Several weeks ago, it was announced that Merlin was renewed for a fourth season to debut in 2012 overseas. Though that’s good news for fans of the show, some have been concerned because the series was renewed for only 10 episodes versus the usual baker’s dozen. Does this mean that the show is coming to a close?
Merlin showrunner Julian Murphy tells SFX that the reduced episode order came down to finances. He said, “Merlin is an expensive show… and what we are not prepared to do is cut its budget or production values. The BBC has had a really tough [financial] hit.”
On the positive side, Murphy noted that, “We are now discussing the fifth series with the BBC, and I think [the 2011 break] potentially preserves the program for longer. There is [also] talk of specials [and other] ways we can fill in the gap, but these are tough times for British broadcasters.”
Merlin has been renewed for a third season here in the states and that will debut on Syfy on January 7, 2011. Murphy teased that fans can look forward to “three or four absolutely iconic moments” in the final episode of the third season.
He added, “The last two are very special episodes because probably there are more crucial moments from the legend in them than in any other… The changes that happen in [episodes] 12 and 13… set up the direction that series four is going in. You get a good glimpse of the future.”
Syfy hasn’t decided to pick up the fourth season of Merlin yet and will likely wait to see how well year three performs in the ratings.
What do you think? Would you like to see Merlin continue for a fifth season or end after four? How long can it go on? Any ideas about what could be done for a special?
Image courtesy BBC.
i the tv series more than any other in this whole wide world please if you guy will come up with new episode for your loving fans all over the world just like me.
I love Merlin! i hope there is a season 5. if there isn’t i will be very upset 🙁
Merlin is my fav show and not just because i think colin is very cute!
I love this show!!! There hasn’t been a show, or movie that shows the beginning of Merlin and Arthur, as young men. this is beautifully done. PLEASE, PLEASE, give the fans MORE, MORE, MORE!!!!!! I, my family and friends will always be there watching. We would really like to see Arthur become KING and MERLIN to become the greatest Wizard of all and I agree with everything that people are saying about this WONDERFUL, AMAZING, and BEAUTIFUL show. WE COULD WATCH FOR A VERY, VERY LONG TIME!!!!!!!! PLEASE KEEP THIS SHOW ALIVE!!!!! more dragon too…
I absolutely LOVE Merlin!! I like medieval adventures, but Merlin is the first show since I was a little kid that truly captivated my attention! Merlin combines everything, and when I say everything, I mean everything, a show should have. Amazing acting, Graphics, even more amazing storyline, and just a great show overall. I don’t think words can describe how much I enjoy Merlin. It’s not just a show it’s a unique experience. I even got my mom and sister into the show and they love it just as much as I do. My sister is 5 and she can’t… Read more »
want to see more episodes with dragon-he is awesome
love the show please continue with series 5
I love this show so much-I’m in Canada so I just found out about it but it’s amazazing! Me and my friends love it! Please don’t stop it!!!! It trumps all American shows!!!!!!!
how about this… lets never let Merlin end please ok? ok good!
Merlin is an awesome show! I am hoping to see the show continue on to the 5th season. I was very excited to see it announced for a fourth. Keep up the good work! And thank you for the creation. T.V. wouldn’t be the same without it.
Merlin must go on!! Very good show.!
Never stop!
MERLIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
BEST SHOW EVER!!!!
Pleeease make some new episodes, and don’t stop!! 🙂
I love Merlin and wait all week to see it. I was very disappointed to see it leave NBC. I didn’t even know it moved to SYFY until a couple of months ago. But now that I know it is on SYFY i watch it all the time and want more. Please please please please keep it on. There aren’t very many good shows on anymore. Merlin is one of the few. It would be horrible to see it leave. 🙁
this is the best Tv series,which i wish it will not end soon,am waiting for season 4,guys your work is amazing, i love the show,yesterday i finished watching season 3,
am teddy from kenya it is in Africa,happy new year guys,
To the BBC: Please please please renew Merlin for a fifth season. To SyFy: Please please please show us Series 4 (and 5, should we be so blessed). I live in the States and I wait for Merlin all week. It’s the most fun on television! Beautifully written, acted, and filmed, amazing production values and a perfect cast. Thank you to everyone involved in creating the show for making Friday my favorite night of the week and Camelot a second home. Cheers.
i love merlin i hope theres at least a season 5 its one of my fav shows
Absolutely love the show Merlin! First show in many years that has captured my attention like this. The cinematography, the location (in France) the many scenes done outside in nature are outstanding. Please bring the series to the US for a 4th/5th and hopefully more seasons. We need great shows like this!