A review enthusiastically recommends the historical drama series Vikings, highlighting its compelling characters, including Ragnar Lothbrok and Lagertha, and epic storytelling despite some historical liberties. The reviewer notes the series' quality diminishes later but remains worthwhile, and contrasts it with its sequel, Vikings: Valhalla, which, while well-received by some, faced criticism for its historical inaccuracies and departure from the original's style. The review also briefly mentions The Last Kingdom, another Netflix Viking-themed series. The author's personal opinions and viewing history are woven throughout the assessment of these shows.