The Last Kingdom's Alexander Dreymon and Bernard Cornwell talk War Lord, the series' final novel
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- Bernard Cornwell, author of the Last Kingdom novels, and actor Alexander Dreymon - who plays Uhtred of Bebbanburg in the TV series - joined RadioTimes.com for an exclusive Q&A to mark the release of War Lord, the final book in the epic saga.
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Alexander Dreymon, you are so well deserving of the acclaimation from Bernard Cornwell. Thank you for bringing Uhtred into my life, I adore him. He is a rare jewel.
Alexander is the perfect Uhtred. Can't imagine anyone else playing this tole.
Thanks for your love ❤️ and support it means a lot to me.. How're you and where're you from?
@@alexanderdreymon592 Hello, Alexander! I'm from Portugal and I'm watching TLK on Netflix. Your fans eagerly wait season 5. I also would like to know other roles you've already plaid. Thank you for your answer. You're a very considerate man and actor.
@@manuelapinto4779 I'm glad my fans are this eager and I wouldn't dissapoint them because it would only get better. I'd like to talk to you more in my free time and to know you more personally. If you've a hangout or WhatsApp let me have your details so I add you up. Thanks for being such an amazing fan.
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@@alexanderdreymon592 Are you really Alexander Dreymon? I mean, actors are not the most approachable persons...😀
@@manuelapinto4779 I'm giving an opportunity to find out. Get me those details I asked for and you'll find out for yourself.
I saw the show first and am now on book 8. I love that I have 2 different but overlapping stories of Uthred and obviously there's a lot more detail in the books. There are parts in the books, like Alexander, that I slightly regret not being in the show, but likewise I really appreciate the way the show focuses on some relationships that the book doesn't. All in all, a massive thankyou to Bernard and to the cast and crew of TLK. The story is part of my life now. In fact, tomorrow I'm going on an epic journey from Wales to Newcastle to catch the last weekend of the TLK exhibition at Bamburgh Castle! 😊❤
It’s so wholesome seeing how excited Alexander is speaking with Bernard. I love it.
the books were brilliant and took me to a time from the past! Loved all the characters. The series was fantastic, I thought all the characters were perfectly cast. Alexander was the perfect choice for Uhtred!
Wow. Very humbling to have a series book dedicated to the lead actor (and the crew). Must mean that the series is on target.
Alexander is such a humble guy, I wish him all the best. I hope he lands all the big acting parts. Wish they would cast him as the next Bond. Bernard, your books are so amazing.
I totally agree🎉❤Mr. Dreymon would bring new life into the role of James Bond 007. OMGOODNESS ⚘️ 😮 I get goosebumps just thinking about it. Mr. Dreymon is perfect for the part. He could thrill the nation's 🌎 our World forever❤😂
This was THE best series I have ever seen.. I have watched it twice and may watch it again in the near future.. Alexander is an amazing actor.. You can see the passion in his acting.. I will buy the books
I found this series the other day, thought I’d watch one to see what it was like….. I didn’t sleep all night!! I’m on series 4 now and I’m now going to stretch it out because I can’t bare to be without them all! They’ve become like family and I don’t want it all to end!!
Fell in love with the show from S1 Ep1 minute
1.
I had never even heard of Alexander, but watching how he plays off everyone he interacts with and in turn feeds their performance, I thought “ this is a special actor that cares deeply about his craft.” I have watched all four seasons many times, but it just isn’t enough. I decided to stockpile my Audible credits and purchase every book in the Saxon Stories series and have speed run up to “War of the Wolf” in the past couple of weeks, as I work ten hour shifts. Alexander and the entire cast have imprinted such an indelible mark in my mind, that it is impossible for me not to be able to visualize every scenario that occurs in the books, even when I might be distracted by work😉. This book series and the show will be the reason why I will purchase EVERY piece written by Bernard Cornwell, audio and print. I just wish the show could last forever, but alas, that obviously isn’t possible.
Just finished War Lord, I’m going to miss the characters it’s like they have become friends. Thank you, the whole series has been fantastic and Alexander is the perfect Ultread.
The site of the great battle of Brunanburh/Bromborough 937AD,Wirral, is literally a few minutes walk down Roman road, best wishes from the wirral peninsula,bounded by the mersey and the Dee and the Irish sea...geography and rhyme...E
This man wrote the Sharpes Series. He was epic because of that, this just raises him even higher.
The interviewer asked such great questions!
