The Last Kingdom season 5 cast reveal filming secrets from set | Cosmopolitan UK

The final season of The Last Kingdom has finally arrived on Netflix! Based on The Saxon Stories, the fifth series will follow Uhtred on the next stage of his quest, and we're ready for more medieval drama. We caught up with Alexander Dreymon (Uhtred), Eliza Butterworth (Aelswith) and Mark Rowley (Finan) to get all the juiciest filming secrets from behind the scenes of the Netflix show.
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[@federicamartino1490]

I don't think I will never recover from what happen to Sigtryggr ,i need therapy right now but him and stiorra was the best thing of season 5 and I won't never forget them

[@sabthie5836]

In the beginning I did not like him but in the end I LOVED him, such a great character in the show and a wonderful actor from Island.

[@federicamartino1490]

@@sabthie5836 i loved him since the first moment, he was similar to ivar the boneless, strong, fierce and charismatic but less crazy and with much compassion ans love. He was my favorite

[@sabthie5836]

@@federicamartino1490 Agree. PLUS: he looked so much BETTER with the very short hair. YUM!

[@federicamartino1490]

@@sabthie5836 i prefers him with long hairs but love him in any way

[@taylorhines5159]

Me too, I love his character, he plays it so well. I didn’t expect him to die! I totally won’t recover from it. I think the show could’ve had the same outcome without his death

[@lizbastian3435]

Amazing final season!! The ending was the best ending to a series I’ve ever seen. Balling my eyes out the entire time!! Amazing work!

[@lilys1080]

The ending was terrible

[@ivankaramazov7375]

@@lilys1080 you're terrible, lol

[@davidstansbury9309]

There's a movie coming to finish up the story. Seven Kings Must Die.

[@stephaniaeverett6377]

I agree 1000% I cried almost every episode and sobbed at the last episode! Of all the shows I’ve watched the most satisfying ending ever! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾😭😭😭😭 incredible job!

[@juliagoolia72]

Agreed! So emotional

[@adaliaherrera5210]

The last kingdom is honestly a show I did not know I needed in my life and hands down is one of my favorite shows and the bromance with actors Alexander, Mark and Arnas you can see their friendship shine through the characters it’s fantastic!!

[@alyssaschlickeiser]

Incredible last season. I cried multiple times. The writing. The acting. The plot. Incredible show. I am grieving that it's over. It's rare when I become attached to a show.

[@ethanpattem4378]

Is it the end? Northumbria is not a kingdom now. Who took it over ?

[@brendah9948]

@@ethanpattem4378 in actual history, Edward's son (Æthaelstan), unites all kingdoms during his reign. Uhtred is a fictitious character but most of the other characters (at least the royals) were real people.

[@ethanpattem4378]

@@brendah9948 thanks for clarity. Though it hurts to learn that Uthred's character is fictitious. Destiny is all.

[@davidstansbury9309]

@@ethanpattem4378 there is a movie in production now that will wrap up the story. Seven Kings Must Die.

[@monikanagyova8834]

@@ethanpattem4378 Uthred is not entirely a fiction, he was a real person but lived in a different time from Edward. He fought the Scottish.

[@Redneckwild]

The Last Kingdom is one of the best series I have ever seen. I don’t want it to end.

[@theskincareskinny5006]

I (finally) finished the entire thing last night. I watched it a second time before watching the movie. I cried like a baby. Not just because of the ending itself, but more because it was over. 😅

[@audreejamie4873]

One of the funniest scenes of the entire series is when Eliza explains how she took someone’s life then mentions how she wasn’t even wearing gloves. Absolutely epic!!! Love love love her portrayal of the queen.

[@theskincareskinny5006]

I got such a kick out of her joyful retelling of taking a mans life 😂

[@pavithraram2637]

This show is so underrated! How is this not more popular ? This season was the best one yet. Couldn’t stop watching

[@keepgrowing726]

I watched season 5 within 2 days and thoroughly enjoyed it. The cast and crew should be extremely proud of their work.

