The Last Kingdom - Twas the Night Before Christmas

To help get you in the festive spirit on Christmas Eve, we present to you our special rendition of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, with a Last Kingdom twist!
‘Twas the Night before Christmas and all through the land,
Not a Saxon was stirring, nor Danish war band.
A fire was burning in every Thane’s hall,
And a jolly Christmas Kingdom was hoped for by all.
In Eoferwic, Sigtryggr kept an eye on the border,
While enjoying another Yuletide with Stiorra.
As she slept with her battle sword under her bed,
Like a good warrior should, her father had said.
Brida was casting her runes in the wilderness,
To make sure next Yuletide was definitely…Uhtred-less!
A dream shared with Haesten as he gazed out to sea
‘fore striding home to his hall to finish decorating his tree.
In Mercia Aethelflaed sat, thoughts fixed on her throne,
And thought “how long must I listen to dull elder men moan?”
While Aldhelm stared at the flames in the hearth,
Hoping his gift to his lady would at least make her laugh.
Lady Aelswith was dreaming of an England united,
A thought she knew would make her Alfred excited.
King Edward was praying for new boots in the morning,
To keep his feet warm should the Danes come a-calling.
While Aelflaed was planning a grand Christmas dinner,
And hoping her son Aelfweard would turn out the winner.
Lord Aethelhelm counted his coin in his chamber,
And Father Pyrlig was sharpening his sword for his saviour.
But out in the wilds on a serious quest,
Lord Uhtred and his men were being put to the test.
For Christmas was a serious business this year,
And it was their mission next morning to deliver the cheer.
Finan was wrapping up presents in haste,
As this time he knew there was no time to waste.
And Sihtric was readying the horses outside,
So the heroes were ready for their Christmas day ride.
Would there be fighting or peace at Yuletide this year?
And would Eadith return from Frankia with their order of beer?
Only one thing was certain with Osferth in charge,
That the burgh’s decorations were sure to be large.
But out in the snow Lord Uhtred stood stilled,
Praying that Christmas would bring the thing he most willed.
To return to his birthright and take back his land,
So that on the ramparts of Bebbanburg as Lord he might stand.
To have his family around him on a cold Christmas night,
And all of England at peace with no battle to fight.
That we all soon might meet and feast in the hall,
All sing Merry Christmas, and know Destiny Is All.
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The Last Kingdom is a British historical fiction television series based on Bernard Cornwell's The Saxon Stories series of novels. The Last Kingdom is a Carnival Films production for Netflix.

[@MK-it7wk]

Uthred rocking a flannel shirt over 1000 years before it was cool.

[@Handyandy747]

He’s the Neil Young of the era

[@freespiritedfreespirited2595]

Who cares about “cool.” The worst thing you can do for yourself is care about others opinions.

[@michaelkean5969]

could that be how Markiplier's flannel was so lucky it was blessed by Odin.

[@kingkai2800]

@@freespiritedfreespirited2595 just a joke chill out

[@skyry101]

Yeah! 420!

[@confucius6355]

The Last Kingdom is such an underrated show

[@dadafelix1269]

Michael I totally agree!

[@GG5150]

No idea why the BBC got rid of it. Best show they had.

[@nat1baby]

The books are what’s underrated, the show just needs a better budget/casting

[@nat1baby]

@@GG5150 because BBC don’t promote subconscious equality... Plus the show would have been way better if not for the start through the BBC. “Destiny is all” is a joke catchphrase when it’s never mentioned in the books. Whatever doofus producer said “Fate is inexorable? No let’s dumb it down” should have never been offered work on Cornwell stories.

[@mgk0586]

My fav show ever. Well maybe tied with Breaking Bad

[@RMFilmStudios]

All Uhtred wants for Xmas is Bebbanburg!!

[@stanimirhristov2744]

No longer

[@petefoto3143]

... and a woman he can warm up to....

[@phylstv8764]

All he wants in bebenburg

[@phylstv8764]

Yeah🤣🤣

[@clamchowder622]

and all I want for xmas is to watch him take it. And kill wihtgar especially

[@eddieg1230]

The most unexpected Christmas gift! CAN NOT wait for season 5...

[@austindorsey5342]

Me toooooo

[@BrodoFaggings]

Any idea when itll be released?

