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Status: Ended
Network: BBC One
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.8/10
Merlin
Overview
The unlikely friendship between Merlin, a young man gifted with extraordinary magical powers, and Prince Arthur, heir to the crown of Camelot.
This production, originally released in 2008, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Action & Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.8 across its 5 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Action & Adventure and Drama.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Colin Morgan
Merlin
Angel Coulby
Gwen
Bradley James
Arthur Pendragon
Katie McGrath
Morgana
Richard Wilson
Gaius
John Hurt
Kilgharrah (voice)
Tom Hopper
Percival
Rupert Young
Leon
Seasons
Specials
22 Episodes • Aired TBA
Special installments of the series.
Season 1
13 Episodes • Aired 2008-09-20
The mythical city of Camelot, in a time before history began, is a fantastical realm of legendary beasts and mysterious peoples. In this dangerous world, magic has been banned by the ruthless tyrant; Uther Pendragon. Merlin, a young man gifted with extraordinary magical powers, arrives at the gates of Camelot, sent by his mother to start a new life. Though bright-eyed with wonder, the young sorcerer quickly makes enemies, including the heir to Uther's crown, the headstrong Prince Arthur.
Season 2
13 Episodes • Aired 2009-09-19
The second series of Merlin finds Camelot more vulnerable than ever to the dark forces of magic, forcing Merlin to make difficult decisions in order to protect Arthur, ensure the future king's survival and prevent the mythic kingdom from being destroyed.
Season 3
13 Episodes • Aired 2010-09-11
Swords, sorcery and swashbuckling adventure return in the third series of Merlin, following our heroes as they face their greatest challenge yet. When misbegotten secrets are exposed and old friends choose new sides, they soon discover that the great battle for Camelot is only just beginning...
Season 4
13 Episodes • Aired 2011-10-01
Merlin is bac for a fourth series, with Camelot standing on the brink of a golden age. But its birth will not be an easy one, for the forces of evil are gathering and the darkest hour is just before the dawn...
