Erik the Conqueror (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1961, Erik the Conqueror is an action and adventure film directed by Mario Bava, running about 86 minutes. “He lived only for the flesh and the sword!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the 9th Century, two Viking children, separated since their early childhood with one raised by the British and the other by Vikings, meet after nearly 20 years as rivals as war breaks out between Britian and the Vikings for control of England.
Who’s in it. Erik the Conqueror stars Cameron Mitchell as Eron, George Ardisson as Erik, Duke of Helford, Alice Kessler as Rama and Ellen Kessler as Daya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Erik the Conqueror has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Erik the Conqueror page.
If you liked it. Fans of Erik the Conqueror tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Erik the Conqueror (1961)?
- In US, Erik the Conqueror is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Erik the Conqueror worth watching?
- Erik the Conqueror holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Erik the Conqueror?
- Erik the Conqueror stars Cameron Mitchell, George Ardisson, Alice Kessler, Ellen Kessler and Franco Giacobini.
- When was Erik the Conqueror released?
- Erik the Conqueror was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.