[@avizinaro]

@@BrodoFaggings 2021

[@hansenurena4713]

Great shit

[@nativeblood7372]

Man I was hoping for them to say. Season 5 starts tonight

[@zarat4621]

The “destiny is all” got me 😂

[@shanjak1]

And then laughing at himself after. 😂

[@diannescamera6496]

It sure made me smile!

[@Academic_G]

Same. Lovely ending!

[@lucjocelyne5327]

Très belle série semi- historique . Excellent casting , et magnifique acteurs. Quel beau voyage à travers l’histoire. Merci. Jocelyne Luc

[@jyn88]

So cheesy corny but I love it. He couldn't help but chuckle himself

[@jezzaus2124]

Netflix really needs to sort its advertising out for this programme. One of the best shows out there and hardly advertised at all. Hopefully Netflix sorts this out for series 5!

[@MissWayLucas]

Man you couldn't be more right. They'll put every marketing dollar they've got into pumping out stuff for Stranger Things meanwhile this show has been going strong and getting stronger for 4 seasons (which is a lifetime as far as Netflix seasons go since they cancel most after S02) and is perfectly poised to fill the Game of Thrones gap and they haven't done shit to make the public aware of this show. I had to just stumble upon it!

[@Macnaomh]

@@MissWayLucas Same, never would have found this gem if it wasn't for the interesting banner I saw for it while browsing Netflix

[@thereverseeffect7269]

Then you advertise it, with word of mouth. I have gotten people to watch this show myself

[@sarasanchezchase4248]

This show needs as much exposure as Resurection Etrugrul. Two excellent period shows

[@KatMadeAVideo]

@@sarasanchezchase4248 I love Ertugrul! I devoured all of the seasons as fast as I could! It was fascinating - and wholesome!!

[@24arabindjohn79]

Missing father beokka❤️❤️❤️

[@sarasanchezchase4248]

Agree. Father Beocca gone too soon

[@myparadoxes]

GIANTS!!!!!!!!!

[@jyn88]

I know!! I was so sad

[@otoS97]

Lowkey I lost 40% of interest towards show after he left us. I still love it but. King Alfred and Father Beokka was huge part of the show. I was satisfied by way they told farewell to Alfred but I can't get away Beokka

[@AngelEyesOOO1]

Same... hope this makes up for it though ... And father beocca heard his name through the veil He made a godly appearance to uhtred before his christmas meal ... Someone else wanna take over?

[@yemisajuyigbe413]

My excitement for this show is unnatural. I want 10 seasons

[@tshikoff2081]

Season 4

[@AceNumba9]

Me too

[@tiannaferguson1683]

For real

[@steffyincan]

I love this this show does stuff like this. I don't know of any other show that is constantly doing stuff for fans like this. The actors are so involved with connecting with fans. They seem to really love the show, each other, and its fans. Like it's not just a job to them.

[@danielni2457]

Try supernatural

[@robbmiller8459]

Sons of Anarchy cast and crew were like this too.

[@blazedr13]

Trailer park boys puts out stuff still on a fairly regular basis. It hasn't had a new season for years

[@shanewalsh1188]

Yellowstone is also very interactive like this, in-between seasons

[@cynthiamckenna2509]

Outlander is constantly doing stuff like this for their fans! A truly great show, as well! Check it out! 💖

[@NEMESIS_1234]

They need to get Alexander Dreymon to do last kingdom audio books would be amazing

[@ninasylvester54]

Yaaaaasssssss!!

[@m.hayden5944]

In Uhtred’s voice of course

[@jackojackson6043]

I actually really like the different accents the original audio guy does

[@petefoto3143]

Absolutely....

[@strayfreckles]

yeassss, I love his voice

[@Incandescence555]

That was overwhelmingly the best thing to happen in 2020

[@laurenrae8658]

DESTINY IS ALL 🤣🤣❤️

[@scottgeorgson2744]

I love this cast and this show. Does NOT get enough attention.

[@bettychurch7142]

MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄🎁 to all my fellow Arselings’‼️

[@wexfordgirl1]

Oh how I miss that guy. Gone too soon from the show. Way too soon.

[@englishgentleman7471]

Earsling (if you’ve read the books) but merry Christmas to you too.

