[s4e19] On The Eve Review

Vikings Season 4: Episode 19, On The Eve - Historia Magazine

is the nineteenth episode of the fourth season of the historical drama series Vikings , which first aired on January 25, 2017. The episode was written by series creator Michael Hirst and directed by Ben Bolt . Key Plot Features [S4E19] On the Eve

: The episode features the first appearance of Jonathan Rhys Meyers as the warrior-bishop Heahmund, a character intended to serve as a foil for Ivar in subsequent seasons. Production Elements Vikings Season 4: Episode 19, On The Eve

: The episode features notable historical inaccuracies, such as Prince Æthelwulf leading the defense against the Great Heathen Army at a time when he would have historically been dead for several years. Vikings Season 4: Episode 19

: Lagertha successfully defends Kattegat against an invading army led by Egil, who was secretly funded by King Harald Finehair.