: The series is truly anchored by Eva Green as a malevolently intense Morgan and Joseph Fiennes as a sinister, bald-headed Merlin. Reviewers often noted that these two stole every scene they were in.

Following the sudden death of King Uther, chaos threatens to engulf Britain. The sorcerer Merlin champions Arthur, Uther's unknown helmed heir, to take the crown. Arthur must fight his cold, ambitious half-sister Morgan for control of the kingdom.

The series is best described as a or a sword and sorcery series, with a strong focus on political intrigue, adult themes, and dark fantasy elements.

Unlike the whimsical sorcery found in other adaptations, magic in Camelot is dangerous, exhausting, and carries a heavy physical and psychological toll on its users, especially Merlin. Impressive Production Values