The series behind the voyage

Viking Quest: America is a six-part documentary television series following Draken Harald Hårfagre through construction, sea trials, Atlantic voyaging, and the wider story of exploration, seamanship, and Viking-age discovery.

The series brings viewers close to the people, challenges, and ambition behind one of the most remarkable maritime projects of modern times.

About the series

Viking Quest: America offers an intimate and immersive look at the modern adventure surrounding Draken Harald Hårfagre. Across six one-hour episodes, the series follows the ship from its creation in Norway to the demanding realities of sailing and voyaging across the North Atlantic.

Beyond the ship itself, the series also explores the wider historical and cultural context that inspired the project, including ongoing interest in Viking-age seafaring, exploration, and craftsmanship. This reflects the current page’s focus on construction in Haugesund, daring transatlantic expeditions, and the latest research on the Viking Age. 

Production and distribution

The series was produced by the Canadian production company Arcadia Media and is distributed internationally by Bomanbridge Media. Together, they help to bring the story of Draken to audiences across multiple markets.

Their involvement give the series both strong editorial quality and broad international reach.

Why it stands out

Even before its wider international release, Viking Quest: America attracted industry attention. During MIPCOM in Cannes, the series was selected as a Top Pick by Realscreen Magazine, reflecting the strength of both the production and the story it tells. This is described on the current page under the “global recognition” section.

What makes the series distinctive is not only the scale of the ship or the beauty of the voyage, but the human dimension behind it: the people, the learning process, the uncertainty, and the attempt to understand history through real experience.

Where to watch

Viking Quest: America is available through a range of broadcasters and streaming platforms across international markets. Availability may vary by country and over time, so viewers should check local listings and streaming platforms for the most current information.

Selected broadcast markets

  • Australia: SBS Viceland

  • Belgium: A&E History Channel

  • Canada: Smithsonian Channel

  • Czech Republic: iPrima

  • France: TF1 Histoire

  • Germany: A&E History Channel

  • Luxembourg: A&E History Channel

  • Norway: NRK1

  • Poland: A&E History Channel

  • Portugal: AMC Odisseia

  • The Netherlands: A&E History Channel

  • Spain: AMC Odisseia

  • United Kingdom: A&E History Channel

Selected Streaming and digital platforms

  • Amazon Prime Video (US)

  • Odyssey – Ancient History on YouTube

  • Peacock

  • Pluto TV

  • Kanopy

  • Hoopla

  • Tubi

  • Roku

  • The CW

  • Vudu

  • Filmzie

  • Google TV / Google Play (US)

  • YouTube Red

  • inDemand

Explore more

To learn more about the voyage behind the series, visit Expedition America 2016. To see how Draken fits into the wider screen story of the project, visit Film & Television.

A series that carries the wider story of Draken

Viking Quest: America is more than a television series about a ship. It is a way into the wider story of Draken Harald Hårfagre: the craftsmanship behind the vessel, the courage required to sail her, and the enduring fascination of exploration shaped by the sea.