Viking: The Berserkers
The Hunger Games heads back to the Dark Ages when a group of five young Saxons is captured by a clan of fearsome Viking warriors and used as prey in a ritualistic manhunt. High on a potion that turns them "berserk" the brutal hunters are soon on the scent of the terrified youngsters in a desperate battle for survival from the ritualistic manhunt. Written and directed by Welsh film-maker Antony Smith.
Why it matters
A brutal plunge into Norse mythology-fueled survival horror that leans hard into primal fear and savage spectacle.
- A raw, gritty take on the Viking berserker mythos, blending historical brutality with supernatural frenzy.
- Practical effects and visceral fight choreography deliver a tactile sense of violence that’s rare in low-budget period horror.
- Fans of folklore-infused survival thrillers like *The Ritual* will appreciate the ritualistic manhunt framing.
- Uneven pacing and limited character development hold it back, but the immersive atmosphere and relentless tension reward patient viewers.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
57
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
14
Supernatural
20
Creature
0
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
50
Cerebral
0
Survival
66
