The Legend of King Arthur
“Andrew Davies' sumptuous adaptation of the timeless saga”
Series Overview
Dark Ages wizard Merlin, weary of the barbarism around him, creates a new order of enlightenment and justice with a youthful Arthur at its head. Merlin gifts Arthur with the magic legendary sword Excalibur to help him defeat the nobles who oppose his rule. But Arthur must also beware his half-sister Morgan, a sorceress who has sworn to kill him to avenge her father's death. As Morgan intensifies her plans for revenge, she uses magic to draw Lancelot and Guinevere into a passionate affair. However, it is the still more traitorous Mordred who will ultimately determine the fate of Arthur's rule.
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1 Season • 8 Episodes
30 min per episode
1979 – 1979
Premiered: Sun, Oct 7, 1979
Andrew DaviesLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 8: “Part Eight”
With Guinevere home in Camelot, Mordred claims that Arthur and Lancelot have been killed in battle in a message from France and declares himself King. But Bedivere is distrustful and decides to smuggle Guinevere out from Camelot and warn Arthur of Mordred's treachery. However, Mordred's alliance with the Saxon King Arcon only serves to alienate him from his aunt Morgan, who refuses to help when Arthur returns home, resulting in the ultimate battle for Camelot.
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew Davies
Alistair Bell
Dudley Simpson
Dan Rae
Ken Riddington
Department Leadership Roster
Ken Riddington
Producer
Dudley Simpson
Original Music Composer
Dan Rae
Editor
Kenneth Sharp
Production Design
Amy Roberts
Costume Design
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PG: Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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What is The Legend of King Arthur about?
Dark Ages wizard Merlin, weary of the barbarism around him, creates a new order of enlightenment and justice with a youthful Arthur at its head. Merlin gifts Arthur with the magic legendary sword Excalibur to help him defeat the nobles who oppose his rule. But Arthur must also beware his half-sister Morgan, a sorceress who has sworn to kill him to avenge her father's death. As Morgan intensifies her plans for revenge, she uses magic to draw Lancelot and Guinevere into a passionate affair. However, it is the still more traitorous Mordred who will ultimately determine the fate of Arthur's rule.
How many seasons does The Legend of King Arthur have?
The Legend of King Arthur comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Legend of King Arthur?
Key cast members in The Legend of King Arthur include Not specified.
Who created or directed The Legend of King Arthur?
The Legend of King Arthur was developed and directed by Andrew Davies.