Merlin - Season 1

Run Time: 43 mins
Air Date: Sat, 20 Sept 2008
Average Rating: ⭐ 7.825 (1030 votes)
BBC OneThe mythical city of Camelot, in a time before history began, is a fantastical realm of legendary beasts and mysterious peoples. In this dangerous world, magic has been banned by the ruthless tyrant; Uther Pendragon. Merlin, a young man gifted with extraordinary magical powers, arrives at the gates of Camelot, sent by his mother to start a new life. Though bright-eyed with wonder, the young sorcerer quickly makes enemies, including the heir to Uther's crown, the headstrong Prince Arthur.
13 Episodes

The Dragon's Call
Season 1 - Episode 1
Merlin is told by the Great Dragon that it is his destiny to make sure that the young Prince Arthur is kept safe. Anybody caught performing ...

Valiant
Season 1 - Episode 2
Camelot is hosting its annual sword tournament and knights from throughout the realm have come to compete for its coveted title. Amongst tho...

The Mark of Nimueh
Season 1 - Episode 3
A deadly plague spreads through Camelot. When it seems that sorcery can be the only possible explanation, Merlin and Gaius race to find a cu...

The Poisoned Chalice
Season 1 - Episode 4
With her sights set firmly on Merlin, Nimueh tricks him into drinking from a poisoned chalice, and he falls dangerously ill. Arthur ventures...

Lancelot
Season 1 - Episode 5
Merlin is saved from a terrifying winged beast by a heroic stranger- a young man named Lancelot, who dreams of becoming a Knight of Camelot....

A Remedy to Cure All Ills
Season 1 - Episode 6
When the Lady Morgana is struck down with a mysterious illness, Gaius is at a loss for a cure. Thankfully a new physician, Edwin Muirden is ...

The Gates of Avalon
Season 1 - Episode 7
Morgana has a nightmare and sees Arthur's death at the hands of a strange but beautiful girl. Meanwhile, hunting in the forest, Merlin and A...

The Beginning of the End
Season 1 - Episode 8
Merlin finds himself becoming friends with Morgana when he helps a boy stay hidden. The two of them try to get the boy back whence he came, ...

Excalibur
Season 1 - Episode 9
Uther's past comes back to haunt him as a mysterious Black Knight interrupts Arthur's coming-of-age celebrations, throwing down his gauntlet...

The Moment of Truth
Season 1 - Episode 10
Merlin is stunned when his mother, Hunith, turns up in Camelot--bruised, battered and desperate for help from Uther. She explains to Uther t...

The Labyrinth of Gedref
Season 1 - Episode 11
Arthur brings a curse upon Camelot. Eager to help his people, he asks Anhora for advice. But is he brave enough to face the challenges ahead...

To Kill the King
Season 1 - Episode 12
Gwen's father, Tom, helps a sorcerer named Tauren turn lead into gold using a magic stone. As Tauren escapes, Tom is caught and will await t...

Le Morte d'Arthur
Season 1 - Episode 13
On a hunting trip, Arthur comes face to face with a creature of great power from the old religion. When Gaius informs them that it can only ...