The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin
Merlin, the immortal son of the bard Taliesin and Atlantean Princess Charis, is followed through his tragic upbringing, descent into madness, and shocking disappearance, leading 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.
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Family, Drama
Episodes (25)
Production Diary 1: The Start of an Epic Adventure
Behind the scenes of week 1 of production on The Pendragon Cycle. Get a glimpse into the rigorous training, stunts, and more during the filming in Hungary.
Production Diary 2: The Week of Battles
Behind the scenes of week 2 of production on The Pendragon Cycle. Immerse yourself in the epic battle scenes filled with blood, iron, mayhem and more.
Production Diary 3: Meet the Show’s Villain
Behind the scenes during week 3 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. Meet Morgian, Charis' intriguing step-sister, and see the first scenes filmed at the home of the Atlanteans.
Production Diary 4: A Love Story
Behind-the-scenes during week 4 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. Embark on a journey alongside the cast and crew as they utilize a Hungarian forest for the mesmerizing backdrop of Myrddin and Ganieda’s meeting and more.
Production Diary 5: The Most Stunning Set Yet
Behind-the-scenes during week 5 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. Set out on an adventure with the cast and crew as they journey to northern Italy to film among the stunning mountaintops.
Production Diary 6: The Otherworldly Atlanteans
Behind-the-scenes during week 6 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. Behold lost Atlantis and the Palace of the Fisher King, and witness Myrddin’s Wrath in the forest of Celyddon.
Production Diary 7: Recreating Wales in Italy
Behind-the-scenes during week 7 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. Join the cast and crew as they face the challenges and triumphs of filming amidst hurricane winds, harsh weather, and the stunning landscapes of Italy.
Production Diary 8: Everyone Told Us We Couldn’t Do This
Behind-the-scenes during week 8 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. Watch as the cast and crew bring an epic, yet dangerous bull-leaping sequence from the book to life in one of the most challenging filming weeks yet.
Production Diary 8: Jeremy Boreing AAL
Join Jeremy for a live Q&A and get a first look at new Pendragon BTS!
Production Diary 9: What It Takes to Pull Off a Thrilling Scene
Behind-the-scenes during week 9 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. See the amazing special effects that went into executing the most challenging and thrilling scene yet! Then follow the Hungarian cast and crew to get a peek at building the foundational friendships in the show.
Production Diary 9: Jeremy Boreing AAL
Get a first look at new Pendragon BTS with Jeremy on his All Access Live!
Production Diary 10: Creepy Kingdoms and Magical Objects
Behind-the-scenes during week 10 of production of The Pendragon Cycle. Join the cast and crew as they head back to Hungary to shoot some emotionally rich scenes, explore some of the most important props in the story, and capture a bloody duel.
Production Diary 10: Jeremy Boreing AAL
Join Jeremy for a live Q&A and get a first look at new Pendragon BTS!
Production Diary 11: A Tower of Darkness With a Sick King
Behind-the-scenes during week 11 of production of The Pendragon Cycle. Get a glimpse into Vortigern’s Tower and see the actors bring their characters to life as you witness the story's spiritual conflicts unfold.
Production Diary 11: Jeremy Boreing AAL
Join Jeremy for a live Q&A and get a first look at new Pendragon BTS!
Production Diary 12: Epic Action, Plus Filming in Budapest
Behind-the-scenes during week 12 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. See the iconic architecture of Budapest bring the story to life, follow the crew through the Battle of Vortigern’s Tower, and join the characters as they wrestle with the Christian themes in the story.
Production Diary 12: Jeremy Boreing AAL
Join Jeremy for a live Q&A and get a first look at new Pendragon BTS!
Production Diary 13: History Comes Alive
Behind-the-scenes during week 13 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. Watch the series’ historical surroundings come to life through a barbarous clash, a frozen northern kingdom, and the uniting of Britain.
Production Diary 13: Jeremy Boreing AAL
Join Jeremy and Brett for a live Q&A and get a first look at new Pendragon BTS!
Production Diary 14: Britain’s Fate
Behind-the-scenes during week 14 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. Get a closer look at Ygerna, and see the great bard, Myrddin, against a harsh winter backdrop as he galvanizes the men of Britain.
Production Diary 14: Jeremy Boreing AAL
Join Jeremy for a live Q&A and get a first look at new Pendragon BTS!
Production Diary 15: Action and Emotion
Behind-the-scenes during week 15 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. As the end draws near, see two climactic moments: one of intense action and one of intense emotion. Plus, go under the hills of the Hillfolk.
Production Diary 15: Jeremy Boreing AAL
Join Jeremy for a live Q&A and get a first look at new Pendragon BTS!
Production Diary 16: A Bittersweet Finish
Behind-the-scenes during week 16 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. Join the cast and crew as they film the climactic battle sequence along the Danube River. Get a glimpse of some emotional farewells, and see the challenges of filming in harsh conditions as this chapter of production comes to a close.…
Production Diary 16: Jeremy Boreing AAL
Join Jeremy for a live Q&A and get a first look at new Pendragon BTS!
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