[@r.usuriousbruv5211]

Rip

[@lvateinn8258]

Rip leofric

[@richardsarcheryreviews]

Time to rewatch the entire last kingdom I think merry Christmas everyone

[@englishgentleman7471]

Are you a trad or field archer? Personally I prefer trad

[@richardsarcheryreviews]

@@englishgentleman7471 I do both mate I have my own range on a nearby farm which get little use at this time of year and when the local clubs open up again I go there to do you shoot recurve or compound

[@robinmathis2304]

I LITERALLY BINGE WATCHED THIS ON NETFLIX,; AND I CANNOT WAIT UNTIL SEASON 5 AIRS! YES DESTINY IS ALL✊🏾

[@flipcool2117]

THE LAST KINGDOM IS THE GREATEST SHOW OF ALL TIME!!!HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL!!

[@simonjj7397]

King Alfred was played superbly, will be missed.

[@iamkamx5172]

When the song goes "umhm mmrrm humm hugghh ughh huuughh". I feel that.

[@uplisticmarketing5882]

Same

[@kil0_387]

ahaha this

[@amieeb5447]

All. The. Feels. 💯

[@andrewwoodman8616]

Lady Aelswyth is a stone-cold stunner in real life. My god. Gorgeous

[@Zederok]

DESTINY IS ALL!!! Love the ending, love the show...Thank you all in front of the camera and behind for portraying my favorite time in all of world history.

[@markrowley1756]

Hi thank you very much for your support to my carrier fan like you keep me going, yours lovely Mark Rowley 🌹🌹

[@kieran3913]

When is the next season coming out???? I need this show. Such a great show.

[@scottneill7600]

Late 2021

[@turnerjensen2620]

I’m pretty sure they’re filming now

[@alexrozenbom3430]

Its a great show but it seems to be getting repetitive.

[@finlayhumberstone8137]

@@alexrozenbom3430 it's following the books, I haven't read beyond the show yet but I guess the while era was full of Danish lords invading in a fairly repetitive manner

[@alexrozenbom3430]

@@finlayhumberstone8137 I understand all that. But at this point, there are three plot lines. (1) Rescuing a damsel in distress, (2) fighting the latest Danis army, and (3) managing the eldermen's and Alfred's and Edward's treachery. How many times have we seen each?

[@igameguruistestchannel9682]

Can we talk about how fine Lady Eahlswith is off set?! by the gods

[@stillirise7813]

Ikr i had to do a double take.

[@jollycooperator2876]

She is so freaking bad.

[@douglastrouette1583]

I can't believe how smokin' hot she is. I had to watch this about 20 times...

[@WhatsCookingTime]

She's got a great smile and a bubbly personality which is so different than her character

[@louisbrown4620]

Literally...the most underrated show ever.

[@PiercingWinds]

OMG hearing alexander's voice again is the best thing i could have asked for

[@sarasanchezchase4248]

Utrecht’s voice alone is it. Night Before Christmas awesome. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@manresacredo9774]

Aethelflaed: “ how long must I listen to dull elder men moan?”

[@adj5767]

Ealdormen

[@TihetrisWeathersby]

This is perfect, A last kingdom Christmas

[@donnawoodard5035]

I could listen to this man read anything❤❤

[@AbdellahRamadan]

Uhtred: Destiny is all.

[@jakerbo]

I couldn't have asked for a more perfect gift to cheerl me this Christmas Eve! Love these guys. Merry Christmas everyone! 💚❤️🎄❤️💚

[@Cynical_Pynical]

I’ve never watched a series ever as good as this. Honestly the best thing I’ve ever watched

[@evao1592]

I don't normally watch stuff with a lot of violence but I was hooked from the very first episode.awesome series

[@grey_hood_girl6778]

Spending my Christmass night in hospital this year. This sheered me up a lot ! TLK community, cast and crew made me smile Today ! Love you all and special hug for every lonely person tonight !!

[@wexfordgirl1]

I am so sorry for that. I hope your New Year is better. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@strayfreckles]

I hope you get better soon ❤️

[@yvettesmith6144]

Sorry to hear that but have a great new year

[@mitze888]

Sorry to read this. 😞 Sending you healing and wellness blessings!

[@hansenbee123]

get well soon !

[@mustachejohnson]

First time i seen dudes face while he says "Destiny is all" 😂

[@TonyTruthRx]

Bro I swear there better be anew season. You guys are the best

[@ishaqazad5662]

"Destiny is all"📜📜📜

[@thenufez]

I waited all the way at the end hoping for just the line we all wanted, Destiny is all!

