The Northman is a 2022 internationally co-produced epic historical fiction thriller film directed by Robert Eggers, who co-wrote the screenplay with Sjรณn. Based on the legend of Amleth, the film stars Alexander Skarsgรฅrd (who also produced), Nicole Kidman, Claes Bang, Anya Taylor-Joy, Ethan Hawke, Bjรถrk, and Willem Dafoe. The plot follows Amleth, a Viking prince who sets out on a quest to avenge the murder of his father. ย Skarsgรฅrd had wanted to make a Viking film for several years, and Eggers decided to make the film his third project after the pair met to discuss possible collaborations. Much of the cast joined in October 2019, and filming took place from August to December 2020 in locations throughout Ireland, on a $70โ90 million production budget. ย The Northman had its world premiere in Stockholm at Rigoletto Cinema on March 28, 2022. It began theatrical release in some countries on April 13, 2022, and was released theatrically in the United States on April 22. The film received critical acclaim, with particular praise aimed at its direction, production values, and the performances of the cast, and has grossed $42.6 million worldwide.