Merlin Series Review

Merlin Series Review

I think I will call this British week and get the reviews for all my British shows out of the way.

Today I'm reviewing the BBC show Merlin. Merlin concluded it's finale season this December, and you can find the first 4 seasons on Netflix. Season 5 is still showing on the SyFy channel in America Fridays at 9pm PST, so I'll try and keep spoilers to a minimum.

Basic Plot line for Merlin is the myth that surrounded King Arthur, The Knights of Camelot, and the wizard Merlin.  Many know the basic story line for the series. What I love and, that I'm sure may fans of the show enjoy as well, is the fact that these stories are manipulated in a way that holds true to the myth, but in a way that hasn't been seen. For example the fact that magic has been outlawed, and Merlin, even though he must guide and protect Arthur, he must do so with out revealing his magic. The knights as well having twists in their characters that make them stand out all on there own.

Now I had heard about this series and had sat there wondering if it was really worth the hype to watch. Camelot is a story I love reading and enjoying. So I was hesitant to actually watch it. With prodding from 2 of my friends I finally sat down and started the series. I wasn't disappointed. From the first time Arthur met Merlin and that awkward meeting I was hooked in to the series. The two main actors stole the show, and I couldn't stop waiting to see what happened next. Each episode had it's own sense of danger, yet comical moment, that made me enjoy the series even more!!!

I'd give this series a 8 out of 10 score. The only down side was the fact that the CG was poor, It got better over time, but I know it will be a turn off for some.

So for those that seen the series what do you enjoy? For those that haven't seen Merlin does this review help?

Merlin belongs to BBC and SyFy