Merlin
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Overview
Young Merlin (Colin Morgan) is a teenager, discovering and then learning to master his magical gift. Magister Gaius (Richard Wilson), King Uther Pendragon's (Anthony Head's) learned court physician to whom he's assigned as humble page, teaches him medicine, coaches his magical self-study, and warns him of Uther's strong aversion to magic. Merlin be...
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Johnny Capps, Julian Jones, Jake Michie
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About Merlin (2008)
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Overview
Merlin (2008) is a Adventure, Drama, and Fantasy series from United Kingdom. The series spans 5 seasons and was produced primarily in English and Old English.
What it's about
Young Merlin (Colin Morgan) is a teenager, discovering and then learning to master his magical gift. Magister Gaius (Richard Wilson), King Uther Pendragon's (Anthony Head's) learned court physician to whom he's assigned as humble page, teaches him medicine, coaches his magical self-study, and warns him of Uther's strong aversion to magic. Merlin becomes squire to the noble but imprudent crown Prince, Arthur (Bradley James), whose fate is linked with Merlin.
Cast and crew
The series stars John Hurt, Colin Morgan, and Bradley James in supporting roles. Writing credits go to Johnny Capps, Julian Jones, and Jake Michie, whose work establishes the story structure and dialogue throughout.
Critical reception
On IMDb, Merlin holds a rating of 7.9/10 based on 92,048 user votes. Notable recognition: Won 1 BAFTA Award4 wins & 25 nominations total. These numbers place Merlin within the broader landscape of Adventure and Drama television from 2008, giving viewers a benchmark before deciding to watch.
Where to watch
Merlin is currently available to stream with a subscription on Prime Video. Free, ad-supported viewing options are available on Pluto TV, Tubi TV, and The Roku Channel. Streaming rights move between platforms regularly, so the providers shown above reflect current availability based on the most recent data we have on file.
Why Merlin is worth knowing
If you enjoy Adventure or Drama television, Merlin offers a representative example of the genre's conventions and storytelling style. As a 2008 release, it sits within a specific moment in television history, making it a useful reference point for understanding how adventure evolved during that period. Performances from John Hurt and Colin Morgan are central to the work, and tracking their broader filmographies can lead to other titles you may want to add to your watchlist. Use VidScio to identify scenes, find related series, and keep Merlin on your watchlist for later.
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