belle_kd1413
Apr 25 2009, 05:34 AM
UNDER CONSTRUCTION.
SEASON 2 NEWS!!!!!
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mixedplay.
Apr 25 2009, 08:49 PM
Oh, I'm certainly surprised at the lack of attention Merlin is getting here on Soompi, since it's the show everyone on my flist in LJ is talking about. I'm still at the beginning of season 1, though. It definitely seems like it's going to be one fun, interesting show. I like the fantasy elements.
...and my friends have said that Merlin/Arthur is something to check out. Makes one very interested.
Special Kay
Apr 25 2009, 09:22 PM
Yeah I just got into this! I just got finished watching episode 3 and I'm really happy with where its going right now. The relationship between Merlin and Arthur is so cute and amusing
burberry88
Apr 26 2009, 02:29 AM
I watched the whole season last year. IT IS SOO GOOD. I loved it. I can't wait for the second season!!
CorrectionYourWrongImRight
Apr 26 2009, 09:11 AM
merlin is hideous. totally unattractive but OH SO LOVEABLE!! i love that the chick staying at the castle has premonitions when she sleeps, makes everything interesting . i havent seen merlin in SO long
kiki
Apr 26 2009, 09:54 AM
oh wow.
I remember reading this story
and watching the OOOLLLLDDD version of it
interesting story. haha.
didn't know there was a remake.
I want to go find them now
Mae!
Apr 26 2009, 12:14 PM
This show is BOMB
It's definitely a must-watch. I can't wait for the second season.
I love Bradley James he's so funny. Colin Morgan's Irish accent is HOT.
Too bad Morgana and Arthur won't end up together, they're a great couple
belle_kd1413
Apr 28 2009, 08:03 AM
^
Yeah, I am hating the inevitable Gwen/Arthur. Or... maybe just maybe, BBC's gonna throw
out the legend? And bring back the good ol' doomed ship of A/MO? I hope so.
A/M is in every episode when you switch on your "switch". Yeah, that switch.

Really hardcore A/M fans would be "oh the sexual tension!". LOL
0__0
Merlin really surprised me. Didn't think I was gonna get THIS hooked.
jhing
Apr 30 2009, 12:04 AM
This show needs MORE love from soompiers. haha
Well it's airing here in Australia on May 3rd on channel 10 and comes out in the US of A on June 21 on NBC so hopefully we'll get more support.
Am on the Arwen ship. Love love love the way Arthur says "GuineVEEEEERRREE" like he's the only one allowed to call her that. haha
Merlin & Arthur are cute but am NOT a slasher?? haha Fricking subtext! hahahahaha
barbie.
Apr 30 2009, 02:58 AM
Season one is coming out this Sunday in Australia! XD Yes, we're so slow. I can't wait! It looks good. <3
marasshi
Apr 30 2009, 07:51 AM
QUOTE (CorrectionYourWrongImRight @ Apr 27 2009, 01:11 AM)

merlin is hideous. totally unattractive but OH SO LOVEABLE!! i love that the chick staying at the castle has premonitions when she sleeps, makes everything interesting . i havent seen merlin in SO long

What...Merlin is CUUTE! T_T It's funny how Merlin and Arthur (Marthur!) have more chemistry than any of the boyxgirl pairings.
I first saw this on the Hallmark Channel and decided to download the rest of the series because I couldn't wait to see the next episode. Or maybe because Colin Morgan is too freaking adorable. Oh an his Irish accent surprised me when I saw the cast video diaries on YouTube. I couldn't understand what he was saying at first LOL
ETA:
Seriously, how can this be hideous?

♥
chula
Apr 30 2009, 10:31 AM
finally a merlin thread!!! i watched this last year and fell in love with the show. i can't wait for season 2.
i think merlin's supposed to be shown here in the US this fall. i want the DVDs now.
belle_kd1413
Apr 30 2009, 05:13 PM
QUOTE (marasshi @ Apr 30 2009, 08:51 AM)

Merlin is CUUTE!
♥
Colin Morgan has cute cheekbones!
Even Bradley commented him. LOL
I love love love their Video Diaries!
"OH MY GOD, WHAT THE HELL IS THAT?!"
"It's a red eyed.....duck....."
"Be careful, It might hurt you."
LOL!
And then the commentaries.
"Occasionally Keep The Magic Secret."
marasshi
Apr 30 2009, 07:28 PM
QUOTE (belle_kd1413 @ May 1 2009, 09:13 AM)

