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Merlin

The legend of King Arthur ( Paul Curran ), this time, from the perspective of the King's Wizard, Merlin ( Sam Neill ). Merlin is a creature born of pagan magic, living in a world converting to Christianity. Merlin is beside Arthur as he gains Excalibur, builds Camelot, and is betrayed by his wife, Guinevere (Lena Headey). Merlin and Arthur are menaced by the plots of Morgan Le Fey (Helena Bonham Carter), her son by Arthur, Mordred (Jason Done), and their cohorts. Through it all, Merlin tries to keep Arthur from the destructive path set by fate.

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Sam Neill
Merlin
Helena Bonham Carter
Morgan Le Fey
John Gielgud
King Constant

Season 1 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

Part 1

Sun, Apr 26, 199891 mins

Merlin, created by Queen Mab as a weapon of the ancient powers, turns against them. He supports Kings Uther and later Arthur to break Mab's influence and tyranny.

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Merlin: All Things Change
Merlin: All Things Change
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Awards

  • 1999 - Golden Globe - Best Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television - nominated
  • 1999 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actress in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television - nominated
  • 1999 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actor in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television - nominated
  • 1999 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television - nominated

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