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The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin
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Plot
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.
Cast
as Merlin
as Charis
as Taliesin
as Morgain
as Uther
as Aurellius
as Ganieda
as Pelleas
as Vortigern
as Morcant
Creator
Network
Status
Returning Series
First Aired Date
January 22, 2026
Last Aired Date
February 19, 2026
Production Companies
Bonfire Legend
Hero Squared
Tirian Films
Buffalo 8
Type
Scripted
Number of Season
1
Number of Episodes
7
Links
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Reviews
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 jou…