Colin Morgan has cute cheekbones!
Even Bradley commented him. LOL
I love love love their Video Diaries!
"OH MY GOD, WHAT THE HELL IS THAT?!"
"It's a red eyed.....duck....."
"Be careful, It might hurt you."
LOL!
And then the commentaries.
"Occasionally Keep The Magic Secret."
Bradley James is obsessed with cheekbones. :x I think he even made a comment about Santiago Cabrera's cheekbones. LOL
belle_kd1413
Apr 30 2009, 08:12 PM
^
Hey, what do you ship?
A/G...I'm not really warming up to the idea of it.
G_kdramas_loyalfan
Apr 30 2009, 08:13 PM
MERLIIIINNNNNNNN!!~
sometimes, i don't know if i should feel bad for Merlin- with all that bullying he gets from...err- everyone? I wonder how he'd survive LOL- or i'm just gonna laugh it off like everyone does
Actually, I just started watching it (belle_kd1413 was the one who recommended it to me, thanks btw

) and decided to DL the episodes. I sacrificed my Youtube-quality time just for the sake of not interrupting my downloads

Oh well, i know it'll be worth it ^^
CAN'T WAIT FOR SEPTEMBERRRR~
belle_kd1413
Apr 30 2009, 08:15 PM
^
LOL
*hugs you*
I know, I can't wait for September too.
It hurts to only know that somewhere right now they're filming.
Upload those vids, hmkay? (Not as vids but as files)
So I can put them up here and voila! Merlin for EVERYONE!!!
G_kdramas_loyalfan
Apr 30 2009, 08:43 PM
^yes, master (don't why i just called you master...o_O)
*hugs you backkk*
BRADLEY JAMES IS NOW MINE!!
*chokes you*
MUAHAHAHAHAHAHA <- s'pose to be an evil laugh.
No, i was just kidding PLEASEDON'TKILLMEEEE~
I know how much you are...devoted (?) to oh-so-schemexy Prince Arthur
MERLIN MERLIN, MEMEMEMEMERLIN~
belle_kd1413
Apr 30 2009, 08:46 PM
^
BRADLEY JAMES IS MINE!*RAWR*
You can have Gwen. I know how much you lurrrrve her.
G_kdramas_loyalfan
Apr 30 2009, 08:57 PM
I rather date Gaiuis -or whatever his names is- than be in the same room as Gwen
marasshi
May 1 2009, 05:47 AM
I'm a Marthur fan! ♥ I just can't see either actor getting it on with the two female leads. They're too in love with each other. :x
I also hate Uther more than Nimueh. I wanted him dead the moment I saw him (no offense to Anthony Head, I like him in the cast video diaries. It's just that Uther is freaking annoying and narrow-minded).
yuns
May 3 2009, 02:39 AM
Their video diaries are HILARIOUS. I was watching the one with the rollercoaster ride where Bradley James filmed himself on it. His expressions were PRICELESS. XD I can't wait for the DVD to come out in Australia so I can watch it with the commentaries. The boys are a riot.
loveprint
May 3 2009, 02:44 AM
Hope all you Aussies caught it tonight. Channel 10 better keep it, or else. D:
13!hyukjae
May 3 2009, 08:13 AM
1) Merlin is ridiculously addictive.
2) I love all characters. Including Gwen and Uther. And Nimueh.
3) Merlin is not hideous. I thought he was quite ugly at first but now, I think he's pretty. I love his cheekbones, haha.
4) My favourite character is Morgana. She's GORGEOUS. The slash Dragon too! He's so awesome lolll.
(And I secretly ship Arthur/Merlin hahaha)
belle_kd1413
May 5 2009, 08:12 PM
Merlin here is every Tuesday at nine.
We're on episode 11. Although I can watch Merlin on yt, I don't want to!
Next week is episode 12. Morgana LOVE.
Star*Eun Ji
May 8 2009, 07:53 AM
ARTHUR x MERLIIN = LOVVVVVVVVE ^^
I LOVE THIS SHOW . i jus finishd watchn epi 10 cos i downloaded it ahahahas im so obssesed wid it <3
it takes too long to air here in australia its onli up to epi 2 or 3 or sumthing LOL..
belle_kd1413
May 8 2009, 10:10 PM
^
Oh, where did you download?
strawberrydeath
May 10 2009, 06:51 AM
my Merlin-related thoughts:
♪ I just can't get enough of Merlin.
♪ Bradley James is HOT but all of you can have him. i prefer Colin! lol. :3
♪ I want to bash Uther's head! i think he ruins everything...
♪ Got kinda jealous when Gwen kissed Merlin. lol.
...i wonder if they're gonna have a second series to it...
belle_kd1413
May 10 2009, 09:05 PM
^
Uh-huh!
They've been filming in Wales. I asked this girl from UK, she says season 2 will be out this September.
Hope it's true!(The September part)
a_y_n_i_e
May 19 2009, 05:21 AM
omfg you're up to episode 11 ALREADY?!?!?! WTF!! T^T i'm only up to episode 3 of Merlin because Australian tv is so damn slow ): I WANT MORE! there's never enough in an episode ):
and omg did someone say Merlin was hideous? LOL maybe his haircut is but he definately isnt (: he's so cute and dorky. gotta love it.
and swwwoooooon! I love Arthur! He's such a hot arrogant ass! OMG!
So does the tv show stay true to the novel or previous movie? as in will Merlin rival off with Morgana and does Gwen end up with Arthur?
yuns
May 19 2009, 06:08 AM
QUOTE (a_y_n_i_e @ May 19 2009, 11:21 PM)

