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Leofric

A trusted Saxon, warrior Leofric is Odda the Elder’s military man.

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Adrian Bower

Weathered and worldly, Leofric is straight talking, uncomplicated, but far from stupid. Leofric initially dislikes , who he renames ‘Arseling’ but a close bond is soon struck between crude curmudgeonly Leofric and fellow warrior . Their friendship is put to the test in the course of the series, as is Leofric’s loyalty to his Saxon leaders.

Adrian Bower

Adrian Bower plays the mighty Leofric in The Last Kingdom. Adrian is best known for the role of Brian Steadman in . Other television work includes , , , , (broadcast live on Channel 4), , , and . Adrian has extensive theatre credits including The Herd, Elling, The Hotel in Amseterdam, In Celebration, Mr Heracles, and Brassed Off.