Overview
Series synopsis
Merlin of the Crystal Cave is a British drama sci-fi & fantasy television series that premiered on BBC One on November 17, 1991. It ended on December 22, 1991. It was created by Steve Bescoby. It stars George Winter and Trevor Peacock.
A BBC Sunday afternoon drama serial aimed at family audiences, telling the Arthurian tale from the point of view of Merlin, from his youth to old age.
Premise
A BBC Sunday afternoon drama serial aimed at family audiences, telling the Arthurian tale from the point of view of Merlin, from his youth to old age.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- George Winter as Merlin
- Trevor Peacock as Ralf
Guest cast
- Robert Powell as Ambrosius
- Roger Alborough as Uther
- Benedick Blythe as Camlach
- Thomas Lambert as Young Merlin
- Kim Thomson as Ninianne
- Don Henderson as Galapas
- Jody David as Teenage Merlin
- Jon Finch as Vortigern
- John Phillips as King Dafydd
- Julie Neubert as Queen Olwen
- Michael Shannon as Blackbeard
- John Bennett as Maugan
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | November 16, 1991 | December 22, 1991 |
Season 1 preview
6 episodes total
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Cave | November 17, 1991 |
| 2 | The Flight | November 24, 1991 |
| 3 | Ambrosius | December 1, 1991 |
Production
Genres
Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Country
GB
Original language
en
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC One |
|---|---|
| First aired | November 17, 1991 |
| Last aired | December 22, 1991 |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday |