MERLIN (2011)
MERLIN (2011)
Series four
Role: Morgana Pendragon
Directors: Justin Molotnikov, Alex Pillai, Alice Troughton, Jeremy Webb
Writers: Julian Jones, Richard McBrien, Jake Michie, Howard Overman, Lucy Watkins
Runtime: 42-50 min
Type: TV-show
Genre: Fantasy-adventure, family drama
Originally aired: 1 October - 24 December
Also starring: Colin Morgan, Rupert Wilson, Angel Coulby, Bradley James, Rupert Young, Eoin Macken, Tom Hopper, Adetomiwa Edun
Morgana claiming the throne and admitting her hatred towards Camelot was the final straw for Uther, the king and her father. Though Arthur was able to secure Camelot with Merlin and the new knights' help, Uther has become a broken man.
Arthur is forced to take more control whilst Morgana desperately tries to regain her throne. Merlin is by Arthur's side aswell as in Morgana's nightmares as she keeps having visions of someone old and mysterious called Emrys.
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Merlin faces his toughest challenge yet when Morgana's blinkered determination threatens not only Arthur's future, but also the very balance of the world. With her magic stronger than ever, the sorceress summons the mighty Callieach to tear open the veil between the worlds. Hellish creatures pour forth, killing all who succumb to their touch. With Uther a shadow of his former self, it falls to Arthur and his loyal knights, including Lancelot, to protect the kingdom. But it will take more than just swords to vanquish their enemy and Merlin is shocked to the core when he discovers the only way to restore the equilibrium requires a sacrifice of unimaginable proportions...
4x02 The Darkest Hour (Part 2) directed by Alice Troughton, written by Julian Jones
The kingdom is on the brink of collapse and Morgana poised to strike, in the final part of this opening episode of the fantasy drama. As Lancelot races back to Camelot with the dying Merlin, Arthur must continue on his mission to vanquish the Dorocha without them.
Though the Knight know their journey to the Isle of the Blessed is fraught with danger, none could anticipate the sacrifice Arthur intends to make there.
4x03 The Wicked Day directed by Alice Troughton, written by Howard Overman
The mighty citadel is buzzing in anticipation of the Prince’s birthday celebrations, as the fantasy drama continues. But Arthur’s old adversary, Odin, promises to ensure this is one party Camelot will never forget – for among the assembling guests lurks a deadly assassin set to strike.
As the dust settles, Camelot is left devastated. Just how far is Merlin prepared to go to put things right; would he really risk everything and reveal his secret?
4x04 Aithusa directed by Alex Pillai, written by Julian Jones
The mysterious Julius Borden arrives in Camelot with news of a magical secret that threatens to change the landscape of the kingdom for ever, as the fantasy drama continues. He has located the final part of the key to the tomb of Ashkanar – an ancient mausoleum which holds a very special treasure: the last remaining dragon's egg.
Merlin is understandably drawn in by Borden's news and promises to help him. But just who is this enigmatic stranger and, more importantly, what does he really want with the egg?
4x05 His Father's Son directed by Alex Pillai, written by Jake Michie
For the first time since his coronation, Arthur finds out what it's really like to be King, as the magical drama continues.
Arthur faces his first true test as King when he incurs the wrath of the formidable Queen Annis.
With the lives of thousands hanging in the balance, Arthur must find the strength to be his own man and become the leader Camelot so desperately needs.
4x06 A Servant of Two Masters directed by Alex Pillai, written by Lucy Watkins
When Merlin falls into Morgana’s hands, he becomes a deadly weapon in her fight for supremacy, as the magical drama continues. Using ancient magic, she pits friend against friend and creates the perfect assassin. An oblivious Arthur is in great danger. Will anyone notice Merlin’s unusual behaviour before he does the King some serious harm?
4x07 The Secret Sharer directed by Justin Molotnikov, written by Julian Jones
Morgana joins forces with enigmatic wizard Alator to uncover a secret that could change the course of destiny, as the magical drama continues. With allies on both sides of the castle walls, can anyone stop her before Merlin’s greatest secret is revealed?
4x08 Lamia directed by Justin Molotnikov, written by Jake Michie
A mysterious illness draws Merlin to a distant village as the magical drama continues. But it soon becomes clear that there is more at stake than just his well-being as something sinister turns the air sour.
Far from home and with no one to trust, Merlin becomes embroiled in a deadly game of cat and mouse. No longer sure who is the hunter and who is the hunted, can the young warlock survive long enough to uncover the truth?
4x09 Lancelot du Lac directed by Justin Molotnikov, written by Lucy Watkins
When sir Lancelot returns from the dead, old feelings reignite, as the drama continues. Gwen must fight temptation before she commits an unspeakable act of betrayal; one that would destroy the legacy of Camelot forever.
With heads and hearts thrown into turmoil, Merlin becomes suspicious. Can a man really defy death, or is there something more sinister at play?
4x10 A Herald Of The New Age directed by Jeremy Webb, written by Howard Overman
The Camelot Knights stumble across an eerie shrine deep in the forest, its chilling atmosphere betraying a dark history best left undisturbed, as the magical drama continues.
But when Elyan ignores Merlin's warning, his actions spark a chain of events more frightening than anyone could possibly have imagined... Can a grievous wrong be put right? Or will past demons change the future forever?
4x11 The Hunter's Heart directed by Jeremy Webb, written by Richard McBrien
Morgana finds a powerful ally in the Southron warlord Helios (Terence Maynard), as the drama continues. Together they hatch the perfect plan to force Camelot to its knees...
With the Kingdom - and Arthur - preoccupied by the arrival of the beautiful Princess Mithian (Janet Montgomery), it falls to an absent friend to raise the alarm.
But with past wounds still raw, can love really conquer all when Guinevere returns? Or is a deadly arrow destined to fly straight into the heart of Camelot?
4x12 The Sword in the Stone (Part 1) directed by Alice Troughton, written by Jake Michie
With Morgana at the head of a vast Southron army, a deadly net is closing in around Camelot.
When the sorceress strikes, the ferocity of her attack forces everyone to run for their lives – even Arthur. But Morgana won’t let him escape that easily. And so begins a chilling hunt.
Can Merlin save the King from Morgana’s clutches? Or has Arthur’s luck finally run out?
4x13 The Sword in the Stone (Part 2) directed by Alice Troughton, written by Julian Jones
Morgana and Helios have successfully captured Camelot, and Merlin and Arthur are outlaws on the run, in the last episode in this series of Merlin.
Trapped in Ealdor with a ruthless army closing in, their situation becomes desperate. Arthur must take control before Camelot is lost forever…
But faced with Agravaine’s betrayal and the strength of Morgana’s force, the young King has lost his conviction.
Only Merlin can restore his faith, and only an extraordinary act can prove to the King that he was born to rule.
Will the young warlock convince Arthur before his dreams of Albion fall to pieces? (BBC)