The Boy Merlin

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Sci-Fi & Fantasy·Drama·1979·1 Seasons

The Boy Merlin is a Thames Television fantasy show from 1979, starring Ian Rowlands in the title role, about the magician Merlin. Set in Wales during the Dark Ages, the series tells the story of the young apprentice magician Merlin — the grandson of King Conaan, fostered by the family of Dafydd Ismena. Merlin's father is unknown; some say he was a demon of the night. His foster-grandmother, Myfanwy, who also possesses magical powers, is the only one to realise that Merlin's destiny lies at the court of King Arthur, and it is she who schools him in magic and witchcraft. However, because of the circumstances surrounding his birth, Merlin is in constant danger from Vortigern, the Saxon High King, and his beautiful queen Rowena.

Starring: Ian Rowlands,Donald Houston,Margaret John,Rachel Thomas

Episodes

Season 1
Red Dragon, White Dragon

S01 | E01

Red Dragon, White Dragon

1979-04-23

The Book of Magic

S01 | E02

The Book of Magic

1979-04-30

The Round Table of Destiny

S01 | E03

The Round Table of Destiny

1979-05-14

The Tide of Vengeance

S01 | E04

The Tide of Vengeance

1979-05-21

A Gathering of Armies

S01 | E05

A Gathering of Armies

1979-06-04

The Lady and the Sword

S01 | E06

The Lady and the Sword

1979-06-11

Cast

Ian Rowlands

Ian Rowlands

Merlin

Donald Houston

Donald Houston

Dafydd

Margaret John

Margaret John

Blodwen

Rachel Thomas

Rachel Thomas

Myfanwy

Details

First Aired
1979-04-23
Last Aired
1979-06-11
Status
Ended
Network
—
Production
ITV
Creator
Anne Carlton