Bernard Cornwell is a great writer. The Last Kingdom is a great show.
Yes Alexander Dreymon is one of the best actors l’ ve ever seen he made this Story one the best. Thank Mr Bernard I hope this series continues With Uhtred.
Mr Cornwell, please write another series so Alexander and cast can star in it.
Yes please ☺️☺️☺️
Yez plzzz,♥️♥️♥️
Yes 💯
I’m on series 4 and I’ve slowed down watching because when it’s over I’m going to miss this show like family!!
A series on the Gauls and Roman's would be cool.
I didn't want the show to end please Make new series, we want to watch you again, i binged on Last Kingdom. Want more more......
The fact that this show was not a monumental success as it's counter-part (GT) is proof positive that this world is off of it's axel. I am a period piece buff and the genius and perfection of the script and the expert and dedication of the actors that portrayed the characters was extremely enjoyable. All of the characters were perfectly chosen for their parts. I love, love. loved this show.
This is heartwarming. Great storytellers, the both of them. It is delightful how much Alexander respects the source material, and it is equally delightful how passionate Bernard is about that critical time and place in world history.
I hope the guys get more acting roles other than Vikings sagas because they are brilliant actors
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Agreed I've read all the books and Alexander Dremon does Utred great justice. I see him doing other great roles in the future
@@alexanderdreymon9851 would love to hear from you, how do you text me? I am an author, under another name. Been writing for 25 years. Loved the Last Kingdom.
@@alexanderdreymon9851greetings from Romania here we follow you with great love you are perfect, please we also want season 6 you keep us in suspense all the seasons congratulations you made the whole movie captivating congratulations from fans from Romania
This is such a great show, alexander is my new favorite actor and somehow he inspires and uplifts me every time I see him on screen ☺️
My favorite tv show right now! Can’t wait to watch the season 5. Many thanks to the author Bernard Cornwell and to the whole crew of the Last Kingdom ❤️ especially to Alexander Dreymon.
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@@alexanderdreymon592 oh hello, I’m sorry, that I answer so late, message delivery on YT works not so well. I am from Russia, and your show is just the best. I recommended it to all my friends and family members. And thanks to you I read the books right now and they are so interesting and well written! I wish you many more seasons in future and other interesting projects after. Thank you for your dedication and brilliant work!
@@karce77 I'd like to talk to you more in my free time. Send me a message containing your name and location to the email address below. I'll be in touch.
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Bernard really knows how to write a great story. I'm jealous lol.
It actually felt like saying goodbye to an old friend when I finished the last book...
This series will never be forgotten. It was wonderful, exciting and the acting was magnificent. I have watched the series five times. I probably will watch it at least five more. I’m addicted.
This is so great! The books and show are just fascinating !Alex , you are absolutely amazing , and play Uthred so beautifully with such passion and devotion! I just finished rewatching the entire show again ! Cannot wait for 7 kings must die
What timing! I saw War Lord for-sale in our medicine-bottle, and started there. Re-started properly at book one. I just was slowly sadly, gathered at the cripple-gate before gutting the sword thief, procrastinating on CZcams and this video appeared. I finished the tale now. I havn't yet watched this Q&A. Instead I am walking 500m to my Filly and my Steed in their paddock for their evening feed. Oh thank you for the escapes. Mr. Dreymon, brilliant, the TV took me there. Bernard Cornwell, my dad had pushed the Sharpe series on me years ago, and now he's on book five of the Saxon series thanks to me. Cheers from Swan Hills, Alberta, Canada.
Fantastic series. Excellent work. I'm now digging into the books. Bernard Cornwell is right, there is much too little said about how England came to be. And it explains so much about the country, its undefinable character, its internal divisions, but also its adaptability and the fundamental open mindedness of many of its people.
A LABOR OF LOVE BY ALL THE EXTREMELY TALENTED PEOPLE WHO BROUGHT THESE AMAZING BOOKS TO TRUE REAL LIFE WE CAN BELIEVE HAPPENED IN THE HISTORY TO BECOME ENGLAND
I've watched several Q&A between writers and actors BUT was by far the best. Informative. entertaining and NOT over complicated it felt real and not contrived. Well Done Radio Times. I love the show and DO read the books which I get from my library. THANK YOU
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Bless the cast for returning safely during the Covid pandemic and future Blessings in your safety to complete your movie.
