"Sacrifice" is the eighth episode of the first season of Vikings. It is the eighth episode of the series overall. It first aired on April 21, 2013. It was written by creator Michael Hirst and directed by Ken Girotti.
Synopsis
The traditional pilgrimage to Uppsala to thank the gods brings a torrent of emotions for Ragnar, Lagertha, and Athelstan. Ragnar, pulling farther away from his wife, goes to make peace with the death of his unborn son. Lagertha, still reeling from her miscarriage, wants to find out from the gods if more sons are in her future. As the Vikings come together to sacrifice and give thanks to their gods, Athelstan discovers just how strong his Christian faith remains.
Recap
Cast
Main
- Travis Fimmel as Earl Ragnar
- Katheryn Winnick as Lagertha
- Clive Standen as Rollo
- Jessalyn Gilsig as Siggy
- Gustaf Skarsgård as Floki
- George Blagden as Athelstan
- Donal Logue as King Horik
Guest Starring
Additional Cast (in order of appearance)
- Ruby O'Leary as Gyda
- Diarmaid Murtagh as Leif
- Tadhg Murphy as Arne
- Jefferson Hall as Torstein
- Maude Hirst as Helga
- Elinor Crawley as Thyri
- Damien Devaney as Priest 1
- Paul Ward as Priest 2
- Niall O'Sioradain as Priest of Uppsala
- Steve Wilson Horik's Companion
- Rudi Kennedy as Young Man
Cast notes
- Alyssa Sutherland is not credited and does not appear in this episode.
- This episode marks the first appearance of King Horik.
- Uppsala is located in Svitjod or Svealand (land of the Swedes).