After Running for a Decade Netflix Cancels Its Most Popular History Fiction Franchise

Published 10/07/2023, 11:58 AM EDT

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From the Game of Thrones to Reign, the genre of historical fictional sagas offers a captivating escapade into the past. These stories have the power to whisk away the viewers with their intrigue and heart-pounding storytelling. The meticulous accuracy that these shows put on costumes to intricately designed sets take the audience on an authentic and immersive journey. One such series, famous for its compelling storyline and amazing portrayal of past events, is all set to return on Netflix.

Fans have been eagerly waiting for some news regarding this beloved series, and there is both good and bad news that the creators have brought with them.

This beloved series coming to an end after season 3

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In an exclusive interview with Vanity, co-creator and executive producer Jeb Stuart rocked the Viking universe with a bombshell announcement. He confirmed that Season 3 of Vikings: Valhalla would mark the conclusion of the Viking Franchise. This sequel, forged in Michael Hirst’s creative genius Vikings, had secured a two-season extension in 2022. With a spotlight on the riveting adventures of Leif, Harald, and Freydis, Stuart also disclosed his plan to carefully curate a season to reveal how these three Vikings became the iconic legends we know today.

He further disclosed the reason for concluding the series, asserting that when discussing real historical figures, there always exist more aspects of their lives that one can explore further. However, it made sense to bring the story of the three Vikings to a conclusion. As he neared the end, he also eagerly expressed his anticipation for the audience to witness this final chapter.

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Fans, who have adored this series and its portrayal of historical events, eagerly await what the show’s makers have in store for them in the final chapter.

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This extraordinary historical series, which graced our screens in 2021, unveiled a new generation of heroes emerging a century after the Vikings had made their mark on the History Channel. As disputes and tensions simmered between the Vikings and the English in the early 11th century, these captivating characters took center stage in a battle for their rightful place in history’s unfolding drama.

Meanwhile, after Stuart’s recent interview stirred up the Vikings universe, fans ponder what new adventures the cast will embark on in the final season. The Netflix original series’ final chapter, which will conclude its epic chronicle of history’s most famous Vikings, is set to release in 2024 and will consist of a total of 24 episodes.

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Are you excited about the final season of Vikings Valhalla? Comment down below

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Sakshi Singh

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Sakshi Singh is a Hollywood News reporter at Netflix Junkie. Her love towards Hollywood and the entertainment industry began when she came across Mindhunter and the thrilling series opened her eyes to the power of storytelling. Her background in law saw her first foray into the world of writing through several published articles in law journals.

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