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Merlin and the Dragons

Synopsis

A young King Arthur is awoken from his sleep by bad dreams, about a boy who is made king because he pulls a sword from a stone. He goes to Merlin to seek his counsel, and Merlin begins a story of his own, about a young boy with strange abilities and visions. The boy, called Emrys, is feared in his village called of as a demon. Eventually, King Vortigern comes and forces his village to build a tower for him. However, the tower crumbles. His wizards advise him to find a demon boy and spill his blood upon the ground. However, when the boy is brought before Vortigern, he predicts that there is a pool of water beneath the foundations of the castle that weaken it. The workers find a pool of water and two strange stones, from which two beasts emerge, a white and a red dragon.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

November 9, 1991

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Dennis Woodyard, Hu Yihong
Screenplay & Story
Jane Yolen, Nennius, Jeoffery of Monmouth
Original Title
Merlin and the Dragons
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
37m
Production Studios
Shanghai Animation Film Studio, Lightyear Entertainment

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Dennis Woodyard, Hu Yihong

Screenplay & Story

Jane Yolen, Nennius, Jeoffery of Monmouth

Producers

Arne Holland, Joshua M. Greene

Department Leadership Roster

Dennis Woodyard

Director

Hu Yihong

Hu Yihong

Director

Joshua M. Greene

Producer

Jane Yolen

Jane Yolen

Writer

Nennius

Writer

Jeoffery of Monmouth

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Merlin and the Dragons.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Merlin and the Dragons

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Merlin and the Dragons about?

A young King Arthur is awoken from his sleep by bad dreams, about a boy who is made king because he pulls a sword from a stone. He goes to Merlin to seek his counsel, and Merlin begins a story of his own, about a young boy with strange abilities and visions. The boy, called Emrys, is feared in his village called of as a demon. Eventually, King Vortigern comes and forces his village to build a tower for him. However, the tower crumbles. His wizards advise him to find a demon boy and spill his blood upon the ground. However, when the boy is brought before Vortigern, he predicts that there is a pool of water beneath the foundations of the castle that weaken it. The workers find a pool of water and two strange stones, from which two beasts emerge, a white and a red dragon.

Who directed Merlin and the Dragons?

Merlin and the Dragons was directed by Dennis Woodyard, Hu Yihong.

Who stars in Merlin and the Dragons?

The principal cast of Merlin and the Dragons includes Kevin Kline.

When was Merlin and the Dragons released and how long is it?

Merlin and the Dragons was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 37m.