The last kingdom season 6 - The Last Kingdom ending getting rave reviews as Netflix's drama gets Game of Thrones comparisons

Show producers have confirmed that a , entitled Seven Kings Must Die is now in production, and Alexander Dreymon will return as Uhtred in the film.

If there's a sudden resurgence of interest in the film, Netflix may decide to commission a sixth season, regardless of whether Cornwell writes a 14th book or not.

He finds Stiorra and begs his daughter to commit her Danish forces to the Saxon cause.

With only 10 of 13 books incorporated into the show by its end, The Last Kingdom has more of its source material awaiting an on-screen portrayal — which audiences are guaranteed to see.