Jessica Madsen, known for her role as Cressida Cowper in Bridgerton, is set to play the powerful Gunnhild, wife to Erik Bloodaxe, in Prime Video‘s upcoming series Bloodaxe. The historical epic, created by Vikings’ Michael Hirst, follows Erik and Gunnhild as they fight to claim the throne of Norway during a brutal period in Norse history.
The story is set in a time of rival warlords, unstable alliances, and looming war. With the land torn apart and chaos consuming the kingdom, the stage is set for a compelling and magical new Norse saga.
The Story of Bloodaxe
Bloodaxe is the latest historical epic from Vikings creator Michael Hirst, who co-writes, showruns, and executive produces the series alongside his son Horatio Hirst. The duo describes the show as a high-stakes, emotionally charged saga set during a brutal period in Norse history. Production is set to kick off this summer in Ireland and Iceland, with MGM Television, now under Amazon MGM Studios, producing the series. B
The series takes place decades after the events of the original Vikings and decades before Valhalla, making it a standalone saga rather than a direct continuation. loodaxe is carving out its own narrative, distinct from Vikings and Vikings: Valhalla.
A New Saga in the Viking Era
The story follows Erik and Gunnhild as they fight to claim the throne of Norway, amidst rival warlords, unstable alliances, and looming war. The land is torn apart by fierce rivals, shifting loyalties, and bloody betrayals. With war looming and chaos consuming the kingdom, the stage is set for a compelling and magical new Norse saga.
While comparisons to other Viking-themed shows are inevitable, Bloodaxe is carving out its own narrative. It is a standalone saga, distinct from its predecessors.
Source: Deadline
