New Cast Members Join Prime Video’s “Bloodaxe” for Season 2
Prime Video's historical epic drama series "Bloodaxe" is set to expand its cast in its second season, welcoming Maddy Ambus (“The Return of Stanley Atwell,” “Utopia”), Steven Brand (“Saw X,” “The Scorpion King”), and Lasse Steen (“The Promised Land,” “What Lies Between Us”). These actors are slated for recurring roles, with Steen’s character making an initial appearance in the first season, which is soon to premiere globally on Amazon’s streaming platform.
The narrative of “Bloodaxe” follows the turbulent quests of Norse raiders Erik Bloodaxe, portrayed by Xavier Molyneux, and his consort Gunnhild, played by Jessica Madsen, who is ambitiously titled Mother of Kings. The saga unfolds as they struggle to seize the throne of Norway amidst a backdrop of relentless rivals, shifting allegiances, and treacherous double-crosses.
The Storyline Deepens in the Upcoming Season
According to the show’s summary, the impending season promises a narrative filled with impending warfare and chaos that engulfs the kingdom. It draws in formidable kings from neighboring Scandinavian nations and a potent English monarch, setting the stage for a grand, disaster-ridden, and enthralling new chapter in the Norse legend.
Production for Season 2 is actively underway in Ireland, with MGM Television handling the production duties. The series is spearheaded by Michael and Horatio Hirst, who serve as co-creators, showrunners, writers, and executive producers.
The production team also includes several notable executive producers: Morgan O’Sullivan with his O’Sullivan Productions label, Steve Stark representing Toluca Pictures, Arturo Interian, John Weber, and Sheila Hockin, each bringing their unique expertise to the epic series.
The representation for the newly added cast members includes Thrive Talent for Maddy Ambus, Luc Chaudhary at International Artists Management for Steven Brand, and Teamplayers in Denmark for Lasse Steen, ensuring a robust backing for the actors entering this dramatic historical fray.
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