Series
Merlin
“Magic is his destiny.”
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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Seasons & episodes
S1 · 13 epS2 · 13 epS3 · 13 epS4 · 13 epS5 · 13 ep
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.
1The Dragon's Call20 Sept 2008 · 44m · ★ 7.3Merlin 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 is not a fan of Arthur. When Arthur's life is endangered Merlin finds himself tested. 
2Valiant27 Sept 2008 · 45m · ★ 7.7Camelot 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 Valiant.
3The Mark of Nimueh4 Oct 2008 · 44m · ★ 7.8A 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 to death for practising witchcraft.
4The Poisoned Chalice11 Oct 2008 · 45m · ★ 8.2With 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 find the antidote, but little does he know that he's walking into a trap
5Lancelot18 Oct 2008 · 44m · ★ 7.8Merlin 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 falsified records of Lancelot's noble birth and Lancelot is accepted. However, with the winged beast- discovered to be a Griffin- still on the loose, Merlin's decision could have far-reaching consequences not just for Lancelot but for Camelot...
6A Remedy to Cure All Ills25 Oct 2008 · 44m · ★ 7.5When 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 from the brink.
7The Gates of Avalon1 Nov 2008 · 44m · ★ 7.4Morgana 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 her father, Aulfric from attack by bandits and bring them to Camelot for refuge. Morgana realizes that Sophia is the girl from her nightmare and tries to warn Arthur, who is smitten with her. As the truth of Morgana's magical gift for seeing future events unfolds, so does a father and daughter's plan to bring down the kingdom of Camelot by sacrificing Arthur in return for eternal life.
8The Beginning of the End8 Nov 2008 · 44m · ★ 7.2Merlin 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 that anyone helping the boy will be executed.
9Excalibur15 Nov 2008 · 44m · ★ 8.1Uther'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 to combat. The Black Knight, seemingly unstoppable, makes easy work of his combatants. But who is the Black Knight, and why is Uther so uneasy?
10The Moment of Truth22 Nov 2008 · 43m · ★ 7.5Merlin 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 have been attacking her village demanding all of their harvest or he will kill them. When Uther refuses to help, Merlin leaves Camelot to protect his mother and friends. To Merlin's surprise, Arthur, Morgana and Gwen join forces with him to save his village--but at what cost?
11The Labyrinth of Gedref29 Nov 2008 · 43m · ★ 8.2Arthur 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?
12To Kill the King6 Dec 2008 · 43m · ★ 7.5Gwen'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 finds the magic stone, and Merlin can sense it. When Tom is killed by Uther, Morgana is out for revenge on Uther.
13Le Morte d'Arthur13 Dec 2008 · 44m · ★ 7.6On 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 listen and sends out his knights to kill it. Arthur is fatally wounded and Merlin must go to the Isle of the Blessed to save him. But will he be able to pay the price?
Details
- Created by
- Jake Michie, Johnny Capps, Julian Murphy
- First aired
- 20 Sept 2008
- Last aired
- 24 Dec 2012
- Status
- Ended
- Language
- English
- Network
- BBC One
- Episodes
- 65
- Votes
- 1,204 on TMDB
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Cast
Colin MorganMerlin
Angel CoulbyGwen
Bradley JamesArthur Pendragon
Katie McGrathMorgana
Richard WilsonGaius
John HurtKilgharrah (voice)
Tom HopperPercival
Rupert YoungLeon
