Merlin is currently streaming in Australia on ABC iview, and in the US on Amazon Prime Video and Britbox Apple TV Channel , and it earns its premise rather than just borrowing genre trappings. Every one of its 5 seasons holds up. Its 8/10 TMDB score, built from 1,157 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Colin Morgan leads a cast that never lets the concept overwhelm the characters. Put it on tonight on ABC iview and see for yourself.

There is a reason Merlin keeps coming up in conversation. Merlin uses its genre premise as cover for asking bigger questions. The unlikely friendship between Merlin, a young man gifted with extraordinary magical powers, and Prince Arthur, heir to the crown of Camelot. Colin Morgan and Angel Coulby lead a cast that makes the ambitious moments land. 5 seasons (2008–2012) gave the story room most shows never get. Merlin resists the temptation to explain everything, trusting the audience to sit with ambiguity. The hit rate here is high enough that skipping ahead never feels like an option.

For late-night viewing or a proper weekend binge, Merlin fits the bill. If you have already watched The Mists of Avalon, Merlin is a natural next step. Short enough to finish in a weekend, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Watch for Colin Morgan in particular — the performance elevates the material. Satisfying on multiple levels.

Merlin wrapped up in 2012, created by Jake Michie, Johnny Capps, Julian Murphy and Julian Jones — and 5 seasons are available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.