Netflix has officially released the trailer for its highly anticipated documentary chronicling the life and enigmatic career of Travis Fimmel. Titled ***Travis Fimmel: Unscripted***, the film promises an intimate and unvarnished exploration of the Australian actor famous for portraying Ragnar Lothbrok in *Vikings.
The trailer opens with cinematic visuals of the Australian outback—dusty paddocks, sun-bleached barns—and Fimmel’s own voiceover declaring, “I never thought I’d be on TV… I never thought I’d leave the farm.” It immediately signals a raw, grounded tone that sets this documentary apart from typical Hollywood retrospectives.
Viewers are teased with glimpses of his early days as a Calvin Klein model, his first awkward auditions, and behind-the-scenes footage from *Vikings*. One emotional moment in the trailer has Fimmel reflecting, “People think acting is the hardest part… it’s not. It’s everything that comes after.” Co-stars and directors—including Katheryn Winnick and Ridley Scott—join in, praising his unpredictable charisma and work ethic. Winnick sums him up: “He’s like a wildfire… you just get out of his way and let him burn through the scene.”
Rather than a neatly structured biography, *Unscripted* weaves Fimmel’s life as a visual memoir—melding archival footage with candid interviews in a tone more poetic than chronological.
The trailer also highlights lesser-known facets of his life: philanthropy, quiet veteran support initiatives, and his enduring connection to the family farm, where he’s seen barefoot, repairing fencing far from red carpets
Social media response was swift and enthusiastic, with fans lauding the trailer’s emotional honesty and Netflix’s willingness to center authenticity over glamor
Mark your calendar: Netflix confirmed that ***Travis Fimmel: Unscripted* will premiere globally on August 9, 2025**, with a runtime of approximately 95 minutes and a limited theatrical release in select cities
In an industry obsessed with curated images and polished personas, *Unscripted* promises something different—a heartfelt journey into identity, fame, and the man who chose authenticity over applause. For fans of *Vikings*, as well as anyone intrigued by the story behind the screen, the new trailer offers a captivating peek into a quietly complex life.
