Merlin (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1998, Merlin is a fantasy, adventure, family and science fiction film directed by David Winning, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Great Britain, 6th century. Merlin, the greatest wizard in history, helps a man become king. Now, Merlin will become the advisor to the great King Arthur, a king who will come to end decades of anarchy.
Who’s in it. Merlin stars Sam Neill, Jason Connery as Young Merlin, Deborah Moore as Nimue and Miranda Richardson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Merlin has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Merlin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Merlin tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Merlin (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Merlin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Merlin worth watching?
- Merlin holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure, family and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Merlin?
- Merlin stars Sam Neill, Jason Connery, Deborah Moore, Miranda Richardson and Lara Daans.
- When was Merlin released?
- Merlin was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.