The Boy Merlin

Having discovered this wonderful series quite by accident while searching for 'Merlin of the Crystal Cave', I was delighted to find 'The Boy Merlin', a story about Merlin's childhood, raised by a loving adoptive family. It recounts his early training in magic (mostly from his grandmother, the extraordinary late Margaret John), and is a compelling origin story, featuring wonderful performances from the entire cast and a beautiful musical score. The episodes are like short theatre pieces with a very limited budget and resources, but the story and performances leap beyond any of those limitations. It is appropriate for all audiences, although some frightening situations may cause some apprehension for children (nothing compared to what we see in contemporary programs).