After it was announced that Uhtred Bebbanburg's story would be concluded in the movie, The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die, Netflix have revealed details about the cast and story, and released the trailer. Based on Bernard Cornwell's novels, The Last Kingdom follows the life of Uhtred, an Anglo-Saxon nobleman, who finds himself trying to reclaim his birthright after he was taken and raised by Danes when he was young. While Uhtred would do anything to protect his "new family", his loyalties to them are tested as he begins to reconnect with his roots and help King Alfred (David Dawson) with his dream to unite all kingdoms under one ruler.
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While the ending of The Last Kingdom did end on a positive note for Uhtred as he finally reclaimed his birthright and became the Lord of Bebbanburg again, his story wasn't finished just yet as his region is the last piece needed to achieve Alfred's dream. Although Uhtred stated that Northumbria would remain an independent state to help keep the peace between Scotland and Wessex, it's clear that he may change his mind in Seven Kings Must Die as new leaders are set to challenge the status quo and battle for the crown. Whether Uhtred remains loyal to the House of Wessex is something that is up for debate.
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A year after season 5 ended, Netflix have finally released the trailer to The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die movie. Not only does it reveal that King Edward (Timothy Innes) has died, but Wessex and Northumbria are under threat once more as several new characters are challenging Æthelstan's (Harry Gilby) claim to the throne. Once more, Uhtred (Alexander Dreymon) finds himself in the middle of the war as he has to decide what is best for his kingdom overall.
The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die Confirmed
Back in 2021, news broke out that The Last Kingdom was going to end with season 5 and a 2-hour movie, titled, The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die (via The Last Kingdom sequel movie would tell a standalone story, acting more as an epilogue and tying up any loose ends. It was also announced that filming would take place in Hungary in early 2022 and would be produced by Carnival Films (via Deadline).
The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die Release Date
Although there was often a two-year gap before Netflix released the newest season, fans only have to wait a shorter period of time this time around as The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die is set to release on Netflix on April 14, 2023 (just over a year after season 5 dropped).
The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die Cast
With The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die taking place several years after the season 5 finale, viewers may be wondering if any fan favorites will be returning to help Alexander Dreymon's Uhtred in the war. Based on The Last Kingdom movie's first look images, Mark Rowley and Arnas Fedaravičius are returning to play Uhtred's right-hand men, Finan and Sihtric. ing them is Harry Gilby, James Northcote, and Cavan Clerkin, who are also set to reprise their roles as Edward's son, Æthelstan, Æthelflæd's former advisor, Aldhelm, and the devout Catholic priest, Father Pyrlig.
With the throne on the line in Seven Kings Must Die, it's not surprising to see Rod Hallett and Ross Anderson's names reappearing on the cast list as they reprise their roles as King Constantin of Scotland and Domnal. It also looks like Queen Eadgifu (who is now played by Elaine Cassidy), is about to become a minor antagonist too since she seems to be questioning Æthelstan's claim to the throne as well. While not much is known about their roles, Laurie Davidson, Tom Anderson, Zak Sutcliffe, Ewan Horrocks, Nick Wittman, and Ingrid García Jonsson have also ed the cast of Seven Kings Must Die.
Although it's not confirmed, there's a chance that Stefanie Martini, Ruby Hartley, Finn Elliot, and Eva Birthistle may make a few appearances again as Eadith, Stiorra, Young Uhtred, and Hild too since many of them decided to set up a home at Bebbanburg in the season 5 finale. Unfortunately, one character confirmed not to be returning is Aelswith, as actor Eliza Butterworth announced that she was unable to be part of the movie because of a "scheduling conflict" (via Express)
The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die Story Details
While there was much speculation as to what the plot of The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die would be about, many questions were soon answered after Netflix dropped the official synopsis. Not only did it reveal that major character, King Edward, had died, but Uhtred and his comrades will also find themselves fighting to unite England as many invaders and heirs will be competing for the throne. With the title also hinting the death of 7 kings, some have speculated that the plot will show their depiction of Battle of Brunanburh - a real life event where Æthelstan fought and defended his claim against several individuals contesting him.
The trailer also revealed that Uhtred's loyalties will be tested again as many scenes show him being pressured to swear his allegiance to one ruler. While Uhtred does want to unite England, whether he stays loyal to Æthelstan is something up for debate since the trailer also shows tensions between the two forming.
The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die Trailer
The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die trailer was released on March 8, 2023, and, as expected, it is full of action and drama. After it is announced that Edward had died, the trailer hints that a new character will be crowned as the ruler of Anglo-Saxons. While Æthelstan is named as Edward's successor, it does seem that Queen Eadgifu will not be content with this and will be pushing for someone else to claim the throne.
As news of Edward's death reaches the ears of the other kingdoms, it seems that several of the rulers are going to try and increase their own power too, going as far as to try and forge an alliance with Uhtred (which will likely explain the scenes that depict the tension between Uhtred and Æthelstan, where they have several physical confrontations). Regardless of what side Uhtred chooses, The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die trailer makes it clear that he will align himself with the ruler he believes cares about the people and will let both Danes and Saxons co-exist in peace.
