Vikings Season 1 consists of nine episodes, each approximately 45-60 minutes long. The show is set in the late 8th century and follows the journey of Ragnar Lothbrok (played by Travis Fimmel), a legendary Viking warrior and farmer who lives in Kattegat, a small village in Norway. Ragnar, dissatisfied with his mundane life, sets out on a series of raids and adventures, driven by his desire for exploration, battle, and treasure.