The Last Kingdom is a British historical drama series based on Bernard Cornwell’s The Saxon Stories. The narrative follows Uhtred of Bebbanburg (Alexander Dreymon), a Saxon nobleman raised by Vikings, who finds himself torn between his birth heritage and the culture that raised him. Set against the backdrop of 9th-century England, the series delves into Uhtred’s quest to reclaim his ancestral lands, amidst the turbulent conflicts between Saxons and Danes. The show intricately weaves real historical events with fictional storytelling, offering a gripping portrayal of loyalty, identity, and power struggles.