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Season 1 – Camelot

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The story of King Arthur has been told many times in many ways. "Camelot" gives the well-known story a more adult twist with a focus on romance and passion. The series begins in the wake of King Uther's sudden death, when chaos threatens to engulf Britain. Merlin installs young, impetuous Arthur -- Uther's unknown son and heir who has been raised as a commoner -- to the throne. But Arthur's ambitious half sister, Morgan, is determined to fight him to the bitter end, summoning unnatural forces to claim the crown. Arthur is tested more than he could have imagined as he is faced with profound moral decisions and the challenge of uniting a kingdom torn apart by war.
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A racy take on an oft-told tale, Camelot boasts high production values and decent action scenes but gets bogged down by jarring tonal shifts and silly dialogue.

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Brian Tallerico HollywoodChicago.com 04/01/2011
3.5/5
Most people excited to tune in a Starz version of Camelot won't be disappointed by this unique take on the legend. Go to Full Review David Hinckley New York Daily News 04/01/2011
There's a fair amount of jolly good fun, and rarely a dull moment. Go to Full Review Linda Stasi New York Post 04/01/2011
3/4
It's lots of lush, plush, silly good fun. Go to Full Review Dan Owen What Culture 06/11/2011
2/4
Camelot faces an uphill struggle because the Arthurian legend's so overexposed there's no excitement about its existence as a continuing adult drama Go to Full Review Ed Bark Uncle Barky 04/01/2011
B
Camelot's out-of-body tricks and turns at best will provide a subdued but tasty appetizer for the rampaging media feast to come Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Jim W @RT52135722 05/08/2025 I really enjoyed the show and had hoped for more seasons. It had the elements of a teen drama, but I thought the show was fun and interesting. Tamsin Egerton as Guinevere, Joseph Fiennes as Merlin were perfect and Eva Green as Morgan was spot on. She owned that role. Everyone else including Jamie Campbell as Arthur did a great job. Not sure where things broke down, but I really enjoyed it. See more 01/28/2020 It's obvious why this got cancelled. I watched it because it had Ava Green but it wasn't worth her talent :( See more 06/20/2014 What really hurt Camelot was timing. Had it come out a year before, it probably would've lasted a couple seasons. However, the looming shadow of Game of Thrones was it's downfall. See more Read all reviews
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Michael Hirst

Creator

Chris Chibnall

Creator

Jamie Campbell Bower

Arthur

Joseph Fiennes

Merlin

Eva Green

Morgan

Tamsin Egerton

Guinevere

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Feb 25, 2011 Homecoming When King Uther dies, the sorcerer Merlin travels to collect Arthur, a young man he believes can bring an end to the darkness of the land. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 1, 2011 The Sword and the Crown The plot for the Camelot throne begins between Morgan and King Lot; Arthur meets Guinevere and pulls the legacy sword from the stone. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 8, 2011 Guinevere Arthur and Merlin dine with Morgan; Kay and Leontes look for a new warrior; Arthur loses his grasp on Guinevere's heart. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 15, 2011 Lady of the Lake Merlin begins his quest to find a sword fit for a king; Arthur spars with Leontes to prove himself to Guinevere. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 29, 2011 Justice Arthur creates Camelot's first tribunal of justice which takes shape through a battle of wills, not blood; Morgan reaches out to the townspeople in an attempt to take back the throne. Details Episode 6 Aired May 6, 2011 Three Journeys The men of Camelot discover the territory beyond the castle is filled with danger and disorder; Arthur protects Guinevere as she journeys to visit her father. Details Episode 7 Aired May 13, 2011 The Long Night Morgan puts on a feast for King Arthur and his Knights at Castle Pendragon which turns to panic as the castle comes under attack; Arthur and Morgan's men join forces. Details Episode 8 Aired May 20, 2011 Igraine Pursuing the power of her dark magic, Morgan hides in Camelot where she begins her plan to drive a wedge between Arthur and his men; Igraine tries to find a way out of Castle Pendragon. Details Episode 9 Aired Jun 3, 2011 The Battle of Bardon Pass Arthur and his men ride out to defend Bardon Pass after learning of an attack. Merlin comes to the realization that he's been seduced by a shape-shifting Morgan. The men begin to lose faith in Arthur. Details Episode 10 Aired Jun 10, 2011 Reckoning Arthur must defend himself against mercenaries on Bardon Pass. Morgan leads Sybil and her followers to Camelot where she receives information that leads her to believe her ambitions will be realized. Details

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Camelot — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Mikael Salomon, Jeremy Podeswa, Ciaran Donnelly, Stefan Schwartz, Michelle MacLaren
Creator
Michael Hirst, Chris Chibnall
Executive Producer
Craig Cegielski, Chris Chibnall, James Flynn, Fred Fuchs
Screenwriter
Chris Chibnall, Louise Fox, Steve Lightfoot, Sarah Phelps, Terry Cafolla
Network
STARZ
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Feb 25, 2011
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