Top billed cast

1. 

   Tom Sharp

   Merlin

2. 

   Rose Reid

   Charis

3. 

   Paul Clerkin

   Hafgan

4. 

   Brett Cooper

   Ganieda

5. 

   Alex Laurence - Phillips

   Pelleas

6. 

   George Prentice

   Dafyd

7. 

   Duran Fulton Brown

   Elphin

8. 

   Emree Franklin

   Morgian

9. 

   Myles Clohessy

   Uther

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Current Season

Season 1

2026 | 7 Episodes

Reviews

A review by Eldho_Tomy

Written by Eldho_Tomy on 2026-03-05

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 ...read the rest

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Status
Returning Series

Original Language
English

Original Name
The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin

Keywords

• based on novel or book
• camelot
• excalibur
• arthurian mythology
• fantasy
• historical fantasy
• drama
• adventure