In recent news, fans of the popular historical drama series “The Last Kingdom” have been eagerly discussing the release of the show’s feature-length finale, “Seven Kings Must Die,” which premiered on Netflix recently (The New York Times). This movie tie-up brings together plot points from the show’s five previous seasons and promises a satisfying conclusion for fans of the series (Variety).
“The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die” follows the journey of Uhtred, a warrior trained in the ways of both Saxon and Viking cultures, as he fights to defend England from the invading Danes (Digital Spy). The plot of the series’ finale brings Uhtred’s journey to a climactic end, but without giving away any spoilers, fans should be prepared for some twists and turns along the way (Den of Geek).
The movie’s writer, Martha Hillier, spoke in a recent interview about the challenges of writing the script for such a complex storyline while still paying homage to the series’ previous seasons (Radio Times). “Seven Kings Must Die” is designed to wrap up not just the show’s plotlines, but the broader historical narrative of the establishment of England as a unified nation (History Extra).
Critics have noted that the movie delivers a fitting conclusion to the series (The Ringer) with plenty of gripping action (The Guardian). However, some viewers have expressed disappointment that certain characters do not appear or are only briefly referenced in the finale, as Hillier noted in her interview (Den of Geek).
Fans of the show are eagerly discussing the conclusion of Uhtred’s journey on social media, with many praising the series’ strong performances and historically accurate details (Netflix Life). However, there are also some viewers who have raised criticisms about the show’s pacing and overall tone, with one actor even drawing comparisons between the finale and the controversial film “Gone With The Wind” (Looper).
For those who have not yet seen the series, or for fans who need a quick refresher before diving into “Seven Kings Must Die,” Den of Geek offers a helpful recap of the show’s previous seasons. Fans can now stream “Seven Kings Must Die” on Netflix and enjoy the epic conclusion to “The Last Kingdom” (Daily Express).
