Record of Ragnarok returns for its second season after its dramatic first-season cliffhanger finale, continuing its gargantuan fighting tournament between humans and gods from various mythologies – as well as featuring newcomer Buddha (Maaz Ali). Additionally, Buddha will become a key player on humanity’s side in this second round.
Developed and animated by Graphinica and Yumeta Company, this series currently airing on Netflix features actors such as David Stakston (Magne), Jonas Strand Gavali(Laurits), Danu Sunth(Iman), Theresa Frostad Eggesbo(Saxa), Herman Tommeraas(Fjor), and Benjamin Helstad(Harry).
| Title | Record of Ragnarok (Season 2) |
|---|---|
| Production | Developed and animated by Graphinica and Yumeta Company |
| New Character | Buddha (Maaz Ali) joins the tournament in Season 2 |
| Main Characters | – Magne Seier (David Stakston): May be Thor’s reincarnation |
| – Laurits Seier (Jonas Strand Gravli): Loki’s reincarnation | |
| – Fjor (Herman Tommeraas): Part of the Jutul family | |
| – Gry (Emma Bones): Love interest of Magne and Fjor | |
| Themes | Norse mythology mixed with contemporary issues |
| Season 2 Premiere | Set to premiere in 2023 on Netflix |
| Production Team | Adam Price and Emilie Lebech Kaae |
| (Writing and directing) | |
| Returning Cast | David Stakston, Jonas Strand Gravli, |
| Theresa Frostad Eggesbo, and more | |
| Plot Focus | Action and battles between gods and giants |
| Continued exploration of Norse mythology | |
| Streaming Platform | Netflix |
| Critical Acclaim | The series has received critical acclaim on Netflix |
| New Cast Members | Herman Tommeraas, Emma Bones, Synnove Macody Lund, |
| Henriette Steenstrup, and others |
Magne
Adam Price and Emilie Lebech Kaae of Borgen and Rita fame brought Norse mythology into small-town Edda with Ragnarok, featuring Magne Seier who some believe may be Thor, the God of Thunder.
David Stakston portrays Magne, an introverted teenager whose life is dramatically altered when he discovers supernatural powers and can wield Mjolnir, Thor’s legendary hammer. With these abilities at his command, Magne must use them to fight against Jutuls, an evil family of giants (Jotnar) living among us and hiding as humans in Edda.
Iman
The first season of the popular Norwegian series Magne, which represents Thor, left everyone speechless. His main character fights off giants who threaten his hometown.
Magne engaged Vidar, an intimidating Giant who’s now trapped within the town. Magne summoned lightning during their fight but it remains uncertain if his friend survived or not.
Jonas Strand Gravli plays Laurits Seier, Loki’s reincarnation and Magne’s half-brother. He made his first television debut as Laurits Seier on the television series Skam and Leave and will face off against Magne in Season Two of this storyline.
Laurits
Netflix’s debut of ‘Record of Ragnarok’ has captured viewers with exhilarating battles between humans and gods, yet their war is far from over.
David Stakston returns as Magne, Jonas Strand Gravli as Laurits, Henriette Steenstrup as Turid Seier, Emma Bone as Gry and Synnove Macody Lund as Ran. Gisli Orn Gardarsson plays Vidar Jutul – Laurits’ biological father as well as CEO of his company and a major force in the war against gods.
Fjor
Fjor Jutul is part of the Jutul family and a Jotunn. Although he appears as an ordinary 19-year-old male, Fjor is actually over one millennium old! Charming and intelligent, Fjor is beloved among his peers at Edda High School attracting the interest of numerous female students.
The series stars David Alexander Sjoholt as Magne, Jonas Strand Gravli as Laurits, Theresa Frostad Eggesbo as Saxa, Herman Tommeraas as Fjor, and Emma Bonesbo as Gry. Inspired by Norse mythology and set in a small town where climate change and pollution threaten ecological disasters.
Gry
Ragnarok, the Norwegian series that reimagines Norse mythology, ended with Magne and Vidar engaging in battle. Fans have responded positively and are eager to see what will come next in this thrilling show.
David Stakston stars as Mage; Danu Sunth is Iman; Jonas Strand Gravli plays Lauritas; Theresa Frostad Eggesbo is Saxa; Herman Tommeraas (Fjor) plays Fjor and Emma Bones is Gry. Also cast are Henriette Steenstrup, Odd-Magnus Williamson Synnove Macody Lund and Herik Skogseth.
Adam Price and Emilie Lebech Kaae will write and direct this season of In the Shadow of Death, respectively. Production is underway.
Jens
Bjorn Sundquist of Norway plays the reincarnation of Odin, Wotan Wagner. He has appeared in multiple Tommy Wirkola films such as Dead Snow and Hansel and Gretel as well as Twin and Hjerteslag.
Netflix confirmed on Wednesday that production for season 2 of Ragnarok had begun, written and directed by Adam Price and Emilie Lebech Kaae, with Mogens Hagedorn as director. As with previous seasons, season 2 will feature high-quality animation and exciting god fights between literal gods like Thor and other pantheon characters such as Nikola Tesla or Jack the Ripper fighting alongside each other.
Harry
Norwegian drama series Reimagining Norse Mythology returns for a second season set in an imaginary Norwegian town and follows Magne Seier, who realizes he may be Thor’s reincarnation.
While the first season focused on coming-of-age themes, the second appears more focused on action and fighting Gods and Giants. Conflict becomes harder; choices become clearer; all must accept that this battle between life and death cannot be avoided.
Signy
Record of Ragnarok Season Two highlights not only reenacting the battle between gods but also showcases an entirely new cast. Herman Tommeraas stars as Fjor, a Jotun who attacks Edda and Earth; other cast members include Jonas Strand Gravli, Theresa Tommeraas, Frostad Eggesbo Emma Bonesbo Henriette Steenstrup Henriette Steenstrup Henriette Steenstrup and Gisli Orn Gardarsson.
The show has quickly become a hit on Netflix, thanks to its innovative blend of Norse mythology and contemporary issues. Already it has garnered critical acclaim.
Odd Moland
Record of Ragnarok has proven an immensely popular show on Netflix and now appears to be renewed for another season.
David Stakston stars as Magne, Theresa Frostad Eggesbo is Saxa and Herman Tommeraas is Fjor. Also appearing are Henriette Steenstrup, Gisli Orn Gardarsson Bjorn Sundquist and Synnove Macody Lund – to name but a few!
Ragnarok Season Two will premiere on Netflix in 2023 and continue Magne’s journey against frost giants and jotunn who reside in Edda.
Halvor Lange
Espen Lange is best known for his roles on 22 July and Wild Men. Here he stars as Halvor, a physician working at a nursing home who secretly belongs to Norse mythology’s dark elf race.
Conclusion
Season 4 also brings us more of Magne’s brother Laurits, played by Jonas Strand Gravli with unfailing charm and charisma. Ragnarok explores Loki’s transsexual side while his mother Turid reacts positively to him playing with gender and sexuality.
Emma Bones plays Gry, Magne and Fjor’s love interest; Synnove Macody Lund portrays Ran, principal at the high school; while Bjorn Sundquist assumes Wotan Wagner.
