In a world of Vikings and adventure, the story revolves around the fierce rivalry between two brothers: one born of royalty and the other of an enslaved prisoner. When the King of Norway is captured by the fearsome Danes, his rightful heir, Einar, is forced to fight for the throne and the freedom of his kingdom. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers that his brother, who was raised as a slave, is actually the son of the king.
Einar, portrayed by Kirk Douglas, is a bold and determined warrior who will stop at nothing to reclaim his legacy, while his brother, Erik, played by Tony Curtis, is a cunning and charming treasure hunter seeking redemption. Amidst the fraternal tension, the plot thickens as both men are drawn to the same woman, a beautiful princess who embodies the struggle between familial loyalty and duty to her people.
With stunning battle scenes and cinematography that captures the majesty of the Nordic landscape, the story becomes an epic journey filled with betrayal, unexpected alliances, and the struggle to find one's place in a wild world. As tensions rise, the brothers face trials that challenge not only their physical strength but also their sense of honor and family. In the end, they must decide whether blood is thicker than water or if ambition can separate them forever.