Vikings' Creator Michael Hirst on Upcoming Show 'Bloodaxe'
Creator Michael Hirst discusses his upcoming historical drama 'Bloodaxe,' which focuses on the 10th-century warrior Erik Bloodaxe. Hirst emphasizes that the show is a standalone story distinct from the 'Vikings' franchise, featuring a new cast and a focus on family dynamics and magical realism.
Why it matters
As a follow-up to a globally successful franchise, this show represents a significant investment in historical drama production and storytelling evolution.
"We shot the first season last year and it's spectacular," writer and executive producer Michael Hirst , best known for " Vikings ," tells Variety at the Monte-Carlo Television Festival . The second season of the historical drama - set in the 10th century - is already in the works.
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