We loved all seasons! Thank you so much for concluding with a movie! You are a very talented writer and have chosen the actors and actresses wisely! I am still awaiting a writer to do Bruce the Mighty. I haven't read the books but Wesex ,King Alfred.... Are real. Great job!!
Alexander definitely did not look 55 in season 5, but it was great. So happy with the series and everyone in it.
Truly great interview!! Superb storytelling, superb acting, superb production - The Saxon tales / The Last Kingdom are to stay with us forever!!! Thank you!!
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@@alexanderdreymon592 From USA and Serbia!
@@milicaljubibratic969 text me your email address. I'll send you a message.
I am very familiar with this period of history, and Alexander's, and the whole cast and just how good the show is I just ignored the fact Uhtred lives to 120 or something 😁 Loved this show so much, and honestly Season 1 is one of my favourite seasons of television, full stop.
Love the series and wish there were more and Alexander is one of the best actors today
❤❤❤❤the last kingdom amazing show watched all cant wait for series 5 amazing actors especially Alexander dont ever want it to end 😪😪
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I look forward to reading Mr. Cornwell’s books, and am waiting with great anticipation for “Seven Kings Must Die”. It was bittersweet to watch the final episode of Season 5. Just a splendid body of work by Alex and the entire TLK franchise. A real sanity saver during Covid. Can’t wait to see AD and many of the Cast in new roles in the near future.
Would just love to hear Alex do a recording of the audibooks. Or at least the first one or maybe the last. Just think if Bernard himself as the writer and creator hears Alex when he writes the books now, then Alex 100% should read them!!! And like fans will lose their shit. I being one of them.
I'm on book 7 right now. Really great stuff and Alex is a fantastic Uhtred and Cornwell is damn good at writing battle scenes.
Ive read them all.
Out.of.order Of.COURSE .
Just.now watching the show.
Only reason i got.netflix..
@@sislertx I finished the last one about 4 months back, great stuff.
Good questions and a joy to hear the answers. I've loved the books and after an initial balk at the adaptation of the first series to appeal to a Gen X audience, I've grown to really enjoy the Netflix series. The books are fantastic - it was my favourite period of history at school and each reference to locations I know (brought up in Thames Valley Essex, now east London) has been a boost to my love of my country and I intend to revisit so many places mentioned. A wonderful piece of work Mr Cornwell and full credit to Alexander and the whole production team and actors. As with LOR, so sad it's over.
These audio books have made my commutes so much better. What a writer 😎
I wouldnt.dare listen in a.car.
The audio one knocks me out.in 20 minutes
Alexander is a great actor♥️♥️♥️
Não entendo inglês. Mas acho incrível ver todo o elenco do The last Kingston. Melhor série de todos os tempos. Estou ansiosa pela 5a temporada. Os atores foram incríveis. Meus parabéns para toda a equipe, desde o autor, diretores, e todos aqueles que diretamente ou indiretamente contribuíram para essa série tão marcante. Vocês são incríveis. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Uhtred Ragnarsson is best,thanks to Mr.Bernard on best books...who not watch this tv show will regret..really...every season is good but season 4 is special,again thanks
I cannot wait for season 5... Thank you Uhtred for awakening my scandanavian roots...
Greatest Series
Great Actors
Loved in Australia 🇦🇺
This Series will live on ..
I used to take my kids to the Pa Renaissance Faire. It it was pretty cool being there . It is a similar experience watching your series.
maybe bernard could play the older uhtred on the netflix series
He can not, because he already had a cameo
Alexander needs more roles maybe a James Bond like role and of corse an non violent roll of some sort if they even do that theses days 😜
Noooo
@Kurtis Jilk FAKE BE AWARE!
Such a wonderful story. Many thanks to the man who wrote it and to the man who brought it to life. Hopefully, we will be able to enjoy more from both men in the future. I can’t wait!!
I love this show and everyone on it... I'm going to have to read the books, for sure.
greetings from Romania here we follow you with great love you are perfect, please we also want season 6 you keep us in suspense all the seasons congratulations you made the whole movie captivating congratulations from fans from Romania
The perfect man.
Yes indeed!
Thank you for posting this fantastic interview. Exciting to hear that filming of Season 5 will begin soon!
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@@alexanderdreymon592 You are not Alexander Dreymon.
