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Fantasy adventure series based on the legend of King Arthur. The evil sorceress Nimueh returns to Camelot and poisons Merlin. Can Arthur save him?
The evil sorceress Nimueh (Michelle Ryan) is back to wreak havoc on Camelot. This time Merlin is her target, and she tricks the young warlock into drinking from a poisoned chalice, causing him to fall dangerously ill.
Arthur must venture to the caves deep beneath the forest of Balor to obtain the antidote, but he does not realise he is walking into a trap. Determined to thwart his quest, Nimueh does everything she can to stop him.
Can Arthur overcome these magical hurdles and make it back in time to save his friend?
Last on
Sat 26 Jan 201319:00
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Nimueh - Merlin Series 1 Villain
Duration: 01:37
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Voice of the Dragon | John Hurt |
| Gaius | Richard Wilson |
| Uther Pendragon | Anthony Head |
| Nimueh | Michelle Ryan |
| Merlin | Colin Morgan |
| Arthur | Bradley James |
| Gwen | Angel Coulby |
| Morgana | Katie McGrath |
| Bayard | Clive Russell |
| Dungeon Guard | Jamie Kenna |
| Producer | Sue de Beauvoir |
| Writer | Ben Vanstone |
| Actor | Richard Wilson |
Broadcasts
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