4 Things We Already Know About Vikings Season 5
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Only five episodes into Vikings' fourth season, History announced that the drama will return for season five! Sure, there's a lot left of season four to enjoy, but aren't you a little curious about what's in store? Here's every little detail we can glean on the next season, inlcuding an exciting new addition to the cast! Once you're up to speed, check out how different the cast looks in real life and the absolute sexiest GIFs from the show.
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Jonathan Rhys Meyers Has Joined the Cast
Meyers, formerly of The Tudors on Showtime, will appear on the fifth season. Michael Hirst is the creator of behind both The Tudors and Vikings, so this reunion makes a lot of sense.
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Production Will Begin This Summer
The stars are slated to suit up for season five this Summer.
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The Episode Count
While the first three seasons feature 10 episodes each, the fifth season (like season four) will be 20 episodes long.
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The Premiere Date
We don't know exactly when season five will premiere, but it will definitely air in 2017. The past three seasons have all started in mid-February, so it's likely it will be around then.