The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin (TV Series 2026)
Overview: The series follows Merlin, the immortal son of the bard Taliesin and Atlantean Princess Charis, chronicling his tragic upbringing, descent into madness and shocking disappearance that lead 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.
Release Date: 22 January 2026
Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Family and Drama
Language: English
Number of Season: 1
Number of Episode: 7
Status: Returning Series
Writer: Stephen R. Lawhead and Lee Blaylock
Director: Ryan Whitaker, Jesse V. Johnson, Ryan Whitaker, Jonathan Hay, Travis LaSalle and Ari Novak
Producer: Jeremy Boreing, Dallas Sonnier, Jeremy Boreing, Jerilyn Bickford, Dallas Sonnier, Jeremy Boreing, Amanda Presmyk, Caleb Robinson, Jonathan Halperyn and Daniel Kresmery
Vote Average: 7.8
Vote Count: 417
Country: Hungary and United States of America
Company: Bonfire Legend, Hero Squared, Tirian Films and Buffalo 8
Cast
| Actor Name |
Character Name |
| Thor Rosland | Hengist |
| David Brooks | Tewdrig |
| George Osborne | Lot |
| Alex Laurence - Phillips | Pelleas |
| Emree Franklin | Morgain |
| Rose Reid | Charis |
| Tom Tidiman | Aldwyn |
| Tom Sharp | Merlin |
| Colin Cunningham | Vortigern |
| Finney Cassidy | Aurellius |
| Brett Cooper | Ganieda |
| James Arden | Taliesin |
| Daniel Fathers | King Avallach |
| Steve Varnom | Custennin |
| Rebecka Johnston | Rhonwyn |
| Myles Clohessy | Uther |
| Alex Arco | Meurig |
| Nicholas Boulton | Morcant |
Season 1
| Vote Average | 9.5 |
| Episodes | 7 |
| Air Date | 2026 |
Next Episode Air
| Air Date | 22 January 2026 |
| Runtime | 68 min |
| Overview | The age of gods is dying, and the tribes of Britain descend into chaos. One man hears a voice that will change history. |
| Episode | 1 |
| Type | standard |
| Season | 1 |
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Ratings
7.8/10 based on 417 votes.
Review
The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin is a genres series blending Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Family and Drama themes with strong direction from Ryan Whitaker, Jesse V. Johnson, Ryan Whitaker, Jonathan Hay, Travis LaSalle and Ari Novak. Produced under Bonfire Legend, Hero Squared, Tirian Films and Buffalo 8, the series runs 1 seasons and has been praised for its performances and production. At allmovieshub.gen.in, it stands out as a highlight of 22 January 2026 cinema.
FAQs
Q: What is the genre of the Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin?
A: It falls into Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Family and Drama genres.
Q: When is the Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin releasing?
A: The release date is 22 January 2026.
Q: How many episodes does The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin have?
A: The total number of episodes in The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin is 7.
Q: Who directed the Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin?
A: Ryan Whitaker, Jesse V. Johnson, Ryan Whitaker, Jonathan Hay, Travis LaSalle and Ari Novak directed the Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin.
Q: How many seasons are there in The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin?
A: The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin has 1 season.