[@stephaniaeverett6377]

Yes! They’re were amazing!

[@thestentorian9461]

I'm rewatching it

[@lindapigott5516]

The Last kingdom, is one of the best series you could watch.The acting is brilliant,and the story line just grabs you from the very start.Its a shame the series is ending,will miss it.

[@davidstansbury9309]

Don't forget the movie currently in production. It will wrap up the story from the books. Seven Kings Must Die.

[@erikabraga100]

I ADOREEEEEEEE this show, this season was a MASTERPIECE I literally cried EVERY SINGLE EPISODE and sobbed in the last one. I’ll miss this show and will rewatch for sure a few more times.

[@melodyalvarez8253]

I love that the cast members take the time to produce and share their podcasts and interviews. Thank you for allowing us these glimpses into your lives on and off set!

[@alexanderdreymon9278]

Hi Thank you so much for your love and support! Even your lovely wishes as well as your likes and comments! I believe they are all true. I appreciate all the love ALEXANDER ❤

[@susanwanjiru5973]

I wish the series should continue season 6 😭😭 i can’t believe is finished 😢 you guys did great job 👏👏

[@MorticiaAddams23]

The acting in this show was incredible. The sets were amazing and the outfits fit everyone's character perfectly. Great job both in front of the camera as well as those behind the scenes.

[@swimtastic645]

Honestly this is the first time since I started watching back 3 years ago that I’ve heard Alexander’s real voice and it’s so… I don’t know how to explain it but I do know that I absolutely loved this show and I am very sad to see it end best show I have ever seen hands down 🙌🏾

[@Gabialoha1]

Binge watched this last night. BRILLIANT!! BRAVO!!!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 so many tears!!

[@gypsyrobin]

Started binge watching but by episode 4 at 4am, I had to force myself to shut it off and go to bed. Now I want to savor each episode one night at a time.

[@alexanderdreymon9278]

Hi Thank you so much for your love and support! Even your lovely wishes as well as your likes and comments! I believe they are all true. I appreciate all the love ALEXANDER ❤

[@parsonsmarcus]

This is a show I will end up watching again and again. It is so good, the characters are amazing, and you can tell they love working on the show! So good all around~!!

[@Hochspitz]

One of the best series ever! Even though I wanted to binge the final season, I simply couldn't as every episode packed such a punch!

[@sheilabritton2775]

The cast and crew should be so proud of this show! Amazing from beginning to the end!!

[@alexanderdreymon9278]

Hi Thank you so much for your love and support! Even your lovely wishes as well as your likes and comments! I believe they are all true. I appreciate all the love ALEXANDER ❤

[@djlennydanger3644]

I love all the seasons. This is a magnificent show and it saddens me that it's coming to an end.

[@bamagrad99]

I was late to the party for the show but WOW was it great! Everyone involved in it did such a great job. Can't wait for the movie!

[@suew4609]

I was late, too, but I'm kinda glad, because when I finished the first four seasons, 5 was almost out. I didn't have to wait long!

[@ayokunleayoko]

Easily my best series since Spartacus...episode 8 of season 5 was crazy....especially the part everyone defied Edward and the Army Head said the Mercian Army will not follow Edward....I screamed!!!

[@stephanieyee9784]

That was such a good scene.

[@paulmarmitelover3073]

Fantastic final series! I got more and more attached to the characters as each series progressed. It was great to see Eliza get to have more fun with Aelswith's role, always adding more facets and depth. Brilliant.