There filming here in the uk now today. So happy we’re getting the 5th season ☺️
Great show,love it but cannot wait for season 5,they’re great actors but Alexander is the best and hopefully we will see him more ❤️
Wirral Folk Lore always related a 'Great Battle' around Storeton Woods, Bebbington. Rest Hill Rd, near The Travellers Rest Pub - where the 'Saxon/English' army rested (before/after the battle is not known).. Nearby Red Hill Rd so named as it ran with blood after the slaughter, it has Brackenwood golf course on the East side as it heads down to the M53 intersection. In 2021 Wirral Archaeology published a book entitled 'Never Greater Slaughter' about the battle site of Brunanburh, 937ad..
Indeed a really good read best wishes from deepest Prenton....
I live about 20 minutes from Bernard Cromwell, i wish i knew exactly where so i could get an autograph on one of my books but id never want to bother him. I remember watching an interview with Alexander Dreymon where he said Uthreds a horrible name except for maybe a large dog. My next dog will be named Uthred.
My next dog will be Uthred too!
Lovely interview and I have to say, I do see a resemblance between Bernard and Alexander.
I've been obsessed with the book series for @6-7 months now & this has become the best series of books I've ever read, bar none!!! I've probably read thousands of books in my lifetime & can honestly say I've never enjoyed reading anything the way I enjoy the Last Kingdom books! I feel so excited & pumped up as I read, then bummed out when the book is coming to the end...but with 13 books in the series there's always been another one to read. I've been avoiding reading this last installment because I just don't want to "finish" the story!
The most painful thing about all of this is the fact its now over.. Utred didn't die in book 13 but his story has ended. that hurt as if I lost a family member.
what book do you think that last kingdom is at in season 4?
@@Merathonn book 7-8 The Pagan Lord and The Empty Throne
@@Merathonn However, Netflix cancelled the Last kingdom so season 5 will have to be books 8-13 or just leave it on a cliff hanger.
@@immortal4471 awww that’s awful to hear, I really hope it won’t end on a cliffhanger :( Thank you though!!
Long live Utred!!!
I really enjoyed watching your show "the last Kingdom" looking forward to the coming seasons and episodes...🌹
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I want a Thomas of Hookton, Grail series show now. Great Author
This is so heart warming omigosh
If only they got the same people to make The Winter King....GD that show is bleh and the story is on par with the Saxon Stories/TLK. Read that series and all his books if you want TOP tier stories based on history(his non fiction is great as well).
And to update this video, Warlord isn't the last book. Bernard did a encore book for us called Uhtred's Feast with some random fights and stories from Uhtred's life. Loved it and really appreciated it.
Thanks for sharing. A blessed day all!
Ha! It's so fun to be a fan of something. I appreciate the self-deprecating nature of AD's humor.
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Considering the fact that this show's script is somewhat different from the book series, I really hope that they won't be making Uhtred an old man in season 5. He is absolutely gorgeous the way he is! Please just let him be and give our hearts this eye-candy of a man )))
I think that they should eventually make him old, to be realistic and true to the book. We don't want it to be a crappy Netflix show that just focuses on the cast members being attractive.
@@cs-ke1by I really believe that really old characters should be played by the actors of relevant age, so if they are showing us Uhtred in his 60s or 70s they should find some other guy to play him instead of applying tons of creepy makeup on Alexander. I haven't read the books, so I don't know how close the series are to the book story, so let's admit that it's not that principal to me.
What I hope is to see more of Uhtred's adventures in his current age and state and performed by Mr. Dreymon because for me he is definitely the main attraction of the show with all respect to other amazing characters I like.
Besides, I have serious doubts an old man could keep fighting and making all those stunts the way they do it in the series and this is about a path of the great warrior, isn't it?
@@polinachalenko8737 Well, I'm on book 7 right now where he attempted to take back Bebbanburg. I haven't watched season 4 yet because I don't want to spoil. But in book 7 Uhtred is 50ish....is he in season 4 when he tries to take back Bebbanburg? If they didn't do it there, they won't do it next season I don't think.
@@williamblackfyre4866 I have already watched season 4 and if you haven't told me that according to the books Uhtred was in his 50, I would never guessed! To me Uhtred in season 4 looks as if he is 35-40, and I woud say that this look of a seasoned warrior is channeled by Alexander 's acting, not the wrinkles on his face... I don't know how people at that time looked in their 50s so I won' t critisize the series, besides I like Uhtred just the way Alexander Dreymon looks ☺️
@@polinachalenko8737 I imagine people around that time at age 50 looked much older. But like I said, if they didnt make him look old in season 4, which you are saying they didn't, I doubt they will make him old in season 5.