[@mariannegalindo9040]

All I wanted for Christmas was Uhtred!!! 😂😂😂😘😘😘

[@jaytyes3972]

Loved this and I absolutely love the Last Kingdom.

[@westyw.4235]

This is one of the best productions I've seen in the past decade, so very well done guys! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you all!

[@ronnieavery5103]

Can't wait for season 5 this is the best show ever

[@lilquebecois]

What a treat for eyes to see all my favourite people in ONE video. 💕

[@xBigBean]

This reminds me, I need a new season in my life

[@nightdreamer6330]

Yes Uhtred, Destiny is all! Can't wait! Thanks for the wonderful Christmas gift!

[@cptighe7839]

....and this is why this is a PHENOMENAL series as the actors all are like family....

[@colinbrown7021]

This series should never end! Never! ❤️❤️👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@gabyramos7722]

That was perfect!!! I'm ready for the next season🥳🥳 Merry Christmas/ Happy Holidays to all the cast and everyone reading this. Please stay safe!!!

[@alexanderdreymon9851]

Thank you for this love Gaby, I really do appreciate the love and support and I mean it. You are the best. Where are you texting from ?

[@JaneDeuberInter]

Thank you all for spreading some Christmas joy. We appreciate and miss you all. May your Christmases be filled with love and good times. ❤️

[@alexanderdreymon9851]

Thank you for this love Jane, I really do appreciate the love and support and I mean it. You are the best. Where are you texting from ?

[@sbeharry4179]

Oh how i love those accents !!! Really loved listening to this

[@dystar112]

I am spending Christmas alone do this really honestly made me smile. Such familiar faces on Christmas Day - so lovely.

[@MICHAEL-wg2lh]

Happy Christmas ⛄

[@malek9039]

Big love to all of you 😘 from PALESTIN 🇵🇸❤️

[@JohnSmith-ou5un]

Free Palestine 🇵🇸

[@joshkercenneck2357]

This was great. Merry christmas to the TLK cast and to everyone. Cant wait for season 5

[@hugosmith7923]

Absolutely brilliant!! Thank you for doing that guys you’ve cheered us all up and we really need that this year!! Can’t wait for season 5! I agree with an earlier comment, Uthred should do audio books for the Last Kingdom 😊

[@mr.anklebreaker7473]

Season 5🔥 can’t wait

[@shinjinobrave]

Smiling like a damn fool over here, thank you guys so much for this!!!

[@craftycraff7938]

Amazing, thank you for this gem!

[@Amanda-ky9jr]

I literally get chills when I think about this show and can NOT wait for a new season! I've been in love with Uhtred since day 1 💕 Destiny is all!

[@marybennett3284]

Brilliant. Love this programme can’t wait to see the next season.

[@ConnorMacDougallMusic]

I love this! Merry Christmas and happy Yule to everyone!

[@chutazok]

I needed this, Thank you! Merry Christmas Everyone!

[@JordanDunn]

I just discovered this show and have been binge watching the hell out of it

[@dmoraru1294]

You guys are such a delight! The best show ever!

[@Keanerock]

Love, love, love this show. The actors are amazing, the storylines amazing. Connecting with fans amazing, what more can we ask. S5 hurry up please.

[@richardbenitez7803]

What a nice surprise. Merry christmas. You were the best ever I have seen on made for tv. Great acting. Thanks

[@legaltidbits]

I love it!! Thanks, guys and gals!

[@dionadair8195]

You. Frigging. Geniuses. This was perfect!

[@vickielawson3701]

Awwh this made my day better... Merry Christmas to all of you and your families....

[@vivianscircle]

Awww that was such a treat!! Thank you to tye cast and crew that made it happen!!! 😘🥰 Can't wait for the new season!

[@countessdelancret2447]

Merry Christmas!!! Thank you so much!!

[@sarahstevenson2384]

Happy Christmas to all the cast and crew of TLK, what a great video - thank you!

[@Thy_punisher69]

Love this, can’t wait for season 5!! Such a great cast and great story, keep it up 👍🏻

[@sandralee1604]

Totally love this! Thanks for the good cheer, and Merry Christmas to you all!

[@gracieperez6406]

Can't get enough of The Last Kingdom

[@tamilynn5377]

I love it, thank you so much

[@ninasylvester54]

Looks like I'll be binging this again, and again, until season 5 comes out! Y'all are so great, best show ever!