[@LostinTranslationss]

Finish season 5 in 2 days. Fantastic season. Love the ending. Much ❤️ from Thailand

[@frankpicillo9527]

Love you guys!!! I have never...never been involved in a show like I am in TLK!! I have watched my share of period , historical, Norse , fantasy shows...etc...But TLK and you guys..top them all!! CONGRATULATIONS ON A AMAZING SERIES!! DESTINY IS ALL!!💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@temiakamimi8198]

I took off work to watch all of season 5 after the wait. Now I'm about to binge watch from season 1 again

[@pamelaflower1447]

Incredible ending. I sobbed, not just because it was ending - what on earth am I going to do now?!!! But the lovely way it went through the story. Best thing EVER on tv. Thank you so much to all the cast and crew for their hard work. Roll on the film and come ON there’s GOT to be a series 6. Best wishes to all and stay safe ❤️

[@stephanieyee9784]

Brida's death had me sobbing as did the ending. Reliving the saga through Uhtred's memories and what it took to get back to Bebbinburgh was so emotional. The people he'd loved and lost.

[@griselaveraguth3783]

Absolutely beautiful final!! I am so sad its over...

[@blondiiejx]

This show is amazing🔥 Compliments to the actors! They had me crying every episode.

[@mereteisaksen7698]

I just love the last kingdom with all the fantastic actors . I cannot get enough of them. It is the best show I have seen for many years. They are so fantastic to look at. I hope yo see them in the movie too. I keep looking at the episodes over znd over .

[@iulia9166]

This people...are just insane...we love them so much...I love how they inspire their character ❤️

[@akeen176]

Absolutely brilliant final season to end the series, the writers from game of thrones could learn a lesson. I will miss this show quite a bit, can't wait for the movie! Thank you to all involved for making such a great show!

[@Layon_King]

One of the best series ive ever watched. So sad it has to end. Love from the Philiipines 🇵🇭

[@jeffstevens156]

I totally forgot about this happening during the “lock downs”! Even more rungs up the greatness ladder.

[@Dreams99_]

The whole series was perfect, I think they did a wonderful job. And, uhtred you were the perfect guy for that job.

[@limeygal1]

Just finished watching it and love it, will watch it again.

[@sharon8146]

Just finished this incredible amazing SHOW!! Loved everything about it- every single character added so much to the story and Alex as Uhtred …was just….fantastic. Gave such a depth to this man’s character, strength, loyalty, love. I could watch another five seasons of this easily! Thank you Writers, cast and also Thank You to Bernard Cornwell.

[@alexanderdreymon9278]

Hi Thank you so much for your love and support! Even your lovely wishes as well as your likes and comments! I believe they are all true. I appreciate all the love ALEXANDER 😘

[@lilyandrosehomestead3979]

This is hands down my favourite show!

[@mariacsooklal]

Loved this last Season, sad its over and made me cry each episode!..You guys Rock!

[@davidstansbury9309]

They have a movie coming to wrap up the books. Seven Kings Must Die. It's in production now.

[@davidmacey5422]

I spent two days on the beach with them for series 2 and they are genuinely the best bunch to work with...and YES they have great fun on set!

[@clarencezer]

Damn I just finished season 5. Oh my god what a ride, I love this cast so much.

[@eastsidemuu]

This season was incredible!!! LAST KINGDOM will forever be one of my top 5 shows long live Utrid son of Uthrid Lord of Bebbinber!!!

[@alexugs1903]

The ending was so heart-warming!

[@danielbob4310]

The last kingdom and dare devil are the two tv shows that made me keep my Netflix subscription. I have watched both shows more than 6 times back to back. Bahubali is another show that I almost never watched. I have seen clips of battle scenes in previous years and I wasn’t impressed until I decided to watch it late last year and I was completely sold. These are the type of shows I can watch back to back in years to come

[@felicianofrontado3134]

Desde Perú disfrutamos mucho la serie ! Fantástico final 👏😄 ! Esperamos la peli 🤘🤪 !

[@albertinaargue9732]

I cried I rejoyced I love this show. I am watching it for my third time and reliving the characters and the story The Last Kingdom is so worthy of each and every season and episode. Thank you for being so amazing!

[@luisec.5041]

Season 5 was awesome! Thank you so much for your work!

[@Juliendemarco]

She looks so different outside of character she looks good though!!

