Erik the Viking
“A Middle Ages Crisis.”
Synopsis
Erik the Viking gathers warriors from his village and sets out on a dangerous journey to Valhalla, to ask the gods to end the Age of Ragnorok and allow his people to see sunlight again. A Pythonesque satire of Viking life.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Erik the Viking Official Trailer #1 - John Cleese Movie (1989) HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-05
Top Cast
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Tim Robbins
Erik
Mickey Rooney
Erik's Grandfather
Eartha Kitt
Freya
Terry Jones
King Arnulf
Imogen Stubbs
Princess Aud
John Cleese
Halfdan the Black
Tsutomu Sekine
Slavemaster
Antony Sher
Loki
Gary Cady
Keitel Blacksmith
Charles McKeown
Sven's Dad
Tim McInnerny
Sven the Berserk
John Gordon Sinclair
Ivar the Boneless
Richard Ridings
Thorfinn Skullsplitter
Freddie Jones
Harald the Missionary
Samantha Bond
Helga
Danny Schiller
Snorri the Miserable
Jim Broadbent
Ernest the Viking (a Rapist)
Jim Carter
Jennifer the Viking (Another Rapist)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 22, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 1990
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.9M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Terry Jones
- Screenplay & Story
- Terry Jones
- Original Score
- Neil Innes
- Original Title
- Erik the Viking
- Country of Origin
- Sweden, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.9M
- Production Studios
- SF Studios, Prominent Features, Erik the Viking Film Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Terry Jones
Terry Jones
Neil Innes
Ian Wilson
George Akers
John Goldstone, Terry Glinwood
Department Leadership Roster
Terry Jones
Director
George Akers
Editor
John Goldstone
Producer
Terry Jones
Screenplay
Ian Wilson
Director of Photography
Neil Innes
Original Music Composer
John Beard
Production Design
Pam Tait
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Erik the Viking
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Erik the Viking about?
Erik the Viking gathers warriors from his village and sets out on a dangerous journey to Valhalla, to ask the gods to end the Age of Ragnorok and allow his people to see sunlight again. A Pythonesque satire of Viking life.
Who directed Erik the Viking?
Erik the Viking was directed by Terry Jones.
Who stars in Erik the Viking?
The principal cast of Erik the Viking includes Tim Robbins, Mickey Rooney, Eartha Kitt, Terry Jones, Imogen Stubbs.
When was Erik the Viking released and how long is it?
Erik the Viking was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
How much did Erik the Viking make at the box office?
Erik the Viking grossed $1.9M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Erik the Viking?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Erik the Viking was composed by Neil Innes.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Erik the Viking?
Erik the Viking holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).