Quick overview
If you're browsing genre titles, When the Raven Flies (1984) is the kind of pick that keeps things moving without overcomplicating the premise. It favors steady pacing and a few well-timed beats over constant escalation, which makes it easy to follow. The cast—featuring Jakob Þór Einarsson, Helgi Skúlason, and Edda Björgvinsdóttir—helps anchor the story and sell the character chemistry. Ratings hover around 4.4/10, and it’s likely to land best with fans of the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date—check this page for the latest availability.
When the Raven Flies (1984)
Raven Flies, The Raven Flies, The Raven or Revenge of the Barbarians, Hrafninn flýgur, Der Flug des Raben, Revenge of the Barbarians, Полет ворона, Hokan - Der Barbar, Das versunkene Imperium, Ravnen flyr-
Released: February 4, 1984
Runtime: 109 min
: 4.419/10 from 43 votes
Cast: Jakob Þór Einarsson, Helgi Skúlason, Edda Björgvinsdóttir, Egill Ólafsson, Flosi Ólafsson, Gottskálk Dagur Sigurðarson
Vikings pillage Ireland, seeking silver and slaves, slaying men and women in the process. A young boy is spared when a Viking takes pity on him instead of killing him. Twenty years later the boy returns to Iceland take his revenge.
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