[@sarahfoster6765]

This is the first series that I can honestly say that all episodes were equally as good, there wasn’t a boring episode amongst them & I loved all the cast. 🇬🇧❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ForeverPanther]

I binged watch all 5 season and LOVED IT!!! I hope there will be a 6th season of the Last Kingdom!

[@sharrondwyer5351]

Absolutely brilliant series can't wait for the film.

[@lorrettaseamon1544]

Knowing this is the last season I am taking my time , watching bit by bit.l Love this series. Wishing you all the best!

[@9897431]

it was such a breath of fresh air to have the characters have a win I also personally love that they didnt have to be soft pr(n to as a trait. The story was just SO good and omg im so happy with it. Love these people.

[@antoniaPrince]

Binged watched S5 and now wishing I did it in bits. 😂😂

[@paulbrighton3303]

Eliza’s baby cry is frightening!!

[@ymccormack9613]

I really do not cry over movies but the scene with Uhtred taking Siggtrygr's life had me BAWLING..ICONIC ..SO SAD TO SEE THE SERIES END.😢.💔🤩💞

[@scottishcarly2666]

Me too 💔

[@AngelPerez-jw1uu]

It's a shame that it's over they should of made more thank you everyone you guys was amazing 👏

[@judebaber5695]

As soon as I’ve finished watching from beginning to end, I start all over again. I notice different things every time. I love this series ♥️

[@butterliz876]

This season was FIRE!!! Loved it

[@amandamay7816]

Thanks for all the work you guys have done to promote your show and bring fans behind the scenes. You are so hilarious together and so wonderful to watch. ❤️❤️

[@ChristinaLop]

Love you guys. You’re all amazing and hope for a season 6. Season 5 leaves the door open. The best show on Netflix.

[@CheMamorno-dv6yf]

One of the best in Netflix! Another one from this group? God bless u all and be safe.

[@amritawhitman8112]

Thank you! This conversation was wonderful to watch! I found and binge watched the series in 2021 and have been impatiently waiting for the new season. I'm trying to not binge watch and savor each episode of the new season, but it's extremely difficult because each episode leaves me on the edge of my seat! I'm halfway through Season 5 and I'm blown away by it. I didn't think it could get better, but it's amazing! The storylines, the sets, the acting are all great!

[@alexanderdreymon9278]

Hi Thank you so much for your love and support! Even your lovely wishes as well as your likes and comments! I believe they are all true. I appreciate all the love ALEXANDER

[@valf156115]

My FAVORITE SHOW EVERRRRRR!!!! It is home to me! So sad to see it end

[@joanne1229]

I kept putting off this season it took me for ever to find the perfect wedding dress for Uhtred !!!😂👏🏼 Amazing series Everyone deserves all awards Thank you for something WORTH WATCHING FANTASTIC!

[@mariaameliapereirasouza3955]

Alexander, what a beautiful voice, it's too perfect and I can't wait to see them on the small screen or in the spotlight. I always miss a beautiful smile ❤❤❤

[@ruuniitravels3831]

Greatest ending I’ve ever seen

[@gailcullinan349]

: Rooms with a sea view at Bebbanburh" I burst out laughing

[@mihailodukic601]

Uthred finally reclaimed his birthright! Such an underrated series by far !

[@adamkho3496]

The last kingdom the greatest series I have ever seen

[@sh4dowf4x]

Finan’s accent 🥰

[@erikasmith4427]

He's a gorgeous man 😍 !!!

[@JDS931]

Not sure what to do with my life now. Just finished the series. Sooooo incredible.

