Merlin season 6 finale episode series#

Once again, its early stage within the narrative may seem curious considering the magnitude of what is happening, but it works well as we can see ArthurвЂ™s developing response to it throughout the rest of the episode. With Arthur dying and Merlin at his witsвЂ™ end trying to save him, the confession approaches, the biggest damn plot point of all five seasons. Besides, the shock factor actually makes it ten times more dramatic than if there had been trumpets and fireworks. For him to be struck like this shows that even if he is the once and future king, he is still a man and can be struck down like any other. The point of Arthur is that he is great because he sees himself as an equal to his knights, no special treatment needed-hence the round table. I, however, think this is wonderfully written. The comparative lack of drama in terms of soundtrack and action in general could be seen as a little too abrupt. But Mordred falls, not before driving his blade into Arthur, which, having been forged in dragonвЂ™s breath is mighty powerful and pretty deadly. In terms of the legend, this is the culmination, so for it to be placed here is an interesting choice, though it works well in context. Then Mordred and Arthur confront each other in a beautiful piece of acting by Bradley James, who has really shone in this season with more serious performances. It kicks the show off on a visual high and throws you into the depths of action. No more playing with smoke and hitting people against walls. The episode begins in the throes of battle and Merlin in his Emrys form smiting evil left and right with BIG magic. But with this 45-minute finale having to include all of that stuff, along with the stuff the audience craves like the banter and bromance, did it deliver? Not having these would be like Frodo having one earring to rule them all, or Harry Potter getting with Hermione. Though Merlin simply draws from the legend for its narrative, there are certain key moments that are needed: Arthur (Bradley James) and Mordred (Asa Butterfield) facing each other, Merlin (Colin Morgan) revealing his magical abilities, Arthur dying and being sent out onto the lake of Avalon. And boy, did it have a lot to live up to. Five seasons of magic battles, dragon riding, and (of course) bromance culminated in this last episode.

Merlin season 6 finale episode series#

The legend itself is a fascinating tale, and the TV series has brought it to a whole new audience in a whole new way.ДЄnd now Merlin draws to a close. As a writer who hails from the green hills and fog-swathed mountains of mystical Wales, I hold Merlin closer to my heart than most.