Love the last kingdom
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I love the show
Thanks for the historic part of this series and the beautiful cast, all together it gave an authentic feeling of the creation of England.
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@@alexanderdreymon9851 Salut Alexandre, I am French and I am living in Switzerland ( Basel), I am now watching the season 4, I resubscribe to Netflix to e able to see that season after an absence of a year so they should be happy to read that :)))
@@sylvieorts-decor5299 Thank you so much Sylvia I really appreciate the efforts. You are wonderful... What do you do in Switzerland ?
Underrated
...of Bebbanburg 😘
Alexandre Dreymon com seu olhar singular deixou marca, um belo trabalho. Que venha novos personagens 👏👏👏Avante.
I can't wait for season 5
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I am doing well thank you I am from Connecticut and I am so anxious for season 5. I love you and the whole cast but you are my favorite .
@@bethaniecoombs2628 thank you for making me your favorite..
@@alexanderdreymon592 thank you I will
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For those having trouble finding time to read the series, allow me to recommend the audiobooks. The series beings with narration by Jonathan Keeble and is completed by Matt Bates, both incredible as Uhtred...and everyone else haha.
Bernard Cornwell ( the land has memory and gaia she speaks) Alexander Dreymon ( the land has memory and gaia she speaks)
I appreciate Bernards point of view on a series . But if season #5 is the last , that's too bad . They could have got so so much more out of the book series ! But I absolutely have loved the TV Show , and i've gotten all of the books , from watching the show , read them all more than once .
And yes if some company wanted to do more , there's probably 10yrs worth of shows in the books ! Thanks so much for the video ❤️
Amazing!
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War Lord was great.
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The capture of Bebbanburg in the book is better than the show. Also, Heasten is better in books and some battles for sure. Also, his children and some other characters are better. But the show is still great and I enjoyed it a lot. Thanks too Bernard, Alexander, and the rest of the cast.
I'm swept away.
Alexander .no se hablar inglés, pero con sólo verte es suficiente
Oi..gostaria que tivesse tradução para português! Dou fã da série...amo muito
Yes Alexander is the best Actor is the Best
Hello! Estou aqui, assistindo essa entrevista para aprender inglês. Não entendi quase nada do que falaram, mas um dia irei entender.
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The solution to the age thing is to do a movie starring Jeremy Irons
Come on Utred season 5,6,7,8,9,10 please
The Netflix series is a story of Uhtred than the coming of England..that's the view of us viewers ..naturally all thanks to Alexander ..
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Alex would make a great Batman
Lindooooo
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La serie no sólo se dirige hacia el público angloparlante por lo qué sería excelente que pudieran subtitular las entrevistas en español. Es una lástima que no lo hagan.
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He would have been great on GOT or HOD the new one
Alexander Dreymon - making straight guys confused since 2015
Many of us that have immigrated to the USA are Anglo Saxon ancestry. We never learned our history in school.
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Alexander at first was a disappointment for me because I had read the books, in his size and looks. The actor who played Young Ragnar was the Uhtred of the books to a T. Uhtred was not good looking, tall and looked like a Dane. That said after a few episodes into the series you just knew Alexander was Uhtred his deamoner, the way he rushed in and didn't think first really captured the man from the books. Excellent job from all on the series and of course there is no praise great enough for me on Bernard and the books
Then why are you leaving me😢 ❤
The show is good. I want to read the books now. I feel the character lacks motive in the show. Or maybe emotion. Stoic. It's kind of strange and I'd like to know what he's like in the books. Couldn't ask for a more handsome viking though! Cheers.
While filming the last 5 books, please maximize the seasons and episodes. I understand you cover two books per season which is a lot to cover
Please don’t try and squeeze the series ending into 2 seasons, but make 3 seasons out of the last 5 books. I love the books and I love the series. It is the same caliber as
Game of Thrones, it’s just not as long.🙁 The writing, casting and the directing is awesome not to mention the artistry of the scene set ups, the costumes, the historical value and the cinematography. This series is so well done that it takes the viewer back in time allowing us to experience how life would be during that era. My husband and I binge watched season 1-4 within a weeks time. Thank you all for your hard work to entertain us!!!
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19:00 To the point, this series contains a lot of sex and romance, can you imagine the smells associated with medieval love making?
I believe a modern person thrown into these conditions would choose abstinence.