2026PG-132h 0mSci-Fi & FantasyAction & AdventureFamilyDrama
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 shoc...
7.6
IMDb
Director
Dallas Sonnier
Release
Jan 22, 2026
Quick Verdict
“Highly recommended for 2026.”
Plot Summary
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.
What Works
- Solid entry in the sci-fi & fantasy, action & adventure, family, drama catalog
- Stunning cinematography and production design that demands a large screen
- A compelling lead performance that anchors the entire narrative
What Doesn't
- A few minor subplots feel slightly underdeveloped
- May feel overly familiar to long-time fans of the genre
76
Score
Where to Watch
Cast & Production
Cast
Tom SharpMerlin
Rose ReidCharis
Emree FranklinMorgain
Myles ClohessyUther
Finney CassidyAurellius
Alex Laurence - PhillipsPelleas
Brett CooperGanieda
James ArdenTaliesin
Colin CunninghamVortigern
Nicholas BoultonMorcant
