King Canute True Story & What Happens To Him In Vikings: Valhalla

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Warning: Spoilers for Netflix's Vikings: Valhalla. 

King Canute, later known as Canute the Great in history, appears in Vikings: Valhalla as one of its main characters, and much of his plotline and what happens to him in the show follows the true story of the real historical figure. The rest of the Vikings: Valhalla cast have a real historical basis, though various creative liberties were taken with that real historical basis, and Canute is no exception. However, unlike some unrecognizable Valhalla historical characters such as Leif Eriksson, Canute’s story in Vikings: Valhalla better represents his real historical counterpart.

So far, Canute’s exploits in the show have certainly been plentiful, and it is clear that his ambitions are larger than what he currently has. Having successfully seized the English throne, Canute looks to the next part of his plan to achieve his dream of an empire in Northern Europe, something he speaks more openly about after his conquest of London. While it is fair to say that the historical events on which the show is based have been somewhat condensed and romanticized, it is equally fair to acknowledge the true tales on which the show is based.

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Behind the show's major narrative is a true story that sets up a heartbreaking end for many of Vikings: Valhalla’s characters and plots. Those who are aware of Canute’s real-life historical relevance will already know that he is destined for some level of greatness within the show, seemingly confirmed by Canute’s voiced ambitions. What that true story is, however, and what level of greatness Canute will achieve beyond what the show has already told remains to be seen. Here's how