The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin

8.5 / 1020261 Seasons

Synopsis

Merlin, the immortal son of the bard Taliesin and Atlantean Princess Charis, is followed through his tragic upbringing, descent into madness, and shocking disappearance, leading to the legend that surrounds him. Set before King Arthur's birth, Merlin, assumed dead or a myth, reemerges in sub-Roman Britain to unite the fractured kingdoms under threat from Saxon invaders.

Genre: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Family, Drama

Status: Returning Series

Creator: N/A

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Main Cast

Tom Sharp

Merlin

Rose Reid

Charis

James Arden

Taliesin

Emree Franklin

Morgain

Myles Clohessy

Uther

Finney Cassidy

Aurellius

Brett Cooper

Ganieda

Alex Laurence - Phillips

Pelleas

Colin Cunningham

Vortigern

Nicholas Boulton

Morcant

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User Reviews

Eldho_Tomy

I really enjoyed this show. It offers a refreshing take on Arthurian legends by focusing on Merlin’s origins instead of the usual King Arthur storyline. The show does a great job blending mythology, history, and fantasy, creating a world that feels both mystical and grounded. The atmosphere and locations give the series a strong historical fantasy feel, and the story slowly builds Merlin’s journey in an interesting way. Even though the pacing can feel a little rushed at times, the overall narrative and lore make it very engaging. If you enjoy fantasy series with deep mythology and a darker tone, this show is definitely worth watching. I’m really hoping it gets another season because the story feels like it has much more to explore.