Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Northman List

• Midsommar - Both films explore themes of folk rituals and the horror that can arise from them.
• The Witch - Similar dark atmosphere and themes of isolation, fear, and supernatural elements.
• Pathfinder - Set in a historical context with a lone warrior theme, similar to The Northman.
• Valhalla Rising - A grim story of a warrior's journey through mythic landscapes and battles.
• 10,000 BC - Epic prehistoric adventure with an emphasis on survival and tribal conflicts.
• Conan the Barbarian - Classic tale of sword and sorcery that features a strong warrior protagonist.
• Apocalypto - A survival story set in a historical context, with themes of vengeance and struggle.
• Gladiator - Epic battle sequences and themes of revenge, set in a historical context.
• The Last Kingdom - Historical drama that captures similar Viking and warrior culture elements.
• Vikings - Dramatized historical storylines about Viking culture and fierce battles.
• The Revenant - Survivalist themes and raw, gritty storytelling in a historical context.
• The Road - Dystopian survival themes, exploring humanity in dire circumstances.
• Umberto D. - While different in theme, it shares a deep exploration of the human experience.
• Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - Martial arts epic that combines grand visuals with a compelling story.
• Kingdom of Heaven - Epic historical film with battles, honor, and the struggle for power.
• The Hateful Eight - Post-civil war tensions and survival themes through intense character studies.
• Ernest & Celestine - Focuses on the bond between characters and the struggle against societal norms.
• The Green Knight - A visually stunning exploration of legendary tales and motifs of courage.
• Beowulf - Epic poem adaptation that explores themes of valor, monsters, and historical darkness.
• The Serpent - Similar dark themes and an exploration of mythology intertwined with human conflict.
• Was there always this much trouble? - Explores themes of identity and survival in a way that's thematically compatible.
• Death Stranding - Video game that explores survival, the human condition, and mythological elements.
• Highlander - Themes of immortality and warrior honor across ages and cultures.
• Spartacus: Blood and Sand - Brutal historic battles and personal vendetta themes similar to The Northman.
• The Fall - Explores deep human emotions through visual storytelling and dark motifs.
• Ragnarok - Nordic mythology and themes that echo the mythic elements in The Northman.
• The New World - Historical drama that meditates on the clash of cultures and survival.
• The Dark Crystal - Mythic storytelling with dark, immersive visuals and deep themes.
• The Last Duel - An exploration of honor, betrayal, and medieval conflict, similar to The Northman.
• Centurion - Historical battle film focusing on survival and brutal warfare.
• The Great Wall - Epic battles and mythical creatures, along with themes of alliance and survival.
• Annihilation - Science fiction with deep themes of survival and existential exploration.
• The Kingdom - Tensions in a historical context, combining thriller elements with action.
• Black Death - Post-medieval dark themes and survival under oppressive circumstances.
• Solo: A Star Wars Story - Themes of adventure and survival against oppressive forces, similar to The Northman.
• Even Dwarfs Started Small - Has a surreal and dark take on human nature and societal upheaval.
• The Lighthouse - Similar themes of isolation, madness, and stark visuals.
• Macbeth - Themes of ambition and tragedy within a dark historical context.
• Last House on the Left - A darker exploration of survival against brutality and revenge.
• Hostiles - Explores themes of survival, violence, and human connection against a brutal backdrop.
• Dunkirk - A survival story with high stakes and intense battle scenes.
• The Last Samurai - Warrior themes focused on honor and conflict in a historical setting.