The Viking
Actually produced during the Great Newfoundland Seal Hunt and You see the REAL thing
Originally called White Thunder, American producer Varick Frissell's 1931 film was inspired by his love for the Canadian Arctic Circle. Set in a beautifully black-and-white filmed Newfoundland, it is the story of a rivalry between two seal hunters that plays out on the ice floes during a hunt. Unsatisfied with the first cut, Frissell arranged for the crew to accompany an actual Newfoundland seal hunt on The SS Viking, on which an explosion of dynamite (carried regularly at the time on Arctic ships to combat ice jams) killed many members of the crew, including Frissell. The film was renamed in honor of the dead.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Viking
- Genres: Action, Drama, Romance, Adventure
- Release Date: 1931-03-05
- Runtime: 70 minutes
- Rating: 5.167/10 (6 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies:
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.2719
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Charles Starrett
as Luke Oarum
Louise Huntington
as Mary Joe
Arthur Vinton
as Jed Nelson
Bob Bartlett
as Captain Barker (as Captain Bob Bartlett)
Wilfred Grenfell
as Prologue Speaker
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
The Forgotten Film That Cost 28 Lives: The Viking | Fascinating Horror
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Viking?▼
The Viking is a Action, Drama, Romance, Adventure movie directed by . It was released on 1931-03-05.
Who are the main actors in The Viking?▼
The main cast includes Charles Starrett, Louise Huntington, Arthur Vinton, Bob Bartlett, Wilfred Grenfell, .
Where can I watch The Viking online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Viking is available.
Is The Viking based on a true story?▼
Actually produced during the Great Newfoundland Seal Hunt and You see the REAL thing
What is the IMDb rating of The Viking?▼
The Viking has an IMDb rating of 5.167/10 based on 6 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Viking?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Viking?▼
The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Viking filmed?▼
The Viking was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Viking?▼
The total runtime of The Viking is 70 minutes.
Is The Viking suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Viking?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Viking.
Does The Viking have a post-credit scene?▼
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