways her husband to not trust him. Despite playing a character that fans loved to hate, Butterworth’s work in the series made her a standout cast member through and through. Aside fromThe Last Kingdom, she has been involved in a number of other British productions, including the BBC miniseriesThe North Water. Earlier this year, she starred in a Sky Max original project entitledA Town Called Malice, which follows a group of gangsters in the 80s seeking to reclaim their glory in Costa del Sol.
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David Dawson as King Alfred
David Dawsonplays King Alfred, the Saxon ruler responsible for mapping out the future of England years before it was formed. Despite his hatred towards the Danes, he was a wise enough king to set their differences aside and negotiate whenever the kingdom of Wessex was at stake. Dawson played the character up until Season 3 and despite King Alfred not being present in the final two seasons, his impact as ruler continued to reverberate later on. The actor played roles in other well-known shows, such asLutherandPeaky Blinders. He was most recently linked toHarry StylesandEmma Corrinin the 2022 adaptation to the screen ofMy Policeman. He and his co-stars were recognized at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) with the TIFF Tribute Award for Performance because for their work in the film.
Mark Rowley as Finan
Mark Rowleyplays Finan inThe Last Kingdomseries and sequel film, and it is safe to say that he brings out a lot of comedic relief amidst the chaos. As one of Uhtred’s companions, the character is ready to tag along whenever a new battle arises. Rowley has starred in other period dramas, includingThe North Waterand Season 2 ofThe Spanish Queen. Last year, the actor was cast inThe Witcherprequel, entitledThe Witcher: Blood Origin, alongside Oscar-winning actressMichelle Yeoh.
Arnas Fedaravičius as Sihtric
Arnas FedaravičiusjoinedThe Last Kingdomin Season 2 as Sihtric, one of Uhtred’s best friends and the son of a Viking warrior. The Lithuanian actor’s breakout role was Andrus in the 2016 TV seriesThicker Than Water. In 2021, Fedaravičius appears in an episode ofPrime Video’sA Wheel in Time, playing oppositeRosamund Pike. Like Rowley, the actor also had the chance to reprise his character from the Netflix series inSeven Kings Must Die.
Millie Brady as Aethelfled
Millie Bradyplays Aethelfled in the series, and she is King Alfred and Aelswith’s daughter. Throughout the seasons, viewers get to see her evolve from being an introverted ruler over Mercia to becoming a kind-hearted and outspoken leader. The British actress has been a part of many other high-end projects, includingThe Queen Gambit. Last year, she starred in an Apple TV+ seriesSurface, which is centered on a woman who tries to get on with her life after a failed suicide attempt.
Timothy Innes as King Edward
Timothy Innesportrays King Edward inThe Last Kingdom, and he is King Alfred’s direct heir to the throne of Wessex after his father’s death at the end of Season 3. Prior to playing King Edward, Innes starred in another TV series calledHarlots. In 2018, he had the chance to work alongsideEmma StoneandOlivia ColemaninThe Favourite. He is also credited in an upcoming TV series calledFallen, which is expected to release this year.
