

Erik the Viking
“A Middle Ages Crisis.”
Erik the Viking gathers warriors from his village and sets out on a dangerous journey to Valhalla, to ask the gods to end the Age of Ragnorok and allow his people to see sunlight again. A Pythonesque satire of Viking life.
Where to watch Erik the Viking in United States
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Where is Erik the Viking streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| Canada | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| Germany | Joyn Plus, Filmlegenden Amazon Channel, Kabel Eins Classics Amazon Channel, Seven Entertainment Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | Orange VOD, Sooner |
| Brazil | Diamond Films Amazon Channel | — |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video |
About Erik the Viking
Erik the Viking is a 1989 English-language adventure, fantasy and comedy film directed by Terry Jones. The cast is led by Tim Robbins, Mickey Rooney, Eartha Kitt. It has a runtime of 1h 47m. Viewers rate it 5.9/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel.
Erik the Viking was produced by SF Studios, Prominent Features, and Erik the Viking Film Productions and made in Sweden and United Kingdom. It was released on September 1, 1989, and carries a PG-13 certification. At the box office it grossed around $2 million worldwide.
- Director
- Terry Jones
- Writers
- Terry Jones
- Release date
- September 1, 1989
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Sweden, United Kingdom
- Box office
- $2 million
- Production
- SF Studios, Prominent Features, Erik the Viking Film Productions
Erik the Viking cast & crew
Erik the Viking was directed by Terry Jones and written by Terry Jones.
The cast features Tim Robbins as Erik, Mickey Rooney as Erik's Grandfather, Eartha Kitt as Freya, Terry Jones as King Arnulf, Imogen Stubbs as Princess Aud, and John Cleese as Halfdan the Black.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Neil Innes, cinematography is by Ian Wilson, and it was produced by John Goldstone and Terry Glinwood.
Is Erik the Viking worth watching?
Erik the Viking holds an audience score of 5.9/10 from 248 ratings, a more divisive adventure films.
At 1h 47m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy adventure, fantasy, and comedy, Erik the Viking is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Erik the Viking
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Cast of Erik the Viking

Tim Robbins
Erik

Mickey Rooney
Erik's Grandfather

Eartha Kitt
Freya

Terry Jones
King Arnulf

Imogen Stubbs
Princess Aud

John Cleese
Halfdan the Black

Tsutomu Sekine
Slavemaster

Antony Sher
Loki

Gary Cady
Keitel Blacksmith

Charles McKeown
Sven's Dad

Tim McInnerny
Sven the Berserk

John Gordon Sinclair
Ivar the Boneless
Erik the Viking — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Erik the Viking in United States?
Erik the Viking is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV in United States.
▸Is Erik the Viking on fuboTV?
Yes — Erik the Viking is currently available on fuboTV in United States.
▸What language is Erik the Viking in?
Erik the Viking is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Erik the Viking?
Erik the Viking runs 1 hours 47 minutes (107 minutes).
▸What is Erik the Viking rated?
Erik the Viking is rated PG-13. It holds a 5.9/10 audience score from 248 ratings.





