Network: NBC, Syfy
Episodes: 65 (hour)
Seasons: Five
TV show dates: June 21, 2009 — May 31, 2013
Series status: Ended
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.
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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.
Episode #65 – The Diamond of the Day (part 2)
Merlin escapes the Crystal Cave after regaining his magic. He travels to Camlann and uses his powers to help defeat Morgana’s troops. During the battle, Mordred gives Arthur a fatal wound but Arthur gives him one of his own. As Arthur lays dying, Merlin confesses to his friend that he is a sorcerer and to save him, they must travel to Avalon.
In Camelot, Morgana’s spy is discovered and hanged. Sirs Gwaine and Percival hunt down Morgana. She overpowers them and tortures Gwaine to death, but not before she extracts Arthur’s location from him.
Morgana reaches Merlin and Arthur and attacks them. Wielding Excalibur (which was forged in Dragon’s breath), Merlin kills her but, even with the help of The Great Dragon, does not get Arthur to the island in time. Arthur thanks Merlin for his friendship and loyalty — and then dies in his arms.
The Great Dragon confirms that Arthur is dead. Merlin realizes his destiny is to protect the King’s resting place. He throws Excalibur into the waters of Avalon and then sends Arthur’s body after it.
Guinevere ascends the throne of Camelot and Gaius becomes her mentor. Merlin waits by Avalon for the rise of Arthur. In the present day, we see that an immortal Merlin is still waiting for his friend Arthur to rise again — as the “Once and Future King” is destined to do when Albion’s need is greatest.
First aired: May 31, 2013
What do you think? Do you like the Merlin TV series? Do you think it should have ended or continued for a sixth season?
Great cast of characters. Would love a 6th season
Please when is the season 6 dropping?
I just could not get enough of this series. I binge watched it 2 times in a row. I’m sad for it to come to an end. I ‘m sorry I had not seen it on Netflix sooner. I just got back from Great Britain on vacation. I saw many castles and could imagine Camelot was there as well. Well done!
I loved this show. They should have a season six. At the end of season five you saw merlin walking in what looked to be a present world time. They should run with that or have Arthur return to Camelot and Gwen to be with child, Arthur comes back to protect the child from evil magic or something. Just thinking out loud, It was a good good show, I watched all 5 seasons twice and got my friends into it.
I was so interested in the Merlin series until episode 5.It seems the writers don’t know what the wrote.How many times can Margona get hurt by falling rocks Etc. and come back to life. Also why was Merlin such a clutz while serving Arthur. Also how many times can Arthur get injured or poisoned and come back to life. It seems in my opinion it went on too many times with both of them being injured and coming back to life so much that it became boring. Also how could Margona get control of the little dragon.Why wasn’t he guided… Read more »
Please we want season 6
We want season 6 please! The serie cant end like that.
Please bring Merlin back! My favorite of all time!! I’ve watched it twice, and it just cannot end this way! All the actors/ actresses were amazing! Season 6! Chop chop!!
I want them to continue this show. I was very disappointed they ended it. One of the last good shows left on TV.
I loved this show! The ending was not in keeping with the quality of the rest of the show. It would be wonderful to have another season.
I just finished “Merlin”, great story, but, the ending was really bad. After all Merlin did for Arthur and when Arthur really needed help, Merlin couldn’t help? What?..I realize writers have hard times of revamping a storyline after it was to be the finale, but it could show Merlin seeing the future if he cannot help Arthur…As for Author, it never showed him on fire, so it could be someone from the “Old Religion” that took Arthur, and healed him. Merlin believing Arthur was deceased!…..After 26 years of marriage…this is the first show I have ever gotten my spouse to… Read more »
Bring back Arthur and Merlin I love to watch them
I want Merlin back please .
I Love this Merlin series,my girls enjoyed it so much.
My youngest daughter still watching the other 5 series over and over 🙂
please……we need to see more!!
thank you so much you guys did an awesome job so far 🙂
Really enjoyed the show would love to have it back foe season 6 or reruns