The Boy Merlin

The Boy Merlin (1979)

EndedScripted showDrama, Children, Fantasy

Merlin, the illegitimate son of a princess, is made unwelcome at court and is fostered by a local smith and his wife. However, Merlin's true destiny lies ahead in the service of King Arthur, and he must face many dangers along the way.

Network
Scheduleevery Monday (25 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06The Lady and the Swordjuin 11, 1979
S01E05A Gathering of Armiesjuin 4, 1979
S01E04The Tide of Vengeancemai 21, 1979
S01E03The Round Table of Destinymai 14, 1979
S01E02The Book of Magicavr. 30, 1979
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Boy Merlin' premiere?

'The Boy Merlin' premiered on September 29, 1979.

Who created 'The Boy Merlin'?

'The Boy Merlin' was created by John Kane.

What is the plot of 'The Boy Merlin'?

'The Boy Merlin' is set in the medieval times and tells the story of Merlin's early years.

Who played the role of Merlin in 'The Boy Merlin'?

Merlin was played by John Duttine in 'The Boy Merlin'.

Who produced 'The Boy Merlin'?

'The Boy Merlin' was produced by Barry Letts.

Where was 'The Boy Merlin' filmed?

'The Boy Merlin' was filmed in Wales.

What is the genre of 'The Boy Merlin'?

'The Boy Merlin' belongs to the genre of fantasy and drama.

Who played King Ambrosius in 'The Boy Merlin'?

David Hemmings played the role of King Ambrosius in 'The Boy Merlin'.

How many episodes are there in 'The Boy Merlin'?

'The Boy Merlin' has a total of 12 episodes.

When was the last episode of 'The Boy Merlin' aired?

The last episode of 'The Boy Merlin' was aired on December 15, 1979.

What is the age rating of 'The Boy Merlin'?

'The Boy Merlin' has a TV-PG rating.

Was 'The Boy Merlin' critically acclaimed?

The reviews of 'The Boy Merlin' were mixed, with some praising the performances and others criticizing the writing.

What was the budget of 'The Boy Merlin'?

The budget of 'The Boy Merlin' is not available on the source.

What inspired John Kane to write 'The Boy Merlin'?

John Kane was inspired by Thomas Malory's 'Le Morte d'Arthur' to write 'The Boy Merlin'.

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