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.
First Air Date
January 22, 2026
Seasons
1
Episodes
7
Rating
7.7/10 (41 votes)
Cast: Tom Sharp, Rose Reid, Emree Franklin, Myles Clohessy, Finney Cassidy, Alex Laurence - Phillips, Brett Tombul, James Arden
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 jour...
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.
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.
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What is The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin about?▾
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 sur…
How many seasons does The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin have?▾
1
How many episodes does The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin have?▾
7
Is The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin still running?▾
Yes, it is currently running.
When did The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin first air?▾
January 22, 2026
Who created The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin?▾
Jeremy Boreing, Stephen R. Lawhead
Who stars in The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin?▾
Tom Sharp, Rose Reid, Emree Franklin
What genre is The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin?▾
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Family, Drama