Merlin (2008)
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Merlin is streaming in New Zealand on Amazon Prime Video.
What the audience says
Merlin rates well above most English series. It's sitting at 7.8/10 on TMDB across 1,206 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. Episode length hovers around 43 minutes. In New Zealand you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video.
Is it worth starting?
This is 5 seasons deep — English action & adventure with drama threaded through. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
- Why
- Currently 7.8/10 from 1,206 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- a backlog this size is the opposite of what you're after
- Best for
- A proper binge, once you've got the weeks for it
Story
The unlikely friendship between Merlin, a young man gifted with extraordinary magical powers, and Prince Arthur, heir to the crown of Camelot.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~43 min per episode |
| Genre | Action & Adventure / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Jake Michie
Cast
Where to watch in New Zealand
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 5 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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