Uhtred Rides Again? Alexander Dreymon Spotted on Set of Mysterious Medieval Drama

Uhtred Rides Again? Alexander Dreymon Spotted on Set of Secretive Medieval Drama

Fans of The Last Kingdom were sent into a frenzy this week as Alexander Dreymon, best known for his role as Uhtred of Bebbanburg, was spotted in full medieval costume on the set of what appears to be a new historical production. The sighting has sparked immediate speculation—could Dreymon be reprising his iconic role, or is he stepping into an entirely new medieval epic?

The actor was seen on location in a rugged, windswept area resembling the English countryside, clad in leather armor, his signature long hair tied back, and riding a black horse that fans say bears a striking resemblance to Uhtred’s steed from The Last Kingdom. Crew members, cloaked in secrecy, refused to confirm any details about the production, only fueling the buzz.

Social media quickly lit up with photos snapped by eagle-eyed locals who caught glimpses of the shoot. “It looked exactly like Uhtred,” one onlooker posted. “He had the same intense stare and battle-worn outfit. It was like stepping into the ninth century.”

Dreymon famously portrayed Uhtred for five seasons of The Last Kingdom and in the 2023 Netflix film Seven Kings Must Die, which wrapped up the saga of the warrior torn between Saxon and Dane. Many believed that film marked the end of Uhtred’s journey, but these new images suggest otherwise—or perhaps hint at a spiritual successor set in the same gritty, war-torn world.

Neither Netflix nor Carnival Films, the studio behind The Last Kingdom, has commented publicly. However, an insider close to the production did confirm that Dreymon is involved in “a medieval-themed project currently filming in the UK.” The source was careful not to mention Uhtred by name, adding only that the project is “very much in line with the tone and style fans would expect.”

Whether Dreymon is returning as Uhtred or portraying a brand-new warrior, his presence alone has reignited interest in medieval dramas. Industry watchers note that historical epics are enjoying a resurgence, with shows like House of the Dragon, Vikings: Valhalla, and The Winter King drawing large audiences. Dreymon’s return to the genre could be a strategic move to capitalize on that momentum.

One prevailing fan theory is that the shoot could be for a prequel or spin-off connected to The Last Kingdom. With rich source material from Bernard Cornwell’s Saxon Stories still unexplored on screen, there’s ample room to delve deeper into side characters or earlier events in the franchise’s timeline. Dreymon could be appearing in flashbacks—or even returning as an ancestor or descendant in a new tale.

Alternatively, this could signal Dreymon’s commitment to continuing his medieval legacy beyond The Last Kingdom. He’s made no secret of his passion for period dramas and recently expressed interest in producing. In past interviews, Dreymon said, “That world, those stories—they’re in my blood now. I’ll never fully leave it behind.”

Until official word comes down, fans will have to settle for speculation. But one thing is certain: seeing Alexander Dreymon back in armor, astride a horse, brings an undeniable thrill. Whether he’s once again Uhtred of Bebbanburg or riding into a new legend, the excitement surrounding his return is real—and growing by the day.

If this truly is Uhtred’s return, it could be one of the biggest surprises in recent television memory. If not, it still promises to deliver the kind of fierce, emotionally charged storytelling fans have come to expect from Dreymon and the genre he helped redefine.

Either way, it seems the age of swords, shields, and destiny is far from over.