[@alexanderdreymon9851]

Thank you for this love Nina, I really do appreciate the love and support and I mean it. You are the best. Where are you texting from ?

[@ninasylvester54]

@@alexanderdreymon9851 I live in north Georgia! It really is the best show ever 😘

[@alexanderdreymon9851]

@@ninasylvester54 Thank you for the love Nina, so tell me how many seasons have you seen ?

[@ninasylvester54]

@@alexanderdreymon9851 are you kidding?? All 4, several times lol.... I'm waiting on 5! How much longer?? Do u know and the release date is?

[@alexanderdreymon9851]

​@@ninasylvester54 We are particularly sure yet about the exact date but we are looking at mid year. Hopefully they might have eased the lock down to enable us return to out normal production. Thank you for the follow up, I really appreciate it. contact me @ [e-mail], I will be able to provide you with more information as we go. Do let me know when you send me a message. Thank you again for the LOVE.

[@angief8597]

PURRRRFECT! We are binging, AGAIN, on the series, for the 4th time!! Destiny is all! Merry Happy Christmas!!❤

[@yachiraencarnacion8835]

Best christmas poem ever! Please come back!!! Can't wait for season 5.

[@restock509]

The best series I have ever seen , you know it’s good when you miss them!

[@zippogirl]

Well, this was an unexpected delight! Merry Christmas, everyone!

[@callalily9842]

Ok that was freaking awesome! 😍 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. 🎄🤶🎉

[@alexanderdreymon9851]

Thank you for this love Lily, I really do appreciate the love and support and I mean it. You are the best. Where are you texting from ?

[@kristadixon3272]

Love seeing these character having fun together! 100 thumbs up!!

[@dadafelix1269]

Love this show. Can’t wait for the next season! ❤️

[@karacollins8678]

OMG thankyou so much, this literally brought tears to my eyes. This year has been so shit, also doesn't help I recently lost my father to cancer in September, but we also brought new life to the family at the beginning of this month. This show means everything to me and also my dear father. Cannot wait for the new season. In memory of dad.😭🤗

[@bridgettedawson1097]

Season 5 is almost here! My husband and I can't wait.

[@veronicalett8098]

What a great way to show fans you care - thank you for such a fun holiday surprise.

[@bonnielyskanowski1775]

I can’t wait for the next season. The best show ever. !

[@Dr.Gainzzz]

Can season 5 drop already I've literally seen every episode 3 times now. One of my all time favorite shows.

[@hackjuniordf]

Man, can't wait for the new season! Meanwhile i'm reading the books, which by the way are incredible! Happy New Year to everybody!

[@andreasandor3242]

Love it! Thank you so much merry Christmas to you all can't wait for seasonal 5!

[@samrichardson8388]

Love you guys! Thanks for this tidbit! Merry Christmas!

[@MrVorrhess]

Magnificent

[@DomManu10]

Merry Christmas everyone an to all The Last Kingdom crew. Once the lockdown ends lets try a huge watch party of all the seasons so far an hopefully season 5! Remember anyone through the hard times Destiny is all an I an all my brothers an sisters are with you!!!

[@jeanettesamuel5437]

Thank you for that - can't wait for the next season but don't want it to end. Love you all there

[@JRoss-zxzx]

Effing BRILLIANT! Thanks.

[@Blackops1473]

Can't wait for next season

[@aemondtargaryen972]

Merry Christmas to all the pagans out there...

[@naboob]

😂

[@AlessandraWoodward]

Happy Yuletide ✨🎄🦌🌙

[@chrisdaube5435]

Is that not what’s called contradiction???

[@adampena9455]

Pagans don’t celebrate Christmas

[@TicklishCrown]

@@adampena9455 that’s the joke

[@joseva]

Best Christmas message ever! Looking forward to your new season guys! #thelastkingdom

[@scorpyniko7416]

Happy merry Christmas to you all!

[@anonyme750]

The charism when Uthred is speaking>>

[@KianneofTroi]

MY Uthred.. whoot..! whoot! happy xmas guy guysssssss!

[@kraftylynne6544]

They are all so great. Loved the series.Watched it many times. Thanks guys!

[@had2galsinthebooth]

Yeah,I liked this. Well done to all of them and HAPPY HOLIDAYS!