Ragnarok (2020)
A Norwegian Netflix fantasy drama where ancient Norse gods and giants clash anew in a modern town on the brink of environmental collapse.
Ragnarok - Series Information
- Original Title: Ragnarok
- First Air Year: 2020
- Last Air Year: 2023
- Created by: Adam Price, Emilie Lebech Kaae
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Drama, Mystery
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 18
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Norwegian
- Spoken Languages: Norwegian
- First Air Date: January 31, 2020 (United States - TV-MA), January 31, 2020 (Germany - 16), January 31, 2020 (Brazil - 16), January 31, 2020 (Spain - 16), January 31, 2020 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Netflix
- Production Companies: SAM Productions, Ghost VFX
- Production Countries: Denmark, Norway
- Alternative Titles: رگناروک (IR), Ragnarök (PE), Ragnarok (FR), Ragnarok (US), Раґнарок (UA), Ragnarök (ES)
Ragnarok - Plot
A small Norwegian town experiencing warm winters and violent downpours seems to be headed for another Ragnarök -- unless someone intervenes in time.
Ragnarok - Trailer
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This is where it all begins.
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Ragnarok - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Adam Price
- Emilie Lebech Kaae
Main Cast
- David Alexander Sjøholt
- Jonas Strand Gravli
- Herman Tømmeraas
- Theresa Frostad Eggesbø
- Henriette Steenstrup
- Synnøve Macody Lund
- Odd-Magnus Williamson
- Gísli Örn Garðarsson
- Danu Sunth
- Bjørn Sundquist
Writers
- Adam Price
- Emilie Lebech Kaae
- Christian Gamst Miller-Harris
- Ida Mule Scott
- Simen Alsvik
Executive Producers
- Adam Price
- Meta Louise Foldager Sørensen
Ragnarok - FAQs
Where can you stream Ragnarok online?
Ragnarok is available exclusively on Netflix, both with a standard subscription and through Netflix Standard with Ads. It is accessible in most regions where Netflix operates. Visit JustWatch to compare all available viewing options in your specific country or region.
Is Ragnarok based on Norse mythology?
Yes, Ragnarok draws heavily from Norse mythology, reimagining ancient gods and giants reborn in a contemporary Norwegian setting. Characters parallel figures like Thor, Loki, and the Jotnar, while the overarching conflict mirrors the mythological end-of-the-world battle known as Ragnarök.
What is the ending of Ragnarok explained?
In the Season 3 finale, it is revealed that the entire conflict may have taken place within Magne's imagination — a controversial twist suggesting the gods and giants were a metaphorical construct. This ambiguous ending divided fans, leaving the true nature of events deliberately open to interpretation.
Who are the main actors in Ragnarok?
Ragnarok stars David Alexander Sjøholt as Magne Seier, Jonas Strand Gravli as Laurits Seier, Herman Tømmeraas as Fjor Jutul, Theresa Frostad Eggesbø as Saxa Jutul, Henriette Steenstrup as Turid Seier, Synnøve Macody Lund as Ran Jutul, and Gísli Örn Garðarsson as Vidar Jutul, among others.
How many seasons does Ragnarok have?
Ragnarok ran for 3 seasons, each consisting of 6 episodes, for a total of 18 episodes. Season 1 premiered in January 2020, Season 2 followed in May 2021, and Season 3 concluded the series in August 2023 on Netflix.
Is Ragnarok cancelled or has it ended?
Ragnarok has officially ended. The series concluded with its third and final season in 2023. Netflix confirmed it as the concluding chapter of the story, wrapping up the conflict between reborn Norse gods and the powerful Jutul family in the fictional Norwegian town of Edda.
When did Ragnarok first air on Netflix?
Ragnarok first aired on January 31, 2020, when Netflix released the entire first season globally. The Norwegian-language series was one of Netflix's early investments in Scandinavian original content and quickly gained an international audience drawn to its blend of mythology and environmental themes.
How was Ragnarok received by critics and audiences?
Ragnarok received generally positive reviews for its first two seasons, praised for its atmospheric setting, strong performances, and inventive mythological premise. The controversial Season 3 finale divided audiences sharply. Overall, the series is regarded as an engaging, visually distinctive entry in the Norse mythology genre.
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