The BEST episodes of The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin season 1
Every episode of The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin season 1!
Showcases a retelling of the Arthurian legend set in a Roman-occupied Britain where barbarian invaders threaten to lay claim to the island.
#1 - The Vision of Taliesin
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/24/2025
A forbidden union gives birth to a prophecy that will outlive the world that made it.
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#2 - Fatherless Child
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/28/2026
Alone for years in the wild, Marlin returns a changed man - Hardened by trial tempered by faith, and carrying the weight of visions yet to come. As Vortigern's fragile alliance crumbles and Saecsen power surges, Merlin must choose when - and how to shape the fate of Britain.
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#3 - The King Maridunum
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/4/2026
As Britain bleeds, Merlin must forge unity from chaos-while darkness moves behind kings and blades.
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#4 - Island of the Mighty
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 12/24/2025
The age of gods is dying, and the tribes of Britain descend into chaos. One man hears a voice that will change history.
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#5 - The Prince of Failure
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/12/2026
War brews, loyalties splinter, and Merlin's past erupts—threatening to destroy the fragile future he fights for.
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