The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin (2026)

★ 7.8 1 Seasons 92 votes IMDb
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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.

The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin

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Cast

Tom Sharp
Tom Sharp as Merlin - Tom Sharp is an English actor known for his title role as the enigmatic Merlin in the fantasy drama series The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin (2026). Sharp landed himself the lead after applying...
Rose Reid
Rose Reid as Charis Age 27 · Nashville, Tennessee, USA Rose Reid is an American actress, writer and producer, born and raised in southern Nashville, Tennessee. At age 14, she wrote her first script and later helped produce the short film when she was 16....
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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1
Episode 1
Episode 2
Episode 3
Episode 4
Episode 5
Episode 6
Episode 7
Now playing: Season 1, Episode 1

Audience Reviews

Eldho_Tomy 9/10 Mar 05, 2026
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 darker tone, this show is definitely worth watching. I’m really hoping it gets another season because the story feels like it has much more to explore.

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