Where's Trell?

[Jeepers]

That was over 90% fiction and filmed in Eastern Europe to keep costs down. But is was a good yarn nonetheless.

Interesting to read.

The Last Kingdom: real history and historical accuracy

The Last Kingdom, based on the novels of Bernard Cornwell, re-tells the history of King Alfred the Great and his desire to unite the many separate kingdoms into what would become England. Here, we recap the real history behind the show...

www.historyextra.com

 

[TLS Guy]

Interesting to read.

The Last Kingdom: real history and historical accuracy

The Last Kingdom, based on the novels of Bernard Cornwell, re-tells the history of King Alfred the Great and his desire to unite the many separate kingdoms into what would become England. Here, we recap the real history behind the show...

www.historyextra.com

That is correct. Yes, it was based on novels and so honestly described as fiction. However the essence of the story did adhere largely to the essence of the history as we know it. Just remember watching it, there is huge artistic license!