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Merlin
Merlin
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Merlin

“Magic is his destiny.”

7.8 / 10
2008
5 seasons
65 episodes
Action & AdventureDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy

The unlikely friendship between Merlin, a young man gifted with extraordinary magical powers, and Prince Arthur, heir to the crown of Camelot.

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Cast

Colin Morgan

Angel Coulby

Bradley James

Katie McGrath

Richard Wilson

John Hurt

Tom Hopper

Rupert Young

Anthony Stewart Head

Eoin Macken

Tomiwa Edun

Santiago Cabrera

Seasons

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.

  • The Dragon's Call

    1.The Dragon's Call

    7.2
    20-09-200844m

    Merlin is told by the Great Dragon that it is his destiny to make sure that the young Prince Arthur is kept safe. Anybody caught performing magic is punished with death and Merlin...

  • Valiant

    2.Valiant

    7.6
    27-09-200845m

    Camelot is hosting its annual sword tournament and knights from throughout the realm have come to compete for its coveted title. Amongst those hoping to win the crown is Knight Val...

  • The Mark of Nimueh

    3.The Mark of Nimueh

    7.7
    04-10-200844m

    A deadly plague spreads through Camelot. When it seems that sorcery can be the only possible explanation, Merlin and Gaius race to find a cure, while Gwen is arrested and sentenced...

  • The Poisoned Chalice

    4.The Poisoned Chalice

    8.0
    11-10-200845m

    With her sights set firmly on Merlin, Nimueh tricks him into drinking from a poisoned chalice, and he falls dangerously ill. Arthur ventures forth deep into the forest of Balor to...

  • Lancelot

    5.Lancelot

    7.7
    18-10-200844m

    Merlin is saved from a terrifying winged beast by a heroic stranger- a young man named Lancelot, who dreams of becoming a Knight of Camelot. In order to thank him, Merlin provides...

  • A Remedy to Cure All Ills

    6.A Remedy to Cure All Ills

    7.3
    25-10-200844m

    When the Lady Morgana is struck down with a mysterious illness, Gaius is at a loss for a cure. Thankfully a new physician, Edwin Muirden is on hand to bring the King's ward back fr...

  • The Gates of Avalon

    7.The Gates of Avalon

    7.4
    01-11-200844m

    Morgana has a nightmare and sees Arthur's death at the hands of a strange but beautiful girl. Meanwhile, hunting in the forest, Merlin and Arthur save the same girl, Sophia, and he...

  • The Beginning of the End

    8.The Beginning of the End

    7.2
    08-11-200844m

    Merlin finds himself becoming friends with Morgana when he helps a boy stay hidden. The two of them try to get the boy back whence he came, but things turn bad when Uther announces...

  • Excalibur

    9.Excalibur

    8.1
    15-11-200844m

    Uther's past comes back to haunt him as a mysterious Black Knight interrupts Arthur's coming-of-age celebrations, throwing down his gauntlet and challenging the Knights of Camelot...

  • The Moment of Truth

    10.The Moment of Truth

    7.5
    22-11-200843m

    Merlin is stunned when his mother, Hunith, turns up in Camelot--bruised, battered and desperate for help from Uther. She explains to Uther that a bandit named Kanen and his men hav...

  • The Labyrinth of Gedref

    11.The Labyrinth of Gedref

    8.2
    29-11-200843m

    Arthur brings a curse upon Camelot. Eager to help his people, he asks Anhora for advice. But is he brave enough to face the challenges ahead?

  • To Kill the King

    12.To Kill the King

    7.5
    06-12-200843m

    Gwen's father, Tom, helps a sorcerer named Tauren turn lead into gold using a magic stone. As Tauren escapes, Tom is caught and will await trial. Whilst looking for Gwen, Morgana f...

  • Le Morte d'Arthur

    13.Le Morte d'Arthur

    7.6
    13-12-200844m

    On a hunting trip, Arthur comes face to face with a creature of great power from the old religion. When Gaius informs them that it can only be killed by magic, Uther refuses to lis...

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