[@Panda72021]

Rewatch time 😆

[@alexanderdreymon9278]

Hi Thank you so much for your love and support! Even your lovely wishes as well as your likes and comments! I believe they are all true. I appreciate all the love ALEXANDER 😘

[@traceymcdonald1741]

I love this show so much season 5 took me through so many emotions

[@joannehanna2590]

Amazing season 5,!! I've loved this show from the start,but the way the final season wrapped everything up with a beautiful ending was more than I could have asked for!🖤 Congratulations to the awesome cast and crew! And all of the extras, as well! To everyone involved in the making of this masterpiece, be proud of making this happen!!! Blessings to all ~ Destiny is all !!🖤💯❤️ Love from Southern California and Southern New Mexico! U.S. ❤️🇺🇸 from a lady with Scot'' ,Irish & Luxembourg heritage! ( Sorry, no English in my blood!) But the Saxon Stories are So very interesting! I seem to end up watching so many of England's history ! Probably because there's not very many,if any of those beautiful countries that are my heritage!(Mark Rowley, how hard was it to change your very strong Scottish accent to an Irish accent? My hat's off to you for an awesome job!) And as for Alexander, Utred son of Utred! Great performance! Especially when you finally got your home back after all you did to help Alfred secure his own! And on & on...I'm glad you kept it from Edward!! BEBBENBURG was YOURS!!! 💖🎬⚔️📜🛡️🗡️☑️⚜️🖤

[@RavenWolfDrum69]

Omgosh.. im so in love with this man Alexander. who he loves and the time period .. I wish I was his ❤

[@tinacarter7210]

Amazing Amazing Amazing i love all the seasons the TLK is the best all the cast are fantastic.

[@thiagopontesribeiro8481]

I loved this interview. Thank you so much!!! 👏🏻

[@Gio_Gt]

Me gustó la serie ! Me encantó! Saludos desde Guatemala 🙂😬 arriba The last Kingdom ! ♥️

[@thatsmynamesowhat2949]

Best show on Netflix

[@gtaraksa]

I’m your HUGEEEE fan of you all from Thailand. Well done guys, love the show ♥️♥️♥️

[@alexanderdreymon9278]

Hi Thank you so much for your love and support! Even your lovely wishes as well as your likes and comments! I believe they are all true. I appreciate all the love ALEXANDER ❤🙏

[@Aornis]

Every time I see Eliza I am stunned how gorgeous she is in real life

[@THEBUFUMAN.]

Thank You for the Series, wish you all the best with your next projects.

[@lara8698]

A masterpiece, from beginning to the end!!

[@paulharris7950]

Finan is a Scot???!!! WTF!!! ALL and Every Single Actor in this series was Incredible!!! Far grittier and realistic than GOT or Vikings! Loved it! Cannot wait for the movie! 💖👍

[@gleacelhernandez5651]

One more season please! This is one of the best Netflix series ever.

[@rebeccalyle8443]

I found this show the night my beloved Brother passed away; I just finished it a few days ago and can’t wait to watch it again. Thank you all for getting me through one of the darkest times of my life. I love you all❤

[@punpunpuns]

The hair beard gets me every time hahahhahahahahahha

[@jacquelinecroasdale7115]

I'm going to miss them all.

[@respectfulwisdom9405]

He is so handsome!!!!!!!

[@Aumligh]

You guys rock!!

[@sarahmunden]

My favourite show, massively addictive

[@user-ob5vg7ke2q]

Season 5 was EMOTIONAL😩💔

[@edsonmorais5025]

Uma das melhores produções já realizadas

[@parisgordon2565]

JUST LOV IT. SAD IT OVER. WISH IT COULD GO ON. CLOTHES WERE NICE, UHTRED HANDSONE AND HOW HE TALKED. LOVED IT GOOD INTERTAINMENT

[@YogiRed]

I need a Finan in my life!

[@melodysullivan651]

Loved it all!

[@evenitao2430]

They can't let it end without seeing him see his son. They need to continue the story because this program is outstanding.

[@2bellamia]

Great show, loved every minute

[@aminealioualla]

The queen of Wessex is simply unbelievably awesome

[@maysawilson423]

I finished season 5 today; it was amazing! I will miss you all!

[@catherasga]

One of the best series ever!

[@lorasantellano9937]

Please let there be a season 6!🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@alexanderdreymon9278]

Hi Thank you so much for your love and support! Even your lovely wishes as well as your likes and comments! I believe they are all true. I appreciate all the love ALEXANDER ❤🙏