omfg you're up to episode 11 ALREADY?!?!?! WTF!! T^T i'm only up to episode 3 of Merlin because Australian tv is so damn slow ): I WANT MORE! there's never enough in an episode ):
and omg did someone say Merlin was hideous? LOL maybe his haircut is but he definately isnt (: he's so cute and dorky. gotta love it.
and swwwoooooon! I love Arthur! He's such a hot arrogant ass! OMG!
So does the tv show stay true to the novel or previous movie? as in will Merlin rival off with Morgana and does Gwen end up with Arthur?
Which novel would you be referring to? There have been various novels and movies about the Arthurian legend. If you mean the overall legend, I doubt they will stick very closely to it after seeing what's happened with the storyline. I think Merlin is a very loose adaptation and they're probably not afraid at all to break the constraints of the legend.
belle_kd1413
May 19 2009, 06:16 AM
*sigh*
Today was Merlin's last episode.
Was supposed to watch it at my friend's house (pasta and popcorn, nice)
but some jerk wouldn't let me. I was crying till two minutes before Merlin.
Le Morte d' Arthur
All I can say is... I will edit later. Kya!~
lilliums
May 19 2009, 12:39 PM
belle_kd1413, I started watching Merlin because I wondered what your sig was, LOL. So I Googled it, found episodes online, and now I'm addicted! I started the first episode yesterday. So far I like the story and everyone in it can act fairly well.
And Colin Morgan is so hot. :D
cerys
May 19 2009, 11:25 PM
Like the series.
Arthur is smokin' ;D
But I dislike how they changed the character of Guinevere, compared to the one in the original legends.
(See
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guinevere)I wish they gave her a different name at least because she doesn't seem to be the 'Gwen' from the legends.
belle_kd1413
May 20 2009, 05:05 AM
^
Well, believe it or not, I actually want BBC to trash the legend. The part where Gwen marries Arthur. >_<
lilliums - Really? This sig rocks! It made another Merlin fan! Yippee!
LOL, I joined an italian Merlin site, and everyone is speaking Italian and I'm lost.
Nightmare
May 20 2009, 03:11 PM
QUOTE (Mae! @ Apr 26 2009, 03:14 PM)

Too bad Morgana and Arthur won't end up together, they're a great couple
There's many versions of the Arthur's tale. In some renditions, Morgan(half-sister) and Arthur had a child.
Also, there's some tales of Gwen running away with the hot Lancelot(Arthur's best friend).
Special Kay
May 20 2009, 05:17 PM
I finally finished the season! Yes! I downloaded it ages ago but I just got done with it like 5 minutes ago lol thanks to me watching like 5 episodes in a row
But yea, dang that conversation between Merlin and the dragon was pretty intense! I wonder whats gonna happen between them now. I guess we'll have to wait until the next season! and when Merlin was saying goodbye to Arthur ... I teared up. It was sad. I can't wait for the 2nd season to start!
kandi
May 23 2009, 09:25 PM
i was watching it just then on channel 10, its a rerun since its on Sunday 12.30pm. (Australia). Its pretty interesting , gonna go watch it online and im also a Arthur/ Merlin shipper haha.
Im not really sure about the legends so gonna do some research.
marasshi
May 24 2009, 05:10 PM
QUOTE (Nightmare @ May 21 2009, 07:11 AM)

There's many versions of the Arthur's tale. In some renditions, Morgan(half-sister) and Arthur had a child.
Also, there's some tales of Gwen running away with the hot Lancelot(Arthur's best friend).

Yeah, that child was Mordred though, and Mordred's already been shown in the series and he wasn't Morgana and Arthur's kid. I read/heard somewhere that Morgana was going to be the villain next season or something.
Phantos
May 24 2009, 07:14 PM
hmmm... haven't heard of this show before and i just saw the trailer and it seem ok!! but i check it out later of show!!
miki_chan
May 26 2009, 02:48 AM
Really loving the show atm. I even watched the video diary of Bradley and Collin.
That rollercoaster vid is awesome as!
Merlin and Arthur = OTP.
<3
belle_kd1413
May 28 2009, 05:11 AM
Can you keep a secret..? The magic is back! Merlin returns to Saturday nights on BBC One
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Spellbinding Saturday night family drama series Merlin returns to BBC One this autumn with more magic, mystery, adventure and romance as the young wizard struggles to keep his powers secret in the ever more perilous world of Camelot.
Having enchanted audiences of more than 6.3 million in its inaugural series, Merlin returns with bigger and bolder ambitions for its second season – with a host of big-name guest stars joining the popular regular cast to enthrall audiences over the 13-week run.
Mackenzie Crook (Pirates Of The Caribbean, The Office) is announced to guest-star in the opening episode as the creepy Cedric, who is determined to muscle in on Merlin's position as Arthur's right-hand-man – much to Merlin's frustration.
Sarah Parish (Mistresses, Cutting It) will play a disgusting troll masquerading as the beautiful Lady Catrina; Adrian Lester (Hustle, Bonekickers) is the devious Myror; Charles Dance (Bleak House, Gosford Park) will guest-star as Aredian, the sinister Witchfinder; and Santiago Cabrera (Heroes) returns as the dashing Lancelot.
Further guest stars will be announced at a later date.
Colin Morgan returns as our secret hero Merlin, who must fulfil his destiny to protect the young Prince Arthur (Bradley James) and the kingdom of Camelot, a place where magic has been banned by the ruthless King Uther (Anthony Head).
Merlin and Arthur's master-servant friendship once again provides many comical moments, as Merlin struggles to keep his magical gifts a secret from Prince and King alike.
They join Katie McGrath as the mesmerizing Morgana, the King's ward who has a secret she dare not reveal; Angel Coulby as her loyal maid Gwen, who begins her difficult journey towards becoming the Queen Guinevere of legend; and Richard Wilson as wise Court Physician Gaius.
The inimitable John Hurt returns as the voice of the Great Dragon, the mythical creature imprisoned by the King.
The spectacular CGI effects that bring to life the fantastical world of Camelot and the legendary beings that inhabit it will once again be created by The Mill, the Oscar-winning visual and special effects team behind Gladiator and Doctor Who.
Bethan Jones, Executive Producer for BBC, said: "With its combination of fantasy, humour and adventure Merlin has firmly established itself as a Saturday evening family fixture.
"It's great to be working again with the brilliant Shine team who have put together a thrilling second series."
Johnny Capps, Executive Producer for Shine Television, says: "We're thrilled to be producing another series of Merlin for the BBC.
"It's going to be bigger, bolder and more action-packed than ever, with great new villains, white knuckle fight sequences and hilarious comic fun for the whole family to enjoy."
Merlin is executive produced by the award-winning Johnny Capps and Julian Murphy for Shine Television, with Bethan Jones executive producer for BBC.
Merlin was re-commissioned for a second series by Ben Stephenson, Controller of BBC Drama Commissioning, and BBC One Controller Jay Hunt, and has begun filming on location in Wales and France.
credits:
BBCOkay, I just hyperventilated. @_@
AND I WANT IT NOW.
We need more people from the UK.
The gang was just at the MCM EXPO, UK this May.
just a linkWe will be very happy to see Bradley in episode 1. Wonder why...
haraharo
Jun 3 2009, 08:26 AM
QUOTE (belle_kd1413 @ Jun 3 2009, 12:19 PM)

THAT SONG (YOUR TITLE) SCARES ME.
WHENEVER I SEE IT ON MTV. SRSLY.
So uhm, HEY! I'm Belle <3
Don't worry, I like talking and fighting with myself too.
XD
Actually I've never seen the video yet. Time to check it out and hopefully its not as scary as you put it out to be lol
Anyways nice to meet you Belle! And yes talking to yourself is fun
jimalaz
Jun 3 2009, 11:45 PM
ooops sorry..
i don't know about this series...
but its kinda interesting.. where can i watch it?
belle_kd1413
Jun 14 2009, 12:45 AM
QUOTE (jimalaz @ Jun 4 2009, 07:45 AM)

ooops sorry..
i don't know about this series...
but its kinda interesting.. where can i watch it?

The videos are uploaded on YT.
Special Kay
Jun 14 2009, 07:09 PM
For those who are in America and wanna watch it ... good news! NBC is gonna start showing it!!!
QUOTE
LEGENDS ARE BORN
Series Premiere Sunday, June 21st 8/7c
"Merlin" is a new 13-part drama series that updates the story of the infamous sorcerer of Arthurian legend for a new audience in the mythical city of Camelot, in a time before history began. In this fantastical realm, Merlin is a young man gifted with extraordinary magical powers who arrives in the kingdom and quickly makes enemies, including the heir to Uther's crown, the headstrong Prince Arthur. But guided by Uther's wise physician Gaius, Merlin is soon using his talents not just to survive but also to unlock Camelot's mystical secrets.
Merlin is an exciting fantasy series set in the mythic city of Camelot, but inspired by 21st century storytelling. Before Merlin and Arthur became legends, they were ambitious young men looking for adventure, hoping to live up to their families' expectations, discovering love and finding their own true destiny, making mistakes along the way. This innovative, action-packed drama has cross-generational appeal and paints a picture of Merlin and Arthur's early life that audiences have never witnessed before.
Starring Colin Morgan as Merlin, Bradley James as Prince Arthur, Anthony Head as King Uther, Richard Wilson as Gaius, Katie McGrath as Morgana and Angel Coulby as Gwen, "Merlin" is an imaginative new twist on a legend that is as old as time. "Merlin" was created and produced by Shine Television (executive-produced by Julian Murphy and Johnny Capps) for the BBC and FremantleMedia Enterprises. FME holds the exclusive licensing, home entertainment (excluding U.K.) and distribution rights to "Merlin" and has invested in the series alongside Shine Television and BBC One.
nickynisa
Jun 15 2009, 08:46 PM
i thought it's gonna be out in june..
have to wait for september..
belle_kd1413
Jun 16 2009, 06:44 AM
^
June for the US, first season.
September for the UK, season 2.
jhing
Jun 18 2009, 11:08 PM
QUOTE (a_y_n_i_e @ May 19 2009, 10:51 PM)

omfg you're up to episode 11 ALREADY?!?!?! WTF!! T^T i'm only up to episode 3 of Merlin because Australian tv is so damn slow ): I WANT MORE! there's never enough in an episode ):
and omg did someone say Merlin was hideous? LOL maybe his haircut is but he definately isnt (: he's so cute and dorky. gotta love it.
and swwwoooooon! I love Arthur! He's such a hot arrogant ass! OMG!
So does the tv show stay true to the novel or previous movie? as in will Merlin rival off with Morgana and does Gwen end up with Arthur?
To answer your last question, HECK YEAH! Gwen ends up with Arthur. hahaha But that's just the Arwen fan in me talking. haha But you know if Arthur and Gwen dont end up together the Brits would likely go spaz? haha Because for as long as there has been Arthur, there has been Guinevere....
oh and am I the only one all fired up for the US premiere of this show! I hope America will like it.
Zasz
Jun 18 2009, 11:42 PM
I really love this show. Watched all episodes in first season at my local tv. Merlin N Arthur got me hooked every sunday night for 3 month. I really hate it when the show ended last month. Can't wait to watch 2nd season. Hope they will broadcast it after season 6 smallville ended.
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