Camelot (2011–2011)

TV ShowEndedDrama, Fantasy1 season, 10 episodes
Camelot posterReview score: 68%

Plot

The 10-episode epic drama, redefines the classic medieval tale of King Arthur with an exciting ensemble cast including Joseph Fiennes reimagining the iconic role of Merlin, Jamie Campbell Bower as the young and reckless Arthur, and Eva Green in her television debut as the darkly powerful Morgan.

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  1. 01Camelot S01E01HomecomingS01E01 · 7.7In the wake of King Uther's sudden death, chaos threatens to engulf Britain. When the sorcerer Merlin has visions of a dark future, he installs the young and impetuous Arthur, Uther's unknown son and heir, who has been raised from birth as a commoner. But Arthur's cold and ambitious half sister Morgan will fight him to the bitter end, summoning unnatural forces to claim the crown in this epic battle for control. These are dark times indeed for the new king, with Guinevere being the only shining light in Arthur's harsh world. Faced with profound moral decisions, and the challenge of uniting a kingdom broken by war and steeped in deception, Arthur will be tested beyond imagination.
  2. 02Camelot S01E02The Sword and the CrownS01E02 · 7.7Arthur meets Guinevere, the woman of his dreams. Morgan and King Lot conspire to attack Camelot and take the throne. Merlin has Arthur reclaim the legacy sword in the stone to prove his worthiness as king.
  3. 03Camelot S01E08IgraineS01E08 · 7.5Pursuing the power of her dark magic, Morgan hides in plain sight at Camelot where she begins her plan to drive a wedge between Arthur and his men. Igraine tries to find a way out of Castle Pendragon.

Episodes by season

Season01Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode10Episodes2011Aired 7.1Season avg
  1. S01E01Camelot S01E01Season's bestHomecomingFebruary 25, 2011 7.7In the wake of King Uther's sudden death, chaos threatens to engulf Britain. When the sorcerer Merlin has visions of a dark future, he insta
  2. S01E02Camelot S01E02The Sword and the CrownApril 1, 2011 7.7Arthur meets Guinevere, the woman of his dreams. Morgan and King Lot conspire to attack Camelot and take the throne. Merlin has Arthur recla
  3. S01E03Camelot S01E03GuinevereApril 8, 2011 6.7Kay and Leontes seek out a trusted new warrior to join them. Arthur and Merlin accept an invitation to join Morgan at her castle for dinner.
  4. S01E04Camelot S01E04Lady of the LakeApril 15, 2011 7.2Merlin sets off on a journey to find a sword suitable for a king by seeking out a legendary sword maker. A conversation with Guinevere chang
  5. S01E05Camelot S01E05JusticeApril 29, 2011 7.3Arthur creates Camelot's first tribunal of justice which takes shape through a battle of wills, not blood. Aided by Sybil's cunning, Morgan
  6. S01E06Camelot S01E06Three JourneysMay 6, 2011 7.0The men of Camelot discover the territory beyond the castle is filled with danger and disorder. Arthur hears Guinevere has ridden out alone
  7. S01E07Camelot S01E07The Long NightMay 13, 2011 7.0Morgan puts on a feast for King Arthur and his Knights at Castle Pendragon which turns to panic as the castle comes under attack. As Arthur
  8. S01E08Camelot S01E08IgraineMay 20, 2011 7.5Pursuing the power of her dark magic, Morgan hides in plain sight at Camelot where she begins her plan to drive a wedge between Arthur and h
  9. S01E09Camelot S01E09The Battle of Bardon PassJune 3, 2011 6.4Arthur and his men ride out to defend Bardon Pass after learning of an attack. Merlin comes to the realization that he's been seduced by a s
  10. S01E10Camelot S01E10ReckoningJune 10, 2011 6.8Arthur must defend himself against mercenaries on Bardon Pass. Morgan leads Sybil and her followers to Camelot where she receives informatio

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Joseph FiennesJoseph FiennesMerlinJamie Campbell BowerJamie Campbell BowerKing Arthur PendragonTamsin EgertonTamsin EgertonGuineverePeter MooneyPeter MooneyKayPhilip WinchesterPhilip WinchesterLeontesEva GreenEva GreenMorgan PendragonClaire ForlaniClaire ForlaniQueen IgraineChipo ChungChipo ChungVivian

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