Merlin

MerlinNetwork: NBC
Episodes: Ongoing (hour)
Seasons: Ongoing

TV show dates: June 21, 2009 – present
Series status: Has not been cancelled

Performers include: Colin Morgan, Bradley James, Anthony Head, John Hurt, Richard Wilson, Katie McGrath, Angel Coulby, Michelle Ryan, Caroline Faber, Michael Cronin, David Durham, Gary Oliver, Rick English, and Ed Coleman.

TV show description:
A drama series that brings a new take to the story of Merlin (Colin Morgan), the sorcerer of Arthurian legend.

In this version, the mythical kingdom of Camelot is a fantastical realm of legendary beasts and mysterious people, a dangerous world where magic has been banned by the stern and protective king, Uther Pendragon (Anthony Stewart Head).

When Merlin, a young man gifted with extraordinary magical powers, arrives in the kingdom, he quickly makes enemies — including the heir to Uther’s crown, headstrong Prince Arthur (Bradley James). Guided by Uther’s wise physician Gaius (Richard Wilson) and The Great Dragon (voiced by John Hurt), Merlin begins use his talents to unlock Camelot’s numerous mystical secrets. As he does so, he discovers that his destiny and that of Arthur, the kingdom’s young leader in waiting, are inextricably linked. Merlin becomes Arthur’s servant and begins to bond with the Prince

Morgana (Katie McGrath) is the daughter of Uther’s deceased best friend, and now the King’s ward. Despite their class differences, she is best friends with her servant girl, Gwen (Angel Coulby). Though Gwen generally has an open and friendly personality, she occasionally butts heads with Arthur.

Meanwhile, Nimueh (Michelle Ryan), a beautiful and powerful sorceress, is bent on destroying Uther, Arthur, and restoring magic to Camelot.


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1 K November 5, 2009 at 10:21 pm

I actually enjoyed this series. What a fun, innovative idea for an old story. It was family entertainment, not meant to be anything more. As such, we watched it as a family with my youngest 8 year old. She enjoyed it very much. Hope it isn’t cancelled.

2 katie November 6, 2009 at 10:04 am

Merlin is the best show in the world. I hope they never cancel it. It makes my mind wonder.

3 kyone November 12, 2009 at 8:35 am

Merlin is the best show. I enjoyed this series, its a fun and innovative idea for an old story.

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