Merlin

Show Info

Genre(s): Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Created By: Julian Jones
Howard Overman

First Air Date: June 20, 2009

Summary

Starring Colin Morgan, Bradley James, Anthony Head, Katie McGrath, Eve Myles, Richard Wilson, John Hurt, Caroline Faber, Gary Oliver, Bradley James, Ed Coleman, Angel Coulby, and Louise Dylan

NBC imported from the UK this reimagining of the legendary wizard as a young man hired as a physician's assistant.

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What Our Users Said

Vote Now!The average user rating for this show is 8.1 (out of 10) based on 47 User Votes

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Ariel G gave it an8:
A great fantasy show with a great cast. John Hurt lends an awesome, mystical voice to the Dragon, and Anthony Head is a perfect fit as Uther Pendragon. Colin Morgan and Bradley James are also proving their worth. Good story, good effects, good soundtrack. Worth watching.

Laura gave it a9:
Love this show! Everything looks really beautiful - the castle, costumes, props etc. Accusing this show of poor production values is really misplaced, everything looks gorgeous. It's just good weekend, early-evening programming. Fun, funny, engaging and occasionally pretty moving, too. It's not taking itself too seriously, it's not claiming to be historically accurate. It's fun. I like it.

Diane R gave it a10:
Great show. It is a huge hit in the UK and deservedly so. In particular the 4 newcomers who play the young leads are excellent. Bradley James (Arthur) and Colin Morgan (Merlin) are faces to watch for the future, and you saw them here first!

Diane W gave it a10:
Fantastic show. It has so much going for it - attractive and talented young leads, balanced by experienced 'old hands', exciting storylines, and beautiful costumes, sets and music. But what sets it apart from the crowd is the wonderful onscreen chemistry between Arthur and Merlin. Their developing friendship is wonderfully played, and is ultimately what draws you in to this excellent show and keeps you watching.

Cheryl H gave it a10:
I love merlin! Its cleaver and funny and gr8 to watch. I think colin is a amazing actor and i think bradley james is to. Plus he's SUPER FIT!

Bill S gave it a4:
Unfortunately, the good acting far excels the contrived, politically correct story lines.

J. R. M. gave it a10:
Fabulous show! It is the only show I never miss this summer. It must continue. Bradley James is the hottest